Monday update

There’s Taylor Swift trivia tonight at Momma’s at 7 PM. Come see who knows the second most about Taylor Swift after Lana. In addition to winning $100+ in swag and gift cards, if you order a burger during trivia, there’s a 1 in 7 chance it’ll be free.

Memphis is number 1 for deadly car accidents in the country, says a study by ConsumerAffairs.

Dr. Pepper has pulled into a tie with Pepsi as the country’s second-most popular soft drink, based on sales. Of course, Coke is still tops.

The Trumpster has joined TikTok.

Wiseacre will celebrate the beginning of the Dog Days of Summer with a takeover at Loflin Yard Saturday from 1 to 4. The brewery will debut its new premium lager, SkyDog. Bring your puppers or doggo or whatever you call your domesticated wolf. Live pet paintings. They’ll be accepting donations to Streetdog Foundation.

Black Panther is the film the Downtown Memphis Commission will show at its next free movie night this Thursday at Grind City Brewing Co. Doors at 7, movie at 8.

Gia Welch & JD Westmoreland play The Central BBQ Sessions this Saturday from 6 to 8:30.

DJ Hush plays Central Station’s Eight & Sand Lounge Friday night 9 to 1.

It’s World Cider Day. I have no recommendation to celebrate, but Butt Slut #1 would want you to drink an Angry Orchard.

Project Green Fork’s Loving Local celebration is 2-5 this Sunday at Grind City Brewing. Food from PGF-certified restaurants including

  • Lulu’s Cafe
  • Good Fortune Co.
  • Biscuits & Jams
  • Shroomlicious Meals
  • Mempops

Eco-friendly vendors will be there as well. Loving Local is free this year, but registration is encouraged. Music by DJ Crystal Mercedes and by Marcella. Kid-friendly.

That’s all. Back tomorrow with more news.

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