Tuesday update

Since the weather is warm , I decided to stay out last night… and I narrowly avoided becoming a victim of theft again.

About 3:45 AM I was sitting on a bench in front of the Moxy Hotel across from Court Square. I looked to my right and there was a man attempting to unzip my backpack and take the contents inside. I said, “HEY!!” and he took off north on Main.

Be on the lookout for a black male, early 30s, 6’3”, 240, camouflage jacket, medium complexion, curly hair. I got the feeling he was a seasoned pro at this type of crime and probably “works” the Main Street Mall a lot of nights.

Thankful to be safe and have all my belongings intact. And now, on to the news.

Despite a sloppy game against Rice Sunday, Penny’s Memphis Tigers rose to 17 in the latest AP poll. Next up: at home Wednesday vs. Tulsa at 7.

My new troll Pinky Tuscadero got very excited on our visit to the Flying Saucer yesterday:

The Saucer will soon carry a Three Floyds beer called Trolls Trolls Trolls.

Glaze Hardage will have his boiled crawfish and shrimp (best in town) at Max’s Sports Bar again this Saturday. The first batch will be ready about noon.

Sounds of Memphis with Wyly Bigger and Mario Monterosso happens Saturday at 7 PM at South Main Sounds.

Momma’s will have $6 Jameson green tea shots and $18 domestic buckets for Taylor Swift’s boyfriend’s team vs. Taylor Swift’s boyfriend’s brother’s ex-team this Sunday.

Cordelia’s Market is hiring a food prep team member.

Typing this at Bardog, where they tell me there’ll be a fried oyster slider special today.

Belle Tavern news:

Back tomorrow.

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Monday update

The CA has picks for best wings in Memphis. Downtown restaurants Good Fortune Co., Momma’s, and New Wing Order at Ghost River made the list.

The folks at Bardog posted that gooey butter cake is getting a permanent place on the menu.

More on the Luka Doncic trade: There were concerns about his diet and conditioning. He’s eligible for a supermax contract next summer and Dallas’ front office decided he wouldn’t be worth the risk.

The DNA has launched a line of “I Love Downtown” merchandise.

Felicia Suzanne Restaurant seeks back of house staff.

It’s the Tip-off to Black History Month as the Grizzlies host the San Antonio Spurs tonight at 7. TV: FanDuel Sports

New trivia night at Aldo’s Downtown tonight:

New @downtownmemphis Pint Night trivia series launches TONIGHT
Join us the first Monday of each month at 7 PM in for Music Trivia with @aldospizzapies & @rivercityrecordsmemphis
$4 drafts from our 30-draft wall
$12 one-topping 12” bar pies
$50 River City Records gift card + pint glass
River City Records shirt + pint glass
River City Records hat + pint glass
FREE shot glass when you tag @aldospizzapies & @rivercityrecordsmemphis (limit 1 per guest)

That’s all, back tomorrow.

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Sunday update

A huge trade – and huge surprise – has happened in the NBA. Luka Doncic is now a Los Angeles Laker. Anthony Davis is headed to Dallas. LeBron was not told in advance and is “processing” the news. The Lakers front office is said to see Doncic as the face of the organization for the next 10 years.

The NBA trade deadline is Thursday.

An Asian bakery called Bloom is moving into the old Flame Ramen location at Second and Union.

Today is Tater Tot Day. Celebrate with an order of bacon cheese tots at Huey’s.

YEET

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Saturday update

Put on your coconut bra and grass skirt. It’s a day to celebrate hula dance.

It’s also Butt Slut #1’s birthday. Happy birthday to her.

WWE Royal Rumble predictions

Women’s Rumble

Final Four: Becky Lynch, Liv Morgan, Charlotte Flair, Nia Jax

Winner: Charlotte Flair

Men’s Rumble

Final Four: Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu, John Cena, CM Punk

Winner: CM Punk

Tennessee State is dropping out of the Southern Heritage Classic.

K-pop girl group PURPLE KISS comes to the New Daisy Wednesday.

Memphis Made will host an ALL HEARTS CLUB beer dinner Saturday, Feb. 15. Chef Kevin Sullivan will supply the food, each course paired with Memphis Made beer.

The DMC has launched a list of game day deals at Downtown restaurants the days of Grizzlies and Tigers games.

The Trumpster’s 25% tariffs on goods from Canada and Mexico go into effect today.

Play ’80s Activision game Pitfall! online

From Bleacher Report: There are plenty of teams interested in doing a trade with the Grizzlies for Marcus Smart

The Peabody has rolled out Valentine’s Day packages. Rooms, treats, cocktails, spa stuff… they have it all.

I’m gonna go swing on ropes and jump over crocodiles. Bardog at 11. Back tomorrow.

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