Chicky nuggies! Wendy’s is offering free chicken nuggets at its drive-thrus on Friday. You can drive up and get a four-piece of their crispy or spicy chicken nuggets, no charge, no additional purchase necessary. The Downtown Wendy’s is at the corner of Danny Thomas Blvd. and Washington.
The house arrest continues. Mayor Strickland has extended the Safer at Home order to May 5 for the City of Memphis. Looks like we’ll be celebrating Cinco de Mayo on Zoom.
That’s not the biggest news from the mayor yesterday though… he went before the City Council to present the new fiscal year budget. Lost tax revenue for upcoming fiscal year due to COVID-19 is projected to lead to at least an 8-figure shortfall… and lost revenue for this fiscal year ups it to 9 figures. The city has cash reserves to cover most of it, but operating with no cash reserves is a perilous idea; cities can’t operate on defecits the way the federal government can. Layoffs and deep cuts in city services seem unavoidable. If you’re a city employee, you probably should get your resume together and update your LinkedIn page.
Bilingual guitarist and singer Alex Walls will perform a live concert from Health Sciences Park, to be broadcast on Facebook and Instagram by the Memphis Medical Center District Collaborative, Friday at noon.
Education opportunity this Friday:
.@_CodeCrew is hosting a virtual information session April 24 from 11AM – 1PM. Come learn about Code School which is an education to employment opportunity for individuals to learn and jumpstart their career in software development. Register here: https://t.co/O1vdLkW6Zu
— Memphis Chamber (@MemphisChamber) April 21, 2020
The Peabody has a plan for Mother’s Day, or as former City Councilman Berlin Boyd calls it, “Yo Mama Day.”
Celebrate Mother’s Day Peabody-style in the comfort of your home! 🌷Mother’s Day meal options include Brunch, Prime Rib, Beef Short Rib, Lamb Kabobs, or Salmon & Shrimp Scampi, each served with a bounty of sides and sweets. Order by May 5, 4PM. https://t.co/bAMbyr9DEU pic.twitter.com/3zqTZhGmLI
— The Peabody Memphis (@PeabodyMemphis) April 21, 2020
Wait a minute.. most adults (especially ones who can afford a Peabody holiday meal) don’t live in the same household as their mothers. You’re not supposed to be visiting people who live outside your household during quarantine! So be aware that you risk getting lectured by all the “Stay at Home and Wash Your Hands” people on Twitter for being irresponsible if you go this route.
However, some HUGS are safe by social distancing standards.
Cause we could all use a HUG right now. https://t.co/0vyzrZpKlz
— Memphis Made Brewing (@MemphisMadeBrew) April 21, 2020
RIP Scott Bowden, 1990s Memphis wrestling manager and more recently the host of the Kentucky Fried Rasslin’ podcast.
News for my East Memphis readers:
SOB East launches tomorrow at our sister restaurant, Interim. The menu features everything you love about our flagship location + a little something extra. Hint:🍕https://t.co/iAxvueM9ii @MBJMemphis
— South of Beale (@southofbeale) April 21, 2020
Three words for ya: DUCK FRIED RICE.
From Max’s Sports Bar:
Thanks everyone that came out last Saturday! We had a blast and cant wait to do it again this weekend! @glazescrawfish will be in the pit cooking up mudbugs for $10/lb and shrimp for $15 (prices include sides). And dont forget to add a 6-pack, a slush, or one of our new housemade POPTAILS!
As always, we are looking to be more efficient and get you guys on your way quickly. So please take note of the following –
1. Please comment on our Facebook post to preorder. Cutoff for preorders is 4:00 on Friday. Walk up orders cannot be guaranteed.
2. Preorders will be served from 11:30-1:30. If you are not here by 1:30 your order will not be guaranteed. (no walkup orders before 1:30).
3. Normal menu will not be available until 2:00.
4. We will offer curbside pickup in the alley. But please be patient as we try to take care of any customers in line on the sidewalk as well.
That’s the news for now. Back later today or tomorrow.