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Good Thursday Morning, and welcome to the Rundown! Today is Thursday, May 23rd, 2019. Would you or your company like to sponsor The Rundown? Continue reading to learn how! Today is the 143rd day of the year and there are 222 days left in this year. Memorial Day will be in 4 days, Father’s Day is in 24 days, and Summer arrives in 29 days.

National Lucky Penny Day!

Weather Outlook

Let us check our local WTVA – The Weather Authority forecast for the day:

Getting hotter and more humid into late-week VERY HOT AND DRY TODAY We begin our Thursday with mostly clear skies and some mild temperatures. Most areas will start out in the upper 60s to lower 70s. Then throughout the day, with abundant sunshine, temperatures soar into the lower 90s. A few areas could push the mid-90s. But heat index values will likely be 2 or 3 degrees warmer. No rain is anticipated. 

Food Trucks

Taqueria Ferrus is beside Computer Universe on W. Main St. 10:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Goku Japanese Express is behind Dollar General Pontotoc, MS on West Reynolds St. 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Big Bad Wolf Truck is at Spring Street Cigars from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Gypsy Roadside Mobile is at Ballard Park on West Main Street 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Jo’s Cafe TBA

local MOBILE is at MidTown Pointe on Industrial Road across from the Tupelo High School Baseball Field with 3 specials: Classic Cheeseburgers, Patty Melts, & Chicken Tacos! 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 615-337-2660

Indulge Mobile will be at Queen’s Reward Meadery on McCullough Blvd. 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Brunch Box TBA

MS Edible Bliss TBA

Polly Wangos, Pontotoc/Houston TBA

Today & Tonight

Story Play for Babies & Toddlers at Lee County Library @ 9:30 a.m.

Open Interviews for Diversity Vuteq at Holiday Inn & Suites Tupelo 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Splish Splash at Tupelo Aquatic Center 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Chipping in $ Missions Charity Golf Classic at Big Oaks Golf Course 11:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

Shiloh Apothecary’s First Birthday at Shiloh Apothecary Corinth 12:00-5:00 p.m.

First Responders Event with Southern Draw Cigars at Spring Street Cigars 3:00-9:00 P.M.

What’s NEXT for New Albany? at Magnolia Civic Center @ 5:30 p.m.

Auditions for Mama Mia at Tupelo Community Theater @ 6:00 p.m.

Downtown at Sundown Summer Concert Series Featuring Flathead Ford at Fire Station Park Starkville 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Name That Tune on The Kennedy Compound Facebook Live @ 8:00 p.m.

Live Music

Karaoke at Woody’s Tupelo 8:30-11:45 p.m.

Chance Stanley at Steele’s Dive 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Rampke Mountain Boys at Blue Canoe @ 8:00 p.m.

DJ Yates at Lep’s BBQ Pontotoc @ 7:30 p.m.

DJ-E Karaoke at Old Venice Pizza Co. – Tupelo 7:00-11:00 p.m.

Flathead Ford at Downtown at Sundown Summer Concert Series at Fire Station Park Starkville 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Follow our Calendar of Events at https://ourtupelo.com/events/ for future events.

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Talbot House provides a safe, stable, supportive home for women transitioning from a drug and alcohol treatment program to independent sober living. Together, we work toward a common goal: continued sobriety. We need your support! #40daysofkindness https://talbothousetupelo.org/donate

They are also in need of repair or replacement of an ice machine, kitchen faucets and installation, white shower curtains, solid color twin sized blankets, quilts, and comforters, pillows, and drinking glasses. You can find out more information or ways to help on their Facebook page.

The Boys & Girls Club of Northeast Mississippi Corinth is in need of Volunteers for website design and clerical duties. For more information, visit volunteernems.org or find them on Facebook.

The Summer Enrichment Activities Program is needing donations of 8-packs of bottled water (10-12 ounces), 2 medium-sized coolers on wheels, and 2 slip-n-slides. Monetary donations are also welcome. Checks can be mailed to: Hilldale Apartments, ATTN: Dorothy Graham Buck, 320 Monument Drive, Office #106, Tupelo, MS 38801. For more information, call Dorothy Buck at 662-871-5119.

On This Day

OurTupelo’s Daily Rundown is read by over 1,000 people. If you would like your name in front of all those eyes, contact OurTupelo: via email- joshua.ballard@ourtupelo.com, by phone- Joshua Ballard- 662-260-1499, or Facebook message- Our Tupelo. We also offer a few other unique advertising opportunities. Contact us today!

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Thanks everyone, and thriving Thursday and fanatical Friday’s Eve!

Be Actively Good, Share Love, and Make Mr. Rogers Happy!

Good Wednesday Morning, and welcome to the Rundown! Today is Wednesday, May 22nd, 2019. Would you or your company like to sponsor The Rundown? Continue reading to learn how! Today is the 142nd day of the year and there are 223 days left in this year. Memorial Day will be in 5 days, Father’s Day is in 25 days, and Summer arrives in 30 days.

National Maritime Day!

Weather Outlook

Stay up to date as we look at WTVA – The Weather Authority forecast for the day:

We should remain dry throughout the day with mostly cloudy skies. A 20% of precipitation may come after noon with a high of 69°. After sunset, there will be showers with a few thunderstorms may build. Only a few hours of rain is expected. With the recent flooding, it could only worsen areas still impacted with flooding. Cloudy with a low around 50°. Chance of precipitation is 40% and amount of accumulation are a quarter to half inch.

Food Trucks

Ta quería Ferrus is beside Computer Universe on W. Main St. 10:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Goku Japanese Express is behind Dollar General Pontotoc, MS on West Reynolds St. 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Big Bad Wolf Truck is at Save-a-Lot in Pontotoc 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Jo’s Cafe TBA

local MOBILE is at banks at Spring and Troy St. Downtown 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Gypsy Roadside Mobile is at Best Buy on North Gloster Street 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Brunch Box TBA

Indulge Mobile will be at @The Coffee Pot on Main Street in Amory 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Today & Tonight

Bingo Breakfast at Chick-Fil-A Thompson Square @ 9:30 a.m.

Bring Your Own Piece of Furniture & Paint with Chalk Paint at Farmhouse Tupelo 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Homeschooler Art Class presented by Party in the Art Room at Link Centre 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Cookout with BNI Lee County at Big Oaks Golf Course 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Lunching with Books at Lee County Library 12:00-1:00 p.m.

Comfort in the Park presented by Hands with Hearts Birth & Botanical at Ballard Park 1:00-3:00 p.m.

Splish Splash at Tupelo Aquatic Center 4:30-5:30 p.m.

Auditions for Mama Mia at Tupelo Community Theater @ 6:00 p.m.

Live Music

Chance Stanley at Blue Canoe 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Hannah Roye is at Steele’s Dive 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Karaoke at Woody’s Tupelo 8:00-11:00 p.m.

Follow our Calendar of Events at https://ourtupelo.com/events/ for future events.

Be Kind/Give Back/Pay It Forward

Cami Jo Cares is a non-profit agency that helps children in need of Northeast Mississippi. They are still looking for barbers or hair stylists, to offer free haircuts, for their Back to School Fundraiser at House of Bounce in Saltillo on June 20th. They also are needing volunteers for their trunk-or-treat on Halloween at McAlister’s Deli. If you can help or need more information, their information is posted in the photo to the left. You can also find them on Facebook and see other ways you can help.

On This Day

National Buy a Musical Instrument Day! Today, you are encouraged to buy a musical instrument. You can learn a new hobby, take lessons, replace an existing one, or donate to someone in need.

OurTupelo’s Daily Rundown is read by over 1,000 people. If you would like your name in front of all those eyes, contact OurTupelo: via email- joshua.ballard@ourtupelo.com, by phone- Joshua Ballard- 662-260-1499, or Facebook message- Our Tupelo. We also offer a few other unique advertising opportunities. Contact us today!

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Thanks, everyone, and have a wind-down Wednesday as you make it over the hump!

Be Actively Good, Share Love, and Make Mr. Rogers Happy! -Joshua Ballard

Good Monday Morning, and welcome to the Rundown! Today is Monday, May 20th, 2019. Would you or your company like to sponsor The Rundown? Continue reading to learn how! Today is the 138th day of the year and there are 225 days left in this year. Memorial Day will be in 7 days, Father’s Day is in 27 days, and Summer arrives in 32 days.

National Be a Millionaire Day!

Weather Outlook

I know it was cloudy. It seem like it had been cloudy and then rain came out of nowhere. Here’s a look at the WTVA – The Weather Authority forecast for the day:

HEATING UP MORE NEXT WEEK Monday is likely to be the coolest day of the upcoming week with highs in the middle and upper-80s. There will likely be some lingering clouds Monday morning with perhaps an isolated light shower. A low chance of rain will remain in play through the middle of the week as a system or two could push towards our are from the northwest. 

Food Trucks

Taquería Ferrus is beside Computer Universe on W. Main 10:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Goku Japanese Express is behind Dollar General Pontotoc, MS on West Reynolds St. 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

local MOBILE is at Ballard Park on West Main Street with Chicken Salad Po-Boys as the special! 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 615-337-2660

Gypsy Roadside Mobile is at Fair Park Downtown 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Call-ins welcome at 662-820-9940

Indulge Mobile TBA

Jo’s Cafe CLOSED TODAY

Big Bad Wolf Truck is at Save-A-Lot Pontotoc 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Brunch Box TBA

Today & Tonight

“Touched” Auditions at Pontotoc Community Theater @ 4:00 p.m.

Arc of Northeast Mississippi Family Fun Bowl at Rebelanes. It is normally $6.00 to bowl (includes everything) Kids are free. 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Mary Miller with Biloxi at Off Square Books Oxford 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Julia Reed with Julia Reed’s New Orleans at Square Books Oxford 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Yoga with kittens at Tupelo-Lee Humane Society 6:00-6:30 p.m.

Guided Sahaja Yoga Meditation Tupelo at Sahaja Yoga Meditation Tupelo @ 6:00 p.m.

Free Wine DIY Wood Workshop at Board & Brush Oxford @ 6:00 p.m.

Monthly Business Meeting at Pontotoc Community Theater 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Citizen Police Academy: Investigation Unit & Human Trafficking at Oxford MS Police Department 6:00-7:30 p.m.

2019 Myrtle Sports Banquet at Cravin’ Catfish Sherman @ 6:00 p.m.

Kingdom Kids End of School Cookout at Starkville Community Church 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Auditions for The Odd Couple-Female Version at Tupelo Community Theater @ 6:30 p.m.

Free Beginner Country 2-Step Dance Class at Northeast Chapter #6125 Dance New Albany 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Live Music

Randy Steele at Blue Canoe 7:30–9:30 p.m

Honeyboy at The Tavern! at Dave’s Dark Horse Tavern @ 9:45 p.m.

Follow our Calendar of Events at https://ourtupelo.com/events/ for future events.

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Volunteer Northeast Mississippi is always needing for volunteers for different events and projects. You can find the application and ways to help at www.volunteernems or on their Facebook page. Northeast Mississippians have hearts of gold and volunteering is a part of who we are. Find your niche and begin making a difference today! You can also subscribe to their newsletter and find upcoming events.

On This Day

National Pick Strawberries Day! When picking strawberries, you want to pick plump, firm berries. They stop ripening once you pick them, so pick them red.

National Quiche Lorraine Day! This dish is named after the Lorraine region of France. It is a popular variant of quiche that was originally an open pie with a filling of custard with lardons.

Word of the Day: Titubation is unsteadiness of movement; staggering, reeling, lurching.

Quote of the Day: Goodness, armed with power, is corrupted and pure love without power is destroyed. -Reinhold Niebuler

OurTupelo’s Daily Rundown is read by over 1,000 people. If you would like your name in front of all those eyes, contact OurTupelo: via email- joshua.ballard@ourtupelo.com, by phone- Joshua Ballard- 662-260-1499, or Facebook message- Our Tupelo. We also offer a few other unique advertising opportunities. Contact us today!

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Thanks, everyone, and have a majestical Monday and a prosperous week!

Be Actively Good, Share Love, and Make Mr. Rodgers Happy! -Joshua Ballard

Good Saturday Morning, and welcome to the Rundown! Today is Saturday, May 18th, 2019. Today’s Rundown is Sponsored by Theo’s Feedmill in Fulton. Try their steak, it’s amazing. Continue reading to learn how! Today is the 138th day of the year and there are 227 days left in this year. Memorial Day will be in 9 days, Father’s Day is in 29 days, and Summer arrives in 34 days.

National Visit Your Relatives Day!

Weather Outlook

Here’s a look at the WTVA – The Weather Authority forecast for the day:

Temperatures dipping back into the mid and upper 60s Saturday morning. Saturday will bring much of the same. But there will likely be a few more showers and storms into the afternoon.

Food Truck

Taquería Ferrus is beside Computer Universe on W. Main 10:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

Goku Japanese Express is behind Dollar General Pontotoc, MS on West Reynolds St. 12:00-8:00 p.m.

Polly Wangos, Pontotoc/Houston TBA

Southern Bugz on North Gloster Street across from @outback 12:00-7:00 p.m.

Jos Cafe will be at Pop Up in the Park at Ballard Park 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Jos Cafe & Big Bad Wolf will be at Tupelo Makers Market at Tupelo Fair Park 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Today & Tonight

Farmers’ Depot on South Spring Street Downtown Tupelo 6:00 a.m.-Noon

Pancake Breakfast & Strawberry Picking at Native Son’s Farm on Mt. Vernon Road 8:00-10:30 a.m. $10.00 per person which includes pancake breakfast and one pint of strawberries.

MHEA’s 34th Annual Spring Conference at Mississippi State University 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Celebration of Gardens 2019 Presented by Lee County Master Gardeners at The Tupelo Farmers’ Depot on South Spring Street @ 9:00 a.m.

Job Fair-ResourceMFG Positions at Toyota at Win Job Center 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Library Book Sale at Lee County Library 9:00 a.m.-Noon

Tupelo Maker’s Market at Tupelo Fair Park 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Junior Ranger Program: Disappearing Act at Natchez Trace Parkway Visitor Center 10:00-10:45 a.m.

DJ Swanson Film Screening: “Hypno Heroes” & “History of Reed’s” at Lee County Library @ 10:00 a.m.

EXA 2019-2020 Evals at Extreme Athletics 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Pop Up Market Days at Baldwyn Main Street Chamber of Commerce 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Children’s Story Time at Book Mart & Cafe Starkville 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Story Time at Barnes & Noble (Tupelo, MS) 11:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.

Petco’s Artificial-Free Upgrade Event at Petco @ 11:00 a.m.

Burgers at the Bend at Amory Main Street @ 11:00 a.m.

Lee County High School Graduation at BancorpSouth Arena *Mooreville at Noon * Shannon High School at 3:00 p.m. *Nettleton at 6:00 p.m.

Family Recreation Swim at Tupelo Aquatic Center 12:00-5:00 p.m.

North Mississippi Gem & Mineral Society Meeting at Lee County Library 1:00-3:00 p.m.

The Big PayBack Benefit for Zachary’s Staff at Trotter Convention Center Columbus 1:00-7:00 p.m.

Pop Up in the Park at Ballard Park 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Live Music

Tupelo/Lee County

DieDra “The Alabama Blues Queen” at Blue Canoe @ 9:30-11:45 p.m.

Jason Childers at Steele’s Dive @ 9:00 p.m.

Brad Foutch at Stables Tupelo @ 9:00-11:45 p.m.

Gypsy at The Thirsty Devil @ 9 p.m.

Brian & Bart at Forklift 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Proximity Rule Acoustic at Woody’s Tupelo 8:30 p.m.-12:00 a.m.

DJ-E Karaoke at Old Venice Pizza Co. – Tupelo @ 8:00 p.m.

Bonfire Orchestra at Pop Up in the Park at Ballard Park 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Pontotoc/Oxford

DJ Timmy Lyons at Montgomery’s On Main @ 9:00 p.m.-Midnight

Jodie Ross at Sydnei’s Grill & Catering 7:30-10:00 p.m.

Robbie Holder & The Perfect Storm at The Ledford House @ 4:00-6:00 p.m.

Fulton/Amory

Vinnie C. at Legends Sports Grille @ 8:30-11:30 p.m.

Hannah+Karly at Theo’s Feedmill 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Ashley Tutor at The Coffee Pot Amory

Baldwyn/Booneville/Corinth

Jesse & The Holy Smokes at SMITH 8:30-11:45 p.m.

Starkville/Columbus

Jerry Carnathan at Dave’s Dark Horse Tavern

Carl & The Road Dawgs at Double D’s Columbus

Fat Axl at Elbow Room: Historical Landmark @ 9:30 p.m.

Tom Foolery at the Central Station Grill Starkville 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Follow our Calendar of Events at https://ourtupelo.com/events/ for future events.

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United Way of Northeast Mississippi is doing the Tupelo-Lee Hunger Coalition. This program provides summer food boxes to children in need over the summer. You can find more information about this at www.tupeloleehungercoalition.org or contacting their office at 662.432-1894. You can register your child or donate. Additionally, there are many ways you can help with United Way of Northeast Mississippi. You can find them on Facebook or www.unitedwaynems.org for more information or ways to donate and/or volunteer.

On This Day

National HIV Vaccine Awareness Day! This observance provides an opportunity to recognize and thank the many volunteers, community members, health professionals, and scientists who are trying to find a safe and effective HIV vaccine. It also educates communities about the importance of preventative care and research.

National No Dirty Dishes Day! Today encourages everyone to take a break from dishes and spend the time saved doing things for fun. Sounds to me like procrastination and laziness. I might enjoy!

National Cheese Souffle Day! This is made with egg yolks, beaten egg whites, and cheese and served as a savory dish.

International Museum Day! Since 1977, this day has been celebrated and helps raise awareness on the importance of museums to society and communities.

National Armed Forces Day! On August 31, 1941, Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced the creation of the Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force Days. This single day stems from the unification of the Armed Forces under the Department of Defense. Citizens are encouraged to come together and thank our military for their patriotic services and support for our country for our freedom.

National Learn to Swim Day! This is an effort to bring awareness about the importance of teaching children to swim.

Word of the Day: Palimpsest is the writing material (such as a parchment or tablet) used one or more times after earlier writing had been erased. It can also be something having usually diverse layers or aspects apparent beneath the surface.

Quote of the Day: Few men, during their lifetime, come anywhere near exhausting the resources dwelling within them. There are deep wells of strength that are never used. -Richard Evelyn Byrd

OurTupelo’s Daily Rundown is read by over 1,000 people. If you would like your name in front of all those eyes, contact OurTupelo: via email- joshua.ballard@ourtupelo.com, by phone- Joshua Ballard- 662-260-1499, or Facebook message- Our Tupelo. We also offer a few other unique advertising opportunities. Contact us today!

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Have a satisfactory Saturday and relaxing weekend!

Be Actively Good, Share Love, and Make Mr. Rogers Happy! -Joshua Ballard

Good Sunday Morning, and welcome to the Rundown! Today is Sunday, May 19th, 2019. Would you or your company like to sponsor The Rundown? Continue reading to learn how! Today is the 139th day of the year and there are 226 days left in this year. Memorial Day will be in 8 days, Father’s Day is in 28 days, and Summer arrives in 33 days.

National Devil’s Food Cake Day!

Weather Outlook

WTVA – The Weather Authority keeps us informed as we take a look at their forecast for the day:

Heat and humidity cranks up in the coming days MORE HEAT AND HUMIDITY More widespread rain and storms beginning to gradually increase as we near the pre-dawn hours on Sunday morning. Widespread rain and thunderstorms are expected to approach or enter the area by the end of Sunday morning. 

SUNDAY STORMS Today, scattered storms are expected to build across into northeast Mississippi and northwest Alabama. Some of those storms on could be strong to severe. At this point, we remain under a Level 1 risk of severe storms for Sunday. Thus, the threat for severe weather remains very limited. The main threats will be strong potentially damaging wind gusts along with some hail. An isolated tornado is unlikely, but cannot be entirely ruled out. The greatest potential for storms will develop by early afternoon and continue through mid-evening on Sunday. Despite the storm potential steady southeasterly to southwesterly breeze coupled with peaks of sunshine will allow temperatures to return to the upper-70s and lower-80s.

Food Trucks

Taquería Ferrus on West Main Street besides Computer Universe 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Today & Tonight

8th Annual Skip Gleason memorial Golf Tournament at Natchez Trace Golf Club

CG Kidz Revival with Eddie Gorden at Cedar Grove UPC 10:00 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.

ACO Regional-Cornhole De Mayo-Tupelo at Tupelo Furniture Market 12:00-10:00 p.m.

Family Recreation Swim at Tupelo Aquatic Center 1:00-5:00 p.m.

Jerry Joseph Crawfish Boil at Blue Canoe @ 1:00 p.m.

Roast -N- Boast Golf Tournament at Elm Lake Golf Course Columbus 1:00-5:00 p.m.

D&D at Gleeb Games Corinth 1:00-8:00 p.m.

Adoption and Fostering Awareness Fair at Chick-fil-A Thompson Square 2:00-5:00 p.m.

Metal Clay-Dragonfly Wings Earrings at Farmhouse Tupelo 2:00-5:30 p.m.

Miss Independence Pageant at Magnolia Civic Center New Albany 2:30-5:00 p.m.

NLJC Lee County Parent’s Reception at Tupelo Country Club 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Spring Fashion Show and Photo Shoot at Crossroads Arena Corinth @ 3:00 p.m.

Hill Country Hormonica at Foxfire Ranch Waterford @ 3:00 p.m.

Church Anniversary 2019 at Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church Pontotoc 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Cernter Youth Baked Potato Supper and Cake Auction at Center Baptist Church Blue Springs 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Follow our Calendar of Events at https://ourtupelo.com/events/ for future events.

Be Kind/Give Back/Pay It Forward

The Arc of Northeast Mississippi is the largest national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. They are currently in need of volunteers. You can find them on their website at www.arcnems.org or on Facebook for more information.

On This Day

In 1962, a birthday salute took place at Madison Square Garden in New York City, for U.S. President John F. Kennedy. The highlight was Marilyn Monroe’s rendition of “Happy Birthday”.

National May Ray Day! This day celebrates the turning of the seasons.

Word of the Day: Alameda is a public walk shaded with trees.

Quote of the Day: Laughter is the shortest distance between two people. -Victor Borge

OurTupelo’s Daily Rundown is read by over 1,000 people. If you would like your name in front of all those eyes, contact OurTupelo: via email- joshua.ballard@ourtupelo.com, by phone- Joshua Ballard- 662-260-1499, or Facebook message- Our Tupelo. We also offer a few other unique advertising opportunities. Contact us today!

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Thanks everyone for tuning in! I hope you have a sensational Sunday and ready for a new week!

Be Actively Good, Share Love, and Make Mr. Rogers Happy! -Joshua Ballard

Good Friday Morning, and welcome to the Rundown! Today is Friday, May 17th, 2019. Would you or your company like to sponsor The Rundown? Continue reading to learn how! Today is the 137th day of the year and there are 228 days left in this year. Memorial Day will be in 10 days, Father’s Day is in 30 days and Summer arrives in 35 days.

National Walnut Day!

Weather Outlook

It sure is hot and humid during the day. I take every minute to enjoy the morning coolness. Follow us as we take a look at WTVA – The Weather Authority forecast for the day:

Heat and humidity cranks up in the coming days MORE HEAT AND HUMIDITY Expect mostly clear skies as you’re out the door Friday with temperatures in the mid and upper 60s. Once the sun is up, those temperatures will heat up big time with afternoon highs into the upper 80s to lower 90s. Heat index values will likely reach the lower to mid-90s. A spotty shower is possible, but unlikely going into the afternoon. 

Then this evening, we’re mostly clear with temperatures dipping back into the mid and upper 60s Saturday morning. Saturday will bring much of the same. But there will likely be a few more showers and storms into the afternoon than what we see today. 

Food Truck

Taquería Ferrus is beside Computer Universe on W. Main 10:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Goku Japanese Express is behind Dollar General Pontotoc, MS on West Reynolds St. 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Food Truck Friday at Tupelo Fair Park starring Big Bad Wolf Truck 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. & local MOBILE 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with Fresh Truck Made Chicken Salad Po-Boys as the special! 615-337-2660 & Indulge Mobile 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. & MS Edible Bliss 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. & Brunch Box & Gypsy Roadside Mobile 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Southern Bugz on North Gloster Street across from Outback Steakhouse (Tupelo, MS) 12:00-7:00 p.m.

Polly Wangos, Pontotoc/Houston

Today & Tonight

Mother’s Day Diaper Drive at Groundswell Community Collective. ***Today is the last day of the Drive!

MHEA’s 34th Annual Spring Conference at Mississippi State University Starkville @ 8:00 a.m.

Storage Auction at Fred’s Sheds and Tupelo Mini Storage 9:00-10:00 a.m.

Customer Appreciation Day at Midas of Tupelo 10:00 a.m.-Noon

Guided Sahaja Yoga Meditation at Sahaja Yoga Meditation Tupelo @ 10:00 a.m.

Story Time at Reed’s (Reed’s Downtown Tupelo) @ 10:30 a.m.

Jimbo Mathus In-Store Show at The End of All Music Oxford 5:30-6:30 p.m.

2019 Market on Main KickOff! at Main Street Caledonia 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Kid’s Night Out at Journey Church 6:15-10:00 p.m.

University of Life Men’s Department Presents M.P.A.C. Conference 2019 in Oxford @ 7:00 p.m.

St. John’s Drawdown at Oxford Conference Center 7:00 p.m.-Midnight

Knight Time Trivia at Theo’s Feedmill Sippin’ Parlor 7:00-10:00 p.m.

The True Story of the Three Little Pigs at TCT on Broadway 7:30-9:00 p.m.

Live Music

Tupelo/Lee County

The Turbos at Blue Canoe @ 9:30-11:45 p.m.

Bonfire Orchestra at Steele’s Dive @ 9:00 p.m.

Chance Stanley at Stables Tupelo @ 9:00-11:45 p.m.

Seed Tick Road with James Pirkle at Romie’s Grocery @ 8:30 p.m.

Jimmy Barnes at Forklift 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Anthony Zappa at The Driskills Fish & Steak 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Pontotoc/Oxford

Blues Child at Lep’s BBQ @ 7:00 p.m.

Hannah+Karly at Sydnei’s Grill & Catering 7:30-10:00 p.m.

Jimbo Mathus at Proud Larry’s @ 9:00 p.m.

Robbie Holder & The Perfect Storm at DMBC Clubhouse @ 8:00 p.m.

Fulton

Joseph Baldwin at Legends Sports Grille @ 8:30-11:30 p.m.

Baldwyn/Booneville/Corinth

Proximity Rule at SMITH 8:30-11:45 p.m.

Starkville/Columbus

Dan Arnold at Muddy Waters Sports Bar 9:00 p.m.-Midnight

Karaoke After Hours at Thai by Thai @ 9:00 p.m.

Follow our Calendar of Events at https://ourtupelo.com/events/ for future events.

Be Kind/Give Back/Pay It Forward

Cami Jo Cares is having an event at Wet Paint for Father’s Day. By bringing any free and clear fabric softener or detergent, you will get 10 FREE raffle tickets to any of their raffles, your choice. All proceeds benefit our children in need of North Mississippi. You can find ways to contact them above about volunteering and donating.

Volunteer Northeast Mississippi and United Way of Northeast Mississippi is needing volunteers for BreakBox. You can go to tupeloleehungercoalition.org for ways to help. You can also find the link to donate. You can also find them on Facebook for other ways to help

On This Day

National Cherry Cobbler Day! Cherry cobbler is a dessert made with cooked cherries covered with a thick, sweet doughy crust.

National Pack Rat Day! A pack rat is a name for a hoarder. This day is observed annually and is a day to unclutter.

World Telecommunication and Information Day! This day was proclaimed by a United Nations General Assembly Resolution. This day is observed to help raise awareness of all the possibilities that the use of internet and other information and communication technologies (ICT). ICT can bring to societies and economies, as well as ways to bridge the digital divide.

International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, & Biphobia! This day is observed to aim a coordination of international events that raise awareness of LGBT rights violations.

National Endangered Species Day! This day is observed as an opportunity to celebrate biodiversity and efforts to conserve the diversity and protect the endangered species.

National Defense Transportation Day! An annual observance, that recognizes the contributions of people who work in the transportation industry, and who contribute to the well-being and defense.

National Pizza Party Day! Today would be a great pizza party day. It is a Friday and almost the end of school.

Nascar Day! The National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing (NASCAR) is an American business that sanctions and governs auto-racing sports events.

Word of the Day: Gurrier is a Dublin street urchin, a rough aggressive young man; a lout; a hooligan.

Quote of the Day: If it is your time, love will track you down like a cruise missile. -Lynda Barry

OurTupelo’s Daily Rundown is read by over 1,000 people. If you would like your name in front of all those eyes, contact OurTupelo: via email- joshua.ballard@ourtupelo.com, by phone- Joshua Ballard- 662-260-1499, or Facebook message- Our Tupelo. We also offer a few other unique advertising opportunities. Contact us today!

That is what I can find today. Follow ourtupelo.com for more events, news, food, sports, and more! Where we keep you updated, informed, and in the know!

Thanks, everyone, and have a fantastical Friday!

Be Actively Good, Share Love, and Make Mr. Rogers Happy! -Joshua Ballard

Good Thursday Morning, and welcome to the Rundown! Today is Thursday, May 16th, 2019. Would you or your company like to sponsor The Rundown? Continue reading to learn how! Today is the 136th day of the year and there are 229 days left in this year. Memorial Day will be in 11 days, Father’s Day is in 31 days, and Summer arrives in 35 days.

National Love a Tree Day!

Weather Outlook

Let us check our local WTVA – The Weather Authority forecast for the day:

More heat and humidity with afternoon storms possible LATE-WEEK HEAT AND HUMIDITY As you head out the door this Thursday morning, areas of dense fog are likely. Most of this will be concentrated along the Tennessee state line, where showers and storms were focused yesterday. Through the day, we’ll heat up with sunshine. Highs reach the mid and upper 80s. And a few spotty showers and storms are possible, mostly over Northwest Alabama. 

Food Trucks

Taqueria Ferrus is beside Computer Universe on W. Main St. 10:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Goku Japanese Express is behind Dollar General Pontotoc, MS on West Reynolds St. 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Big Bad Wolf Truck is at Spring Street Cigars from 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Gypsy Roadside Mobile TBA

Jo’s Cafe is Longtown Medical Plaza on Eason Blvd. 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. & Queen’s Reward Meadery 5:00-8:00 p.m.

local MOBILE is at MidTown Pointe on Industrial Road across from the Tupelo High School Baseball Field 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. 615-337-2660

Indulge Mobile is at NauticaStar Amory 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Brunch Box TBA

MS Edible Bliss TBA

Polly Wangos, Pontotoc/Houston TBA

Today & Tonight

Mother’s Day Diapers Drive at Groundswell Community Collective

Story Play for Babies & Toddlers at Lee County Library @ 9:30 a.m.

Splish Splash at Tupelo Aquatic Center 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Cryer Leike Oxford SnoCone Day @ Crye Leike Oxford Real Estate 2:30-5:00 p.m.

Groundswell Hops Around at Groundswell Community Collective 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Men’s After Work Gold Clinics at Tupelo Country Club 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Summer Nights in Corinth at Main Street Corinth 5:30-8:00 p.m.

Trivia Night at Queen’s Reward Meadery 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Folds of Honor at Steele’s Dive 6:00-10:00 p.m.

SPHS Awards Night at South Pontotoc High School 6:00-6:55 p.m.

Family Night: Library Scavenger Hunt at Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Ladies’ Night Out at MedPlus Fulton 6:30-9:00 p.m.

Live Music

Karaoke at Woody’s Tupelo 8:30-11:45 p.m.

Will Taylor at Steele’s Dive 7:00-10:00 p.m.

William Metheny at Blue Canoe @ 8:00 p.m.

Detour at Lep’s BBQ Pontotoc @ 7:30 p.m.

DJ-E Karaoke at Old Venice Pizza Co. – Tupelo 7:00-11:00 p.m.

Tim Floyd & Eric Stogner is at Driskill’s Fish & Steakhouse Plantersville 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Follow our Calendar of Events at https://ourtupelo.com/events/ for future events.

Be Kind/Give Back/Pay It Forward

Talbot House provides a safe, stable, supportive home for women transitioning from a drug and alcohol treatment program to independent sober living. Together, we work toward a common goal: continued sobriety. We need your support! You can donate at https://talbothousetupelo.org/donate.

They are also in need of repair or replacement of an ice machine, kitchen faucets and installation, white shower curtains, solid color twin sized blankets, quilts, and comforters, pillows, and drinking glasses. You can find out more information or ways to help on their Facebook page.

On This Day

In 1988, the Surgeon General of the United States C. Everett Koop led a report stating that the addictive property of nicotine are similar to those of heroin and cocaine.

National Piercing Day! Today, we celebrate body piercings, whether it is a tradition, religion, heritage, nationality, personal interest. Never had a piercing? Today is the day to get one!

National Sea Monkey Day! A sea monkey is a brine shrimp, Artemia salina, that hatches from dormant encysted eggs and sometimes raised in aquariums. I had an aquarium at one point. Additionally, I used to watch them on television!

National Biographer’s Day! Today commemorates the anniversary of the first meeting of Samuel Johnson and his biographer, James Boswell, in London, England in 1763, and honors all biographers.

National Coquilles Saint Jacques Day! This is a classic French dish of scallops in a creamy sauce, under a crust of bread crumbs and cheese.

Honor Our LGBT Elders Day! This is a new effort to bring awareness to the lifetime contributions made by LGBT older adults. It also brings awareness to equality and recognizes the struggles and victories of the LGBT community.

Word of the Day: Expatiate is to move or wander about intellectually, imaginatively, etc., without restraint.

Quote of the Day: What we imagine in order is merely the prevailing form of chaos. -Kerry Thornley

OurTupelo’s Daily Rundown is read by over 1,000 people. If you would like your name in front of all those eyes, contact OurTupelo: via email- joshua.ballard@ourtupelo.com, by phone- Joshua Ballard- 662-260-1499, or Facebook message- Our Tupelo. We also offer a few other unique advertising opportunities. Contact us today!

That is what I can find today. Follow ourtupelo.com for more events, news, food, sports, and more! Where we keep you updated, informed, and in the know!

Thanks everyone, and thriving Thursday and fanatical Friday’s Eve!

Be Actively Good, Share Love, and Make Mr. Rogers Happy! -Joshua Ballard

Good Wednesday Morning, and welcome to the Rundown! Today is Wednesday, May 10th, 2019. Today’s Rundown is sponsored by Theo’s Feed Mill in Fulton. Go by and enjoy some great lunch or have dinner on Thursday-Saturday. Today is the 135th day of the year and there are 230 days left in this year. Memorial Day will be in 12 days and Summer arrives in 37 days.

Weather Outlook

Stay up to date as we look at WTVA – The Weather Authority forecast for the day:

Clouds may increase a bit more into Wednesday morning. And this will come with a few spotty showers and storms. Most of these will drift southward out of West Tennessee. One or two of these storms could be strong, but likely non-severe. Highs on Wednesday will still climb into the lower 80s, despite clouds and showers. 

National Chocolate Chip Day!

Food Trucks

Ta quería Ferrus is beside Computer Universe on W. Main St. 10:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Goku Japanese Express is behind Dollar General Pontotoc, MS on West Reynolds St. 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Big Bad Wolf Truck is at Save-a-Lot in Pontotoc 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Jo’s Cafe will be at Ballard from 11:00 a.m.-1:30’ish p.m.

local MOBILE is at banks at Spring and Troy St. Downtown 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Gypsy Roadside Mobile will be at Best Buy on North Gloster Street 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Brunch Box is at Fairpark until 1 PM

Indulge Mobile will be at @The Coffee Pot on Main Street in Amory 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. with their new item…Austin’s Hibachi with his secret weapon sauce and yum yum sauce!

Today & Tonight

ServSafe Certification Class at Hilton Garden Inn Starkville 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

Love the Skin You’re In-Pontotoc Junior High School @ 9:00 a.m.

Bingo Breakfast at Chick-Fil-A Thompson Square @ 9:30 a.m.

Job Fair Hiring Event at City Thrift 10:00 a.m.-Noon

Breathe Free-Help for Nicotine Freedom at Grace Oasis Church 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Homeschooler Art Class presented by Party in the Art Room at Link Centre 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

Comfort in the Park Presented by Hands and Hearts Birth Services at Ballard Park 1:00-3:00 p.m. Register with Hands and Hearts Birth by text at 662-601-8810 or Messenger at facebook.com/handsandheartsbirth/.

Splish Splash at Tupelo Aquatic Center 4:30-5:30 p.m.

PJ Masks Live! Save the Day at BancorpSouth Arena @ 6:00 p.m.

Preparing for College at White Hill Baptist Church 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Guided Shaja Yoga Meditation at Sahaja Yoga Meditation Tupelo 6:00-7:00 p.m.

LGBTQ+ Mental Health Awareness Forum at Oxford Treatment Center (Oxford Outpatient & Resolutions) 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Ladies Pool Tournament-$10.00 entry at Shade Tree Lounge @ 7:00 p.m.

Live Music

Randall Conrad Olinger/RCOSWAMP at Blue Canoe 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Johnathan Moore at Steele’s Dive 7:00-10:00 p.m.

Karaoke at Woody’s Tupelo 8:00-11:00 p.m.

Knife Knights with Lando Chill at Proud Larry’s Oxford @ 9:00 p.m. 

Follow our Calendar of Events at https://ourtupelo.com/events/ for future events.

Be Kind/Give Back/Pay It Forward

Diapers are expensive! Many families struggle to purchase enough diapers to keep their little ones clean and healthy. Let’s help relieve that burden by collecting diapers to benefit United Way partner agencies that serve families with young children: SAFE, Parkgate, Banah, Faith Haven, Salvation Army, and many food pantries.

Friday will be the last day of this drive. You can drop off at one of the following locations:
United Way office
BNA Bank, downtown New Albany
First Choice Bank, downtown Pontotoc
First American National Bank Fulton
Houston City Hall

Or make a monetary donation at www.groundswellnems.org/diaperdrive or text DIAPERS to 40403. You can also find additional information on Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/events/408565486540051/ or their pages United Way of Northeast Mississippi or Groundswell Community Collective.

On This Day

Peace Officers Memorial Day! In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation which designated this day to honor our fallen law enforcement officers. The day falls during Police Week which we pay tribute to local, state, and Federal peace officers who have died in the line of duty. Law officers around the world gather at Washington, DC to participate in a special memorial service.

National Nylon Stocking Day! Nylon stockings are close-fitting hosiery made from nylon, rayon, or silk.

International Day of Families! This day was started by the United Nations in 1993 and spreads the importance of international community attaches to families. It promotes awareness of issues relating to families and to increase knowledge of the social, economic, and demographic processes affecting families.

National Foster Care Month! This is a month set aside to acknowledge foster parents, family members, volunteers, mentors, child welfare professionals, and other members of the community who help children and youth in foster care find permanent homes and connections. This month, we renew our commitment to ensuring a bright future for more than 430,000 children and youth in foster care. We also celebrate those who make a meaningful difference in their lives. For more information visit childwelfare.gov/fostercaremonth.

Word of the Day: Rehabilitate is to bring someone or something back to a normal, healthy condition after illness, injury, addiction, etc.

Quote of the Day: Man is asked to make of himself what he is supposed to become to fulfill his destiny. -Paul Tillich

OurTupelo’s Daily Rundown is read by over 1,000 people. If you would like your name in front of all those eyes, contact OurTupelo: via email- joshua.ballard@ourtupelo.com, by phone- Joshua Ballard- 662-260-1499, or Facebook message- Our Tupelo. We also offer a few other unique advertising opportunities. Contact us today!

That is what I can find today. Follow ourtupelo.com for more events, news, food, sports, and more! Where we keep you updated, informed, and in the know!

Thanks, everyone, and have a whimsical Wednesday as you make it over the hump!

Be Actively Good, Share Love, and Make Mr. Rogers Happy! -Joshua Ballard