Today is National Candy Day. And former vice-president Dick Cheney died. Eat a candy dick to commemorate both events at the same time.
There’s a Johnny Cash tribute show at the Halloran Centre Friday.
The Dirty Dozen Brass Band plays the Halloran Centre Saturday.
Too busy to send out cards for the holidays? Give MIFA your list and they’ll do it for you. Minimum $10 donation per card. Their programs are more vital than ever in these times.
Cordelia’s Market hot lunch specials this week
- Today: Enchiladas with rice and beans
- Wednesday: Sloppy Joes with fries
- Thursday: Turkey tetrazzini
- Friday: Shrimp basket with slaw and fries
There will be a Veuve wine dinner at Itta Bena on December 11 pairing multiple courses with champagne. $150+ per person. ittabenadining.com to reserve your spot.
There’s a whiskey wine & dine benefiting Special Olympics Greater Memphis this Saturday at The Kent.
Ja Morant got a double-double in his return to the Grizzlies last night, but told the media post-game he’s not playing with the same joy he used to. CBS Sports looks at possible trade landing spots for Morant.
I had some delicious homemade fried chicken last night that New Salem Missionary Baptist Church brought to the Union Mission, along with sides of dressing and gravy, mac & cheese, corn, and green beans. Rounding out the meal were a dinner roll and cake. Thank you New Salem MB for coming out! The sermon by Rev. Dr. Love about dealing with issues was on point!
Back tomorrow with more news and a look at this week’s college football games of interest to readers of this blog.
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