Good morning Tupelo! Today is Sunday, January 5, 2020. It is the 5th day of the year. There are 361 days left in the year (don’t forget this is Leap Year!) and 73 days left of winter! Valentine’s Day is in 40 days, and Spring starts in 74 days.
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HAPPENING TODAY
Today in Tupelo, here are the things going on around town:
The Bancorpsouth Arena will be open for Public Ice Skating today from 1:00 p.m. this afternoon until 6:00 p.m. tonight. Ice Rink Admission price is $12 per person and this includes skate rental.
Miranda Lambert’s Little Red Wagon Tour is partnering with the Tupelo-Lee Humane Society to help them get what they need to take care of all those sweet animals! From now until January 10, 2020, you can bring donations to Steele’s Dive to be entered into a drawing for two free tickets. There will be two drawings held on January 10 for the January 16th concert, meaning that there will be two lucky winners who will receive a free pair of tickets EACH.
We have a free family four-pack of tickets to see the Harlem Globetrotters at the Bancorpsouth Arena on January 13 to give away to our followers here at OurTupelo! As a bonus, these four tickets also come with Magic Passes! We’ll be running this promotion though January 11, and announcing the winner at noon-ish on that day. Make sure to check out the pinned post on our Facebook page for details on how to win!
CrossWalk Free Will Baptist Church invites you to join them for a seminar on Toxic People. Most likely, all of us have encountered those we would consider to be toxic. How do we recognize them? How do we respond to them? How do we help reform them? Session one of “How Do I Manage Toxic People In My Life” begins this morning at 10:30 a.m..
St. Paul Orthodox Church invites you to join them at Ballard Park for a blessing of the waters at 1:00 p.m..
Showdown Esports invites you to join them at the Link Centre at 12:30 p.m. for their Sunday Showdown Tupelo area weekly FGC event! Come out and compete, spectate, or play casual games on the side and hang out!
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Friends, it’s warm and going to rain — this weather is gonna make everybody sick! Granny used to say that the weather changing back and forth is just bound to make everybody sick!
And how many of y’all remember that old homemade cough medicine! Whew! That stuff was rough!
I don’t remember my Mom and Dad ever making it, but PawPaw and Granny sure did! And if they ever heard you cough, you were gonna get some!
Granny would have to dig around in the cabinets to get it, because she kept it hidden! I didn’t know why back then; we sure weren’t gonna drink it up! Then after she found it, she would pour you some in a big spoon and you had to swallow it down!
Good Lord, that stuff burned! It’d burn the hide off your throat all the way down! But it stopped your cough!
Years later, we found her recipe for what we called her fire water. It had whiskey in it, and honey, lemon, and peppermint. It was mostly whiskey I think now, but it did the trick! But whew, it tasted awful. I mean make your eyes water awful! We got to where we wouldn’t go around Granny if we had a cough! But you know how hard it is to not cough, when you really have to!
I asked John Barry if he had something similar, but he said they used to give him mineral oil when he had a bad cough! I asked him if it worked. He said “Yes! If they give you a bunch of mineral oil, you wouldn’t cough because you were afraid to!”
Good morning Tupelo! Today is Saturday, January 4, 2020. It is the 4th day of the year. There are 362 days left in the year (don’t forget this is Leap Year!) and 74 days left of winter! Valentine’s Day is in 41 days, and Spring starts in 75 days.
If you’d like to become a sponsor of our daily Rundown, please contact joshua.ballard@ourtupelo.com or call 662-260-1498
HAPPENING TODAY
Today in Tupelo, here are the things going on around town:
The Bancorpsouth Arena will be open for Public Ice Skating today from 1:00 p.m. this afternoon until 9:00 p.m. tonight. Ice Rink Admission price is $12 per person and this includes skate rental.
Miranda Lambert’s Little Red Wagon Tour is partnering with the Tupelo-Lee Humane Society to help them get what they need to take care of all those sweet animals! From now until January 10, 2020, you can bring donations to Steele’s Dive to be entered into a drawing for two free tickets. There will be two drawings held on January 10 for the January 16th concert, meaning that there will be two lucky winners who will receive a free pair of tickets EACH.
We have a free family four-pack of tickets to see the Harlem Globetrotters at the Bancorpsouth Arena on January 13 to give away to our followers here at OurTupelo! As a bonus, these four tickets also come with Magic Passes! We’ll be running this promotion though January 11, and announcing the winner at noon-ish on that day. Make sure to check out the pinned post on our Facebook page for details on how to win!
If you have little ones, don’t miss Storytime at Barnes & Noble at 11 a.m. and then again at 3 p.m. for an exciting story, crafts, and snacks in the children’s department! This event is focused on children under 6, and is free to the public.
A special program of dulcimer music will be provided by the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association from 10:00 am until noon at the Parkway Visitor Center located at milepost 266 near Tupelo, Mississippi. The North Mississippi Dulcimer Association teaches dulcimer history, tradition, craftsmanship, and music by sharing its knowledge and talents. The Appalachian mountain dulcimer is the first instrument developed in the United States. Dating back to the early 1800s, the dulcimer is an instrument whose very name means “sweet sound.” The National Park Service and the North Mississippi Dulcimer Association invite everyone to listen to the soft sweet sounds of the dulcimer and learn about its extensive history. This program is free. For additional information, call 1-800-305-7417.
At 1 p.m., you can join a park ranger at the Natchez Trace Parkway, in living history attire, to discover what it was like for Tennessee Militia men traveling the Natchez Trace during the War of 1812. Ranger Andy will share his knowledge of the time period with visitors of all ages through displays of reproduction equipment carried by the soldiers in the early 1800s.
Lane Bryant invites you to join them today at 10 a.m. with Chasi Jernigan: Sweat In Mascara for a celebration of all things LIVI. Forget resolutions. It’s time to unwind, refresh your closet and revive your style! Plus enter for a chance to win prizes from 2–4PM and score BOGO free on all new LIVI styles!
Children ages 6-12 are invited to Nerf Night at 6 p.m. at Extreme Athletics! Bring your own Nerf gun that takes traditional nerf bullets and they will provide the bullets and the eyewear, as well as provide pizza, chips, and a drink with every registration! (A waiver will be required for each participant.)
In Aberdeen, visit the Historic Elkin Theatre tonight for a viewing of “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.” Admission is $5.00 each, and all concession items are $1.00 each. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the movie starts at 7 p.m..
MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
As for music in Tupelo tonight, we have the following:
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Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!
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Address: 216 A Main Street, Tupelo, Mississippi (under the kangaroo sign, downstairs)
NOW OPEN! * Adults 21 years and older.
Although Downunder is listed on its Facebook page as a Cocktail Bar, once you descend down the stairs to basement level, it’s more reminiscent of a speakeasy found in old photos and movies from the golden years. It could also be described as a retro bar with its video games, dart board, and pinball to one side, with retro funky furniture scattered throughout the rest. Talking with the owner, Kris (a native Australian), this is more like a home away from home. A relaxing space to grab a drink, some Australian inspired grub, and chill for a spell.
To start, I ordered a Fosters beer ($7). It’s founded in Australia but made in the USA. It’s a full pint, so one can should do ya. It’s super smooth and complimented my meal well.
For my meal, I went with the Aussie Rissoles ($10). This is an Australian staple and gluten free to boot! It’s two seared beef patties, creamy mashed potatoes, drizzled with savory gravy, and topped with Parmesan roasted edamame.
The Aussie Rissoles is a very good meat-and-potatoes meal with the Parmesan roasted edamame providing a surprising yet savory little pop with each bite!
They offer many Australian-inspired dishes, including a charcuterie board that changes every couple weeks!
Downunder has several retro games that can be fun for one and all including a dart board arcade game. They also have a pinball game with an AC/DC theme, which is one of my most favorite Australian exports!
I’m writing this while watching folks talking, playing games, laughing, eating, and having a blast at Tupelo’s newest hot spot! Although Australia is almost 10,000 miles away, Downunder offers a taste of the the country’s cuisine and free spirit.
TUPELO – In a rare public address, the Tupelo Pole has declared itself a “strong, independent pole that don’t need no flag.”
The Tupelo Pole is a pole standing over 100 feet tall and residing behind the gas station on the corner of Thomas Street and West Main Street in Tupelo, MS. For as long as most residents can remember, the Pole has been there and has never been adorned with anything but the clear blue sky. This is also the first time the Pole has spoken out in recent history.
“This is the first time I’ve known it to talk,” Taquitta Washington says. “I didn’t even know a pole could talk, but here we are.”
The reason for the Pole’s broken silence is unclear, but it is highly speculated that it is due to the recent exposure the Pole has gotten thanks to a local comedian’s satirical “Tupelo Tourism” video wherein the Pole is highlighted as a must-see attraction. As a result, many local residents have taken to voicing their opinions about the Pole’s status — not all of it positive.
“It’s an eyesore,” opines long-time Tupelo resident Dorothy Scruggs. “It just stands there all naked like. It needs a flag, or something — anything really — to make itself presentable to our town. Ain’t nothing Christian about it.”
Not everyone agrees with Scruggs.
“There’s nothing more attractive to me than a Pole that knows what it is and knows what it needs,” says local business owner RJ Morgan. “In this case, it knows what t it doesn’t need, and that’s just as attractive.”
For now, it seems that the Pole will continue to stand as it always has. Tall, strong, independent, and naked.
An attempt was made to reach the Pole for further comment, but it’s too tall and crane rentals are expensive.
Good morning Tupelo! Today is Friday, January 3, 2020. It is the 3rd day of the year. There are 363 days left in the year (don’t forget this is Leap Year!) and 75 left of winter! Valentine’s Day is in 42 days, and Spring starts in 76 days.
HAPPENING TODAY
Today in Tupelo, here are the things going on around town:
The Bancorpsouth Arena will be open for Public Ice Skating today from 1:00 p.m. this afternoon until 9:00 p.m. tonight. Ice Rink Admission price is $12 per person and this includes skate rental.
Miranda Lambert’s Little Red Wagon Tour is partnering with the Tupelo-Lee Humane Society to help them get what they need to take care of all those sweet animals! From now until January 10, 2020, you can bring donations to Steele’s Dive to be entered into a drawing for two free tickets. There will be two drawings held on January 10 for the January 16th concert, meaning that there will be two lucky winners who will receive a free pair of tickets EACH.
* It’s Food Truck Friday at Fairpark, but it’s also soggy and rainy, so we’ll keep updating the food trucks as they post throughout the morning.
If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!
Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.
Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!
Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!
* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.
We were in Dollar General grabbing a few things back in the summer, when Spawn decided he needed a new backpack. He didn’t really. The one from last year was still in good shape, but a new one had caught his eye.
Spawn: I want this one. Me: This one? Spawn: This one. Me: Baby, are you sure? Spawn: Yeah. Can I have it? Me: … Spawn: Please?
Now, I’m not stingy with my kids, and as long as I have the money, I am not opposed to buying them things within reason, even if it’s not a necessity. But this backpack… It was rainbow sequins. I knew immediately that we were about to be in some murky waters.
Me: Baby, I love this backpack. I think it’s beautiful. You know I love sequins and rainbows. But you know how kids are. Are you SURE? Spawn: I’m not worried about stupid people. There’s no boy colors and girl colors. The rainbow is for everybody. Me: Well I know that. And you know that. But you know how people ARE… So, what are you gonna do if I buy you this new backpack, and then you end up all sideways when someone starts giving you crap about it at school? Spawn: I’ll tell them what I just said. And if they get stupid after that, they can taste the rainbow.
He completely won me over with his impenetrable logic, so we bought the backpack. And things were great for precisely twenty school days.
On the twenty-first day, my son came home in tears.
You see, in the course of those first three weeks of school, proudly wearing his sparkly rainbow sequined backpack, Spawn had become a shining light for his friends who were struggling, but who were also a target for some other children who’ve grown up with hate in their homes. And on this day, he’d reached his limit for brushing things off.
And still, the thing is that he wasn’t even upset for himself mostly. He was far more upset and concerned for his friends who are scared to come out and who have to be so damn careful not to give themselves away, because they can clearly see how tough a time he’s having already. Because he actually gives a damn about people other than himself, his heart is hurting.
My first reaction is straight up Mama Bear Mode. If you hurt my kids, I will cut you. But I know deep in my heart that these kids are only mirroring what they hear at home, and I can’t be there for those kids. But I can be here for mine. Always.
So, I say to my son, “I know this feels yucky, but I want you to always remember that no matter what anyone else says, being gay is not a bad thing or anything to be ashamed of. So it’s like if someone says ‘HA HA HA! You have BLUE EYES!’ You know? It’s like, ‘So? There’s nothing wrong with that. What’s your point?’ Ignorant people are always going to find something to make trouble about. I know it hurts and I know this sucks, but we just have to learn how to turn that around and be bigger than their smallness.”
Spawn returns, “That’s true. But, Momma, it’s also true that making fun of people lowers their self esteem, making it harder for them to make friends, trust people, and even lowers their test scores and is making them not want to come to school at all.”
I can’t tell you the depth of how much I hate that he knows these thing and why. And further, we don’t speak of it out loud on this day, but we’ve talked about it before: The suicide rates for LGB kids are so so high. According to The Trevor Project,
Suicide is the 2nd leading cause of death among young people ages 10 to 24.
LGBTQ youth seriously contemplate suicide at almost THREE times the rate of their straight peers.
LGBTQ youth are almost FIVE times as likely to have attempted suicide compared to their straight peers.
LGBTQ youth who come from highly rejecting families are 8.4 times as likely to have attempted suicide as LGBTQ peers who reported no or low levels of family rejection.
Each episode of LGBTQ victimization, such as physical or verbal harassment or abuse, increases the likelihood of self-harming behavior by 2.5 times on average.
Together, we decide we can’t sit silently by and mutely try to take the high road on this. We sit down side by side and compose a message to his teacher. I went to the school’s website and filled out their online bullying report. I received a call first thing the next morning. The counselor, thankfully, was very invested in making sure Spawn and his friends were safe, and laid out a plan of action that they intended to take.
Luckily, since then, we have had no further issues, but I won’t fool myself with lies that this will be the end. Not for him, and not for his peers.
If you are the type of person who is still telling your kids — or even indulging by silence in the idea — that there is anything wrong with being gay, then I need for you to understand the harm you’re doing to other people’s kids — and your own.
Most people, I hope, don’t WANT to raise bullies. Most people, I hope, are upset when they find out that their kids are those kids — the ones who pick on others and make other kids’ lives miserable.
But so often, people just don’t understand how their children mirror and internalize the lessons of “otherness” that may be fostered in the home. Whether by a parent ‘slipping’ and saying something harmful, or by the parents not going out of their way to talk about difference and acceptance.
A child’s home environment can do damage far beyond — not just to that kid, but to others around them, and to the world.
All of our children deserve to be safe at school. They deserve the chance to learn in an environment where they’re not constantly singled out, taunted, and assaulted, for ANY reason, but especially for reasons beyond their control.
If you are one of these people, you don’t have to be defensive. We don’t need the excuses, the reasons, the rationales. We don’t need the justifications. We need you to commit to do better. Our kids deserve it.
Good morning Tupelo! Today is Thursday, January 2, 2020. It is the 2nd day of the year. There are 364 days left in the year (don’t forget this is Leap Year!) and 76 left of winter! Valentine’s Day is in 43 days, and Spring starts in 77 days.
HAPPENING TODAY
We hope you are all off to a great start in this new year, and as a reminder, it’s a smart idea to write the entire year on any personal checks or legal documents this year, to prevent confusion and fraud. (Example: 01/02/20 can become 01/02/2019 with a few flicks of the pen, if someone were so inclined.)
Today in Tupelo, here are the things going on around town:
The Bancorpsouth Arena is open for Public Ice Skating today! Ice Rink Admission is $12/per person, and this includes skate rental.
Storyplay at the Lee County Library in Tupelo is today at 9:30am. Storyplay is a storytime program featuring songs, rhymes, activities, and books more suitable for the baby to toddler set. Play will be highlighted and embraced during this program and modifications will be presented to accommodate different abilities and age groups.
The Weight Loss Support Group meeting today has been cancelled, due to unforeseen circumstances. Catch them next month, as they meet on the first Thursday of each month from 6-7 p.m. at the NMMC Wellness Center, 1030 S. Madison, Tupelo, MS. Please call (662) 377- SLIM (7546) for further information. Weight Loss Support Group meetings are also available to watch online at www.nmhs.net/weight-loss-support-group.
If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!
Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.
Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!
Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!
* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.
Address: 3999 North Gloster Street, Tupelo, Mississippi
Rock n Roll Sushi is READY to ROCK and ROLL! That is, rock the house and roll some of the best sushi around!
The name pretty much says it all. The atmosphere is definitely high octane rock and roll with guitars and posters adorning the walls, and TVs set to music videos. Another nice touch was the menus. They look like album covers from the “best of” rock and roll era until you open them up to find the menu inside.
They have a huge menu with plenty of choices. You can choose Hibachi, classic rolls, Specialty rolls, appetizers referred to as “The Opening Act,” and a couple after party desserts.
Although I didn’t order an app, they are definitely on my “to try” list after reading some of the interesting ingredients. Even the ever-popular jalapeño poppers got a boost by combining crabmeat and cream cheese before lightly frying.
What I ordered: Heart Roll $13.95 Stairway To Heaven Brownies $7.95
For my first taste of Rock N Roll Sushi, I ordered the fried Heart Roll. It was Shrimp Tempura, Crabmeat, and cream cheese. Topped with baked crabmeat, seasoned crawfish, thinly sliced jalapeños, spicy mayo, eel sauce, and crunchy flakes. This was an awesome first contact with a new restaurant and menu item! This was a huge amount of food and a full meal for most anyone.
Stairway to Heaven Brownie
To wrap up my first visit, I did indulge in the Stairway to Heaven Brownies. I’ve often said that we all eat with our eyes first, and I definitely had to take in the beauty of these brownies! We’re talking FRIED brownies served with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream and drizzled with chocolate and caramel sauce… and a cherry on top! This was a mountain of mouthwatering Sweetness!
Looking forward to my next visit to Rock N Roll Sushi in Tupelo. See y’all there!
Good morning Tupelo! Today is Tuesday, December 31, 2019. It is the last day of the year. Happy New Year’s Eve!
Today’s Rundown is sponsored by Kyle Barker at Comcast Business.
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HAPPENING TODAY
Today is New Year’s Eve, so here in Tupelo, most of the local happenings are geared toward that.
The Bancorpsouth Arena will be open for Public Ice Skating today from 1:00 p.m. this afternoon until 9:00 p.m. tonight. Ice Rink Admission price is $12 per person and this includes skate rental.
MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT
WOOO! If you’re looking for a party, tonight’s your night!
In Tupelo:
To kick things off, in Downtown Tupelo, we’re going to have a NYE Street Party! This celebration will feature two live music stages, featuring a diverse lineup of incredible bands, special children-friendly events, a Toyota Corolla giveaway, fireworks, and a ball drop to coincide with the countdown to ring in the New Year. There will be something for everyone! Check out the schedule and lineup here.
The Elvis Presley Birthplace will be hosting David Lee to ring in the new year with Dinner, Party Favors, Champagne Toast At Midnight. For tickets, call 518-307-9691, 205-266-2030, or purchase tickets online.
Steele’s Dive will be hosting a Roaring 20s NYE Bash from 9:00 p.m. until 1:00 a.m.. Dress as a gangster or silent screen star; come as a flapper or come as you are! Admission will be $10 each. Live entertainment will be the Spunk Monkees with Special Guest Misbehavin to keep the party rocking. Steele Magnolia Beard Company will also be on hand, hosting their 1st Annual Beard Contest. Categories Include: Best Full Beard under 6”, Best Full beard 6”+, Longest Beard, Best Partial Beard (Goatee), Best Mustache, Best creative beard (women). A Special Glam Selfie Station will be available for photos, and of course, A Customary Champagne Toast at Midnight!
Mr. Tony’s is hosting Hell’s Heathens from 5:00 p.m. until 3:00 a.m. with both inside and outside events. Inside will be a full bar and live music by Hell’s Heathens,Killjay, and Lick The Tip. Outside, there will be on site tattooing provided by the Body Art Bus, a Bonfire, & Grilled food, inside a 2000 sq. ft. Heated Tent with Acoustic Music, and Drinking Games (Beer Pong, Cornhole, ect.) Also provided with a Full Bar & Smoker Friendly. $10 admission.
The Shade Tree will host a Party on the Patio with live music by Tim D. Sheffield, Vinney C., and Madison Grace Rhodes from 8:30 p.m. until 1:30 a.m.. $15 buys you all the Bud Light Draft you can drink out on the patio!
Woody’s will be hosting a NYE Bash with DJ-E Karaoke and Dance as well as DJ Mike Barnes. The party kicks off at 8 p.m. and lasts until 1 a.m., with a champagne toast at midnight.
Old Venice is hosting a NYE Masquerade Ball with Karaoke starting at 7:00 p.m..
FOOD TRUCKS
Tupelo’s Food Trucks can be found today at the following locations:
If we missed listing an event you know of, let us know!
Want us to know about something coming up? Just tag our Facebook page, or you can even mark us co-host on an event you are having on your Facebook event listing. You can also send us a message on our Facebook page, or shoot us an email at submit@ourtupelo.com and we will help you share it.
Be sure to check out our extended calendar of events as well, for upcoming happenings in the area!
Have a great day and get out there and enjoy Our Tupelo!
* We update all listings periodically as new information becomes available.
