It’s official: The NCAA has denied Memphis’ appeal of the allegations that led to Memphis vacating its 38 wins in the 2007-08 basketball season. The allegations concern a player, presumably Derrick Rose, who allegedly had someone take a standardized test for him. Way to go Coach Sleazeball… wonder how long it’ll be before the same thing happens at the U of K.
Here’s an article that explains what President Obama’s health care reforms mean to you. Great job Mr. President! I’m going to quote and agree with someone who posted on Twitter this morning: If I have to pay higher taxes so the poor in this country can have health care, then I’m happy to pay them.
MPACT Memphis is having an “It’s Officially Spring!” happy hour with a twist tomorrow night, Tuesday, March 23, at 6 PM at Primetime Sports Bar. Stop by to enjoy some free appetizers, grab a drink, mingle, and get plugged in with local nonprofits. You’ll also be able to join Artitude, the young professional group that supports RiverArtsFest. Free food? Well, I guess the Nuh-Uh Girl will show up late to trivia across the street at the Saucer tomorrow night.
If it’s not chillin’, the South Main Association will be grillin’ Friday night at the South Main Trolley tour. They’ll have complimentary hot dogs, hamburgers, and Boscos beer for SMA members ($5 for non-members). Forecast for Friday is sunny and 64, so it’s looking like this will happen.
The Tennessee Human Rights Commission is holding a Listening Session at BRIDGES, 477 N. Fifth, on April 5 at 5 PM. The THRC investigates complaints of discrimination based on race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or disability in the areas of housing, employment, or public accommodation. Such discrimination is illegal in TN. The THRC wants to hear from the community, and this is your chance to tell them your concerns. Go here to RSVP.
Plans for tonight: Pint Nite, what else?