Strange Corner brings to our attention the Internet Mystery of Lake City Quiet Pills. This episode was inspired by a more in depth video created by YouTube user Barely Sociable. (video link is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tF0dCNxfYHk)
Warning, there is a discussion of adult material, but there is none shown and no links to the related questionable material.
Good morning, Tupelo and beyond! Today is March 11th and it’s the 71st day of the year 2020. It’s Wednesday, here’s your quote of the day to get you over the midweek hump.
“Don’t start your day with thinking about the past, the present is here, and the future is waiting.”
Audrey Hepburn
Check back each day for a new quote to help get you through your day. Now, onto other news and happenings.
We’re now on day 3 of Spring Break week and just 8 days away from the first actual day of Spring. Thanks to yesterday’s wee morning hour rains and the showers and thunderstorms predicted for later today, allergy sufferers can quite literally breathe a little easier as the pollen count drops from 6.4 to a medium 5.8. Brace yourselves, though. Tomorrow’s pollen count is expected to be significantly higher.
Catch a Break While You’re on Break continues today at Ole Miss Tupelo. Now through Thursday, your application fee will be waived when you apply at Ole Miss Tupelo between 8 am and 5 pm. During this time, you’ll meet with an admissions counselor to ensure you’re ready to make the transfer so be sure to bring your transcripts and be prepared to complete your admissions application for either the summer or fall 2020 semesters.
Diversity-Vuteq, an automobile supplier located in Blue Springs, MS is hosting open interviews for jobs starting at $12.85 an hour including shift premium. Interviews are taking place today from 9 am – 4 pm at 1317 East Main Street Tupelo (the former East Tupelo Fred’s Pharmacy building).
It’s Wednesday, which means Breakfast Bingo is happening at 9:30 am at Chick-fil-A Thompson Square. Kids ages 2-92 are welcome and first-time bingo players receive a free coffee!!
Learn how to transform furniture with Annie Sloan chalk paint at today’s BYOP of furniture and paint class running from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at The Farmhouse. Cost is $100 and includes lunch. Space is limited to just 6 participants so give The Farmhouse a call at 662.269.2934 to find out if any spaces are available.
Honeyboy and Boots are live tonight at Anthony’s Good Food Market in West Point. Music starts at 6:00 pm.
Lee Bains III is performing a free show tonight at Proud Larry’s in Oxford along with special guests Space Tyger and Ben Ricketts. Show begins at 9:00 pm.
Matt Lomax will be performing live tonight at Mugshots for this week’s Wine Wednesday. Enjoy 1/2 off prices on glasses of house wines and $1 off other wines while listening to some live tunes. Happening from 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm.
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TUPELO, MS — Amid novel coronavirus (COVID-19) prevention measures, Vitalant and other blood centers nationwide are urging healthy individuals to donate blood — and organizations to maintain scheduled blood drives — to ensure patients have the lifesaving blood they need.
Healthy people are strongly encouraged to make a blood donation appointment by calling 877-25-VITAL (877-258-4825) or going online to vitalant.org.
Public health officials are enacting a number of measures to limit COVID-19 — and Vitalant supports these initiatives. Blood centers have always required individuals to be in good health to donate blood, and the blood collection process follows policies established by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ensure the health and safety of donors and patients.
“Hospitals will be extremely challenged if COVID-19 infections increase. The last thing we want them worrying about is having enough blood for trauma victims and cancer patients. That’s why it’s imperative that healthy individuals donate blood at drives and blood donation sites now,” said Dr. Ralph Vassallo, Vitalant’s chief medical and scientific officer.
Representing all blood banks, the AABB (formerly the American Association of Blood Banks) Interorganizational Task Force on Domestic Disasters and Acts of Terrorism recently urged healthy individuals to make and keep donation appointments—and ensure blood drives continue.
Currently, all blood types and components are needed, with a significant need for platelets and type O blood donations. Platelets have a very short shelf life—only five days. Type O-negative blood is the universal blood type, frequently used in traumas, that can help stabilize all patients. Vitalant strives to maintain a 4-day supply of blood just to provide what patients need, and currently we’re at less than half that for many blood types.
In addition to barring non-healthy individuals from donating, Vitalant is alerting individuals not to donate if they have visited Mainland China, South Korea, Iran and Italy within 28 days, have had a COVID-19 infection, or been exposed to someone suspected of having a COVID-19 infection. View the most up-to-date donation eligibility information.
“According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the risk of contracting COVID-19 is currently low,” Vassallo said. “Furthermore, due to the nature of the virus, it is highly unlikely that it can be transmitted through blood transfusions.”
The blood collection process is safe. In addition to the vigorous FDA-mandated testing of all blood components donated, Vitalant staff follow rigorous safety and disinfection protocols at its blood drives and donation centers. Finally, giving blood has no impact on the donor’s immune system.
“Sick hospital patients rely on blood donors — there is no other source for blood,” Vassallo said. “We need healthy individuals to donate blood, while following guidance from the CDC and other agencies.”
COVID-19 transmission occurs like the spread of the flu (influenza). And although there is currently no vaccine for COVID-19, to reduce the risk of infection, the CDC recommends washing hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, and avoiding touching the eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
Vitalant is closely monitoring the situation and will quickly implement any necessary changes as new information emerges from the CDC, FDA and AABB.
Vitalant (“Vye-TAL-ent”) is the nation’s second largest community blood service provider, supplying comprehensive transfusion medicine services for nearly 1,000 hospitals and health care partners for patients in need across 40 states. Vitalant inspires local communities to serve the needs of others and transform lives through the selfless act of donating blood. Every day, almost 5,000 blood donations are needed to meet the needs of people throughout the country, and Vitalant’s 800,000 donors supply 1.8 million donations a year. In addition to blood products, Vitalant offers customers transfusion services, medical consulting, quality guidance, ongoing education, research and more. For more information and to schedule a donation, visit vitalant.org or call 877-25-VITAL (877-258-4825). Join the conversation about impacting the lives of others on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Good morning, Tupelo and beyond! Today is March 10th and it’s the 70th day of the year 2020. It’s also #TransformationTuesday and here’s your quote of the day.
“I’ve never seen any life transformation that didn’t begin with the person in question finally getting tired of their own nonsense.”
Elizabeth Gilbert
Check back each day for a new quote to help get you through your day. Now, onto other news and happenings. Transformation Tuesday is especially appropriate today because it’s also Election Day in Mississippi. It’s a primary election for ALL parties so get out there and VOTE, Tupelo! Voting is one of our most sacred rights as Americans and if you want change you gotta help make it happen. Polls opened at 7 am and remain open until 7 pm.
We’re now just 9 days away from the first day of Spring and we’ve already enjoyed some beautiful springtime weather. Of course, along with springtime comes seasonal allergies but today should be a bit easier on allergy sufferers. The rain we got overnight night washed away some of the pollen, dropping today’s pollen count from yesterday’s high medium 9.6 to a medium 6.4. Still a good idea to take your necessary precautions to ensure allergies don’t put a damper on your day.
Our Tupelo is super excited that the end of winter is near and we’re celebrating by giving away a family four-pack to the upcoming Road to WrestleMania coming to the BancorpSouth Arena on March 28th! Click the link below to learn how to enter and read the rules for the contest.
Catch a Break While You’re on Break continues today at Ole Miss Tupelo. Now through Thursday, your application fee will be waived when you apply at Ole Miss Tupelo between 8 am and 5 pm. During this time, you’ll meet with an admissions counselor to ensure you’re ready to make the transfer so be sure to bring your transcripts and be prepared to complete your admissions application for either the summer or fall 2020 semesters.
An HB&RA lunch sponsored by Coburn’s is happening today at lunch at Harvey’s beginning at 11:30 am.
The 4th annual Quilt Reception is from noon to 1 pm today at the Columbus-Lowndes Library located at 314 7th Street North, Columbus. Kathy Wilcutt of Magnolia Heirlooms is the keynote speaker. This event is open to the public and you can RSVP to Brenda Durrett at 662-329-5304 or email her at bdurrett@lowndes.lib.ms.us
if you were bitten by the quilting bug at the Quilt Reception, you can head on down the road a bit to Ladybug Fabrics in Aberdeen for a beginner’s quilting class from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm and a second class from 7:00 – 10:00 pm. This is a two-part class and you register for both classes when you register for today’s class. The cost is $40 and you can view the supply list and more information on the course here.
Are you ready to pursue homeownership? You could benefit from tonight’s Monroe County Chamber of Commerce Homeowners’ Workshop: Building the American Dream One Family at a Time. Dinner and door prizes will be available. Doors open at 5:30 pm, dinner and program begin at 6 pm. Get more details here.
Interested in writing your memoirs? The Old Courthouse Museum in Iuka is hosting a memoir writing class this evening from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm with Professor Amanda Burcham-Garvin. Get the details here.
It’s Trivia Night in Tupelo with the first round of trivia beginning at 6 pm at Ole Venice. If you can’t make that time, O’Charley’s will also host a trivia session from 7 pm – 9 pm.
In the mood for live local music instead? Catch Michael Thomas at Steele’s Dive from 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm. If you’re in the mood for a sound that’s new to Tupelo, check out experimental rock band Palm Palm live at the Blue Canoe at 8 pm. Tickets for the Palm Palm show are $12 and you can purchase them here.
If trivia or music doesn’t suit your fancy, perhaps local stand-up comedy will! Catch Tupelo’s funniest folks at Amsterdam’s Stand-up Comedy Night happening from 8:30 pm until 10:00 pm. Think you’ve got what it takes to make the locals laugh? Tonight’s your night to shine! Just show up and let the staff know you want to take the stage.
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When I was four years old I committed an unpardonable sin while in my mom’s Sunday School class. If only she hadn’t asked the question – the world would have never known!
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Good morning, Tupelo and beyond! Today is March 9th and it’s the 69th day of the year 2020. It’s also Monday, which means it’s time for our #MondayMotivation quote of the day.
“Ignore the glass ceiling and do your work. If you’re focusing on the glass ceiling, focusing on what you don’t have, focusing on the limitations, then you will be limited.” — Ava DuVernay
Check back each day for a new quote to help get you through your day. Now, onto other news and happenings. What a gorgeous weekend we had! The sunshine and warm temps made it much easier to believe that spring is now just 10 days away! Today is also the first official day of Spring Break, which means traffic was lighter this morning but the lunch line at Chick-fil-a will be longer. Plan accordingly.
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, spring being just 10 days away comes at no surprise to you. Much like me, you’ve probably been sniffling and sneezing for a while now! That’s because the pollen count has been on a steady rise since the end of February and today’s count is even higher than yesterday’s medium-high of 9.2–we’re looking at reaching a medium-high peak of 9.6 before the day is done. Don’t let allergies ruin your day, though! Take your physician-approved allergy meds, change clothes when you come in from spending time outdoors, and keep your windows closed to keep allergens out of your home.
Our Tupelo is super excited that the end of winter is near and we’re celebrating by giving away a family four-pack to the upcoming Road to WrestleMania coming to the BancorpSouth Arena on March 28th! Click the link below to learn how to enter and read the rules for the contest.
Catch a Break While You’re on Break starts today at Ole Miss Tupelo. Now through Thursday, your application fee will be waived when you apply at Ole Miss Tupelo between 8 am and 5 pm. During this time, you’ll meet with an admissions counselor to ensure you’re ready to make the transfer so be sure to bring your transcripts and be prepared to complete your admissions application for either the summer or fall 2020 semesters.
Grab your yoga gear and come to Tupelo-Lee Humane Society today at 6 pm for Kitten Yoga!
Got bored kids at home this week? You’ve got just enough time to load up the kiddos in the car and head to the Art House in New Albany for their Children’s Pottery Spring Break Class starting at 9 am and ending at 11 am. The class is headed up by the Tallahatchie Arts Council and is perfect for the little artist in your home. Note that the class will meet again on March 16th from 4:30 to 6:30 pm to glaze. The class is open to current 3rd through 5th graders and the cost is $25. Click here to view and sign up for an open slot.
Tony and Grammy award-winning musical Jersey Boys is coming to Tupelo TONIGHT at 7:30 pm at the BancorpSouth Arena. Get your tickets here.
In the mood for local live music instead? Check out Tyler Key and Rob Hibbs tonight at 7:30 pm at the Blue Canoe located at 2006 N. Gloster Street.
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My husband and I lived in Tupelo for five years before making the trek up to Tishomingo State Park. I wonder how many of you have made the journey? If you have, you know firsthand of its natural splendor. If you have not yet ventured there, it’s time for a road trip.
Tishomingo State Park is just a short 51 minutes from Tupelo via the Natchez Trace. On the way there, be ready to be awed by some of the wildlife and flora and fauna, and be sure to stop at some of the landmarks along the way. There is so much to see and learn!
Our first stop was the Pharr Indian Mounds located at milepost 286.7. It is listed as the largest and most important archaeological site in North Mississippi. As you look out over the land, you will see eight large dome-shaped burial mounds. The mounds cover an area about the size of 100 football fields. Of course, we did not venture out to the actual mounds, as we were unsure if it was legal to do so. Other than the mounds themselves, we caught a glimpse of something astonishing; literally hundreds of dragonflies!
I am a dragonfly person. In fact, I like them so much, I had one tattooed on my wrist on my 50th birthday. Why would a woman now classified as an ‘antique’ do that soberly and intentionally? Well, as I’ve mentioned before, I have a slight Native American heritage, and dragonflies hold a special place in this culture. You see, Native Americans believe that dragonflies carry the souls of the dearly departed. They believe their loved ones’ souls are sent back to Earth in the form of dragonflies to let the ones left behind know that all is well; a gift from the Great Spirit.
When we walked from the car to the pavilion and were suddenly surrounded by a mass of dragonflies, I smiled, knowing that all of those buried in the mounds must certainly be at peace. When I long for those who are no longer with me, I glance down at my wrist and it reminds me that indeed, all is well. So, being literally covered by those hundreds of dragonflies meant a lot to me.
Be sure and stop by the mounds. Perhaps you too will have an opportunity to see the beautiful dragonflies. What a glorious spectacle!
Once inside Tishomingo State Park, we stopped at the rustic restored cabin situated near the main entrance. My grandchildren loved looking through the wide cracks in the floor discussing all of the creatures that might climb up and visit should they ever get to spend the night.
Behind the cabin is a short trail that loops around to an old pond. There are huge boulders, a small bridge, and rich and abundant forest greens, making this a perfect and picturesque stop for family photos.
Driving a bit further, you pass rental cabins, and a swimming pool that both overnight campers and day visitors may utilize for a small fee. The park is also home to an RV campground, one rental cottage, and primitive camping sites.
Inside, you will also find massive rock formations that require a helmet to climb, rocks that anyone can maneuver, canoes to rent, and trails to explore. Picnic areas come complete with tables and grills. A disk golf course and a volleyball court are also available.
On the day we visited the park, our day consisted of simply hiking the trails. Well, maybe ‘simply’ is not the word I am looking for here. Some of the trails, I found, will leave you quite breathless, but they are nicely cleared and marked, making it possible for even a rookie level hiker to safely complete the trails. You will want to be sure to pack multiple bottles of water and a few snacks. There are no concession stands or indoor restrooms on the trails!
The trails are filled with nature’s bounty. A fresh-water spring flows from a man-made rock formation. The water is clear and icy cold; a great place to take a break and cool off. The natural rock ledges, the hollows, waterfall, small creeks, the river, wildlife, and fern-spotted grounds appeal to the young and young-at-heart.
Tishomingo State Park offers an unlimited supply of beauty, budget-friendly activities and adventure — whether you stay for a day or for a week. On a one-to-ten scale, our grandchildren ranked it at the top of the list.
What are you waiting for?
Go!
Explore!
Happy hiking, y’all!
Tishomingo State Park is located at 105 CR 90 in Tishomingo, Mississippi. Please check their website or call for prices, special events, and area attractions. 662-438-6914.
Friends, ain’t it funny how we’re getting older in a hurry? Well you just have to deal with it!
Pam and I went down to check on John Barry. We could tell he was home because the TV was on so loud we could hear it when we got out of the pickup! He finally heard the dogs barking and geese honking, and let us in!
We were talking, or trying to, and Pam said, “Turn the TV down!”
He said, “Why? It ain’t loud!”
She said, “What, you can’t hear that?”
He said, “Naw, it ain’t bothering me!”
Anyway, we sat down and Pam was doing something in the kitchen. I said, “Been windy today!”
John Barry said, “Wednesday? I thought today was Thursday?”
And I said, “THURSDAY!”
He said, “Yes I’m thirsty too! Pam, bring us some tea?”
We both told him he needed some hearing aids.
He said, “Next time y’all go to Fred’s, see if they got ’em. Saw on TV where they sell ’em now, cheap!”
Pam tried to tell him you can’t just go buy them at Fred’s Dollar Store, but I don’t think he heard her.
He said, “Don’t worry, I can get some at the funeral home.”
Pam looked at him and said, “John Barry, you can’t get hearing aids at the funeral home!”
John Barry said, “Why not? It’s where I got my teeth!”
And life goes on, on Thompson Hill.
Has cancer affected you or someone in your circle of family, friends, or connections?
Cancer is all around us. Given that, you are cordially invited to join Andy Hewitt Helping Hands Foundation or their inaugural fundraiser featuring Steve Holland for a Toast and Roast.
Andy Hewitt was known for a lot of things. He was a loving son, brother, husband, and father. He was a hard worker. He was an outstanding citizen of his community, a dedicated Christian, and a man who could be counted on. He was always a person who would extend a helping hand.
After cancer took him from this world, his father, Tom Hewitt, decided to make sure Andy’s spirit of being a helping hand continued on. That is why the Andy Hewitt Helping Hands Foundation was created.
They are a non-profit benefiting those in Northeast Mississippi who can not afford their expensive cancer medications. Andy Hewitt Helping Hands Foundation is a Special Project of the Create Foundation.
The poet Robert Frost once wrote “Did you ever feel so? I hope you never.” And while we hope you never know the feeling of being diagnosed, we will make sure you don’t have to know the feeling of fear that comes with being unable to afford your medication. Because that is what Andy’s hands did. They helped.
To that end, the Andy Hewitt Helping Hands Foundation will be hosting a Toast and Roast fundraiser benefit! The Toast and Roast will be Friday, April 17, 2020. There will be a Social hour starting at 6:00 pm, with the dinner and program beginning at 7:00 pm. Over 150 attendees are expected.
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