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The Rundown March 29th

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Good Friday Morning, and welcome to the Rundown! This episode of The Rundown is brought to you by your locally owned Jimmy John’s (501 South Gloster St, Tupelo, MS). Today is Friday, March 29th, 2019 and it is the 88th day of the year. There are 277 days left in this year. Summer is in 84 days and Easter will be in 23 days.

Weather Outlook

Let us take a look at WTVA – The Weather Authority forecast for the day:

Food Truck

Taquería Ferrus is beside Computer Universe on W. Main 11:00 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 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 Tacos al Pastor & Classic Cheeseburgers as the specials! 615-337-2660 & Gypsy Roadside Mobile 11:00 a.m.-2:oo p.m.
Jos Cafe will be at the NMMC Wellness Center walking track at 990 South Madison Street 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Southern Bugz will be on North Gloster across from Outback Steakhouse (Tupelo, MS) 12:00-7:00 p.m.
#CityThrift #PhotoContest

Contests

This week’s Photo Contest is “Thrift Store/Yard Sale Find”. Just as the warm weather brings flowers so does it bring yard selling and thrift store shopping! Hop over to the post and see what has been found or show off your thrifty prized possession.

Today, around Noon, we will be announcing the winner of the tickets to the Jason Isbell & the 400 Unit Concert at BancorpSouth Arena on March 31st. A random lucky winner will win these tickets. You have to like, share, and tag on the post to win. Find the post here https://m.facebook.com/ThisisOurTupelo/photos/a.492697817733227/817440061925666/?type=3. You still have time to enter!
Our next giveaway is 2 tickets to the Old Dominion Concert at BancorpSouth Arena on April 13th. Find the post here https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=828015447534794&id=439634659706210 . Like, share, and tag for your chance to win. Like Our Tupelo and BancorpSouth Arena Facebook pages. A winner will be chosen on April 12th at Noon. This is a great event. You have 2 weeks to enter. Let your friends know so they can have a chance too.
OurTupelo Is applying for the FedEx Small Business Grant this year. We need votes! Please share and vote! Here is the link http://ow.ly/assi50nN5z0. It only takes a minute and we thank you in advance!

Today & Tonight

Tai Chi Chih Weekend Workshop at NMMC Wellness Center 1:00-5:00 p.m.
The Toyota Family Learning program with Families First For Mississippi is at Walmart Tupelo – N Gloster St 3:00-5:00 p.m. Dr. Seuss will be there as they promote family literacy throughout Lee County.
The Great Benjamins Circus at Mall of Barnes Crossing @ 4:30 & 7:00 p.m.
Kid’s Night by Party in the Art Room at Link Centre 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Tammy Wynette Event Center Proudly Presents “An Evening of Family Friendly Entertainment & Dining” in Tremont @ 5:30 p.m.
Ole Miss Softball vs Florida @ 6:00 p.m.
Kid’s Night Out at Journey Church 6:15-10:00 p.m.
Blue Tie Affair benefiting Health Care Foundation of North Mississippi at The Summit Center 7:00-11:00 p.m.
***Arc of Northeast Mississippi is having an Open House and Membership Drive on April 1st at Our Art Works, 603 Clayton Ave., Tupelo, MS 38801. RSVP Cheryl Falzone @ 662-397-0097.
*** Arc of Northeast Mississippi is having an event on April 1st at Rebelanes 5:30-7:00 p.m. RSVP to reserve your place on a team at 662-222-1850. Only $5.oo per bowler. Proceeds will help Arc in the Park on May 25th. An Annual Disability Awareness Picnic presented by ARC of Northeast Mississippi & @Oren Dunn City Museum.

Live Music

The Natchez Tracers at Blue Canoe @ 9:30-11:45 p.m.
Spunk Monkees at Steele’s Dive @ 9:00 p.m.
Sean Austin Acoustic at Legends Sports Grille @ 8:30-11:30 p.m.
Open Mic Night at The Shed @ 8:00 p.m.
Bob Ray at Stables Tupelo @ 9:00-11:45 p.m.
South of Memphis at Lep’s BBQ @ 7:30 p.m.
DJ-E Karaoke at Old Venice Pizza Co. – Tupelo @ 8:00 p.m.
Family Night Karaoke at Montgomery’s On Main @ 7:00 p.m.
Chance Stanley at Sydnei’s Grill & Catering 7:30-10:00 p.m.
Hannah+Karly at SMITH 8:30-11:45 p.m.
Liz Cooper & the Stampede at Proud Larry’s @ 8:oo p.m.
Jason Childers at Nautical Whimsey 7:00-11:00 p.m.
Seed Tick Road at Forklift 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Help Wanted

Want to show how well you can navigate the maze of Tupelo Streets and make some nice cash at the same time? The locally owned Jimmy John’s (501 South Gloster St, Tupelo, MS) can help with that. Not only do you get tips and mileage daily, but you can also make up to $10.25/hour after 30 days. They are looking for good drivers and in-store employees who want to become part of their JJ family and rock out the freak yeah delivery! You can apply in person- 501 S. Gloster Tupelo MS or send your resume to JJTupelo@gmail.com. Any questions, call up to the store and ask for a manager, (662)269-3234. Just let them know that our OurTupelo sent you.

Be Kind/Give Back

Sanctuary Hospice Home Hospice is needing volunteers in all counties to sit in for caregivers. Caregivers have to leave the house sometimes for any number of reasons. They need someone to sit with their loved one while they are out. Contact Susan at 662-844-2111 to volunteer.

On This Day

National Mom & Pop Business Owner Day! “Mom and Pop” is a term for a small, independent, usually family-owned, controlled, and operated business. So, today go and visit your favorite place. Let them know you appreciate them. What is your favorite Mom and Pop place? Is is an eatery, store, or hangout?
National Lemon Chiffon Cake Day! A chiffon cake is very light made with vegetable oil, eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder, and flavorings. It is a combination of both batter and sponge type cakes. Chiffon cakes will not get hard when put in the refrigerator. Today, go out and devour some lemony sweetness!
National Credit Education Month! Credit Professionals International and the Credit Education Resources Foundation sponsor National Credit Education Month every March to remind consumers of the importance of developing the skills needed to manage their finances efficiently and effectively. How is your credit? What are you doing to restore it or maintain it?
Famous Birthdays- Elle Macpherson turns 55. Wille Taylor is 38 John Tyler (1790-1862) David Crosby is 32. Brendan Gleeson turns 64. Scott Wilson (1942-2018) Toms Wilson is 25. Raul De Molina turns 60. Lou Henry Hoover (33rd President Herbert Hoover’s Wife 1974-1944) Justin Tuck is 36. Pearl Bailey (1918-1990) Sam Walton (1918-1992) Cy Young (1867-1955) Are we missing anyone? Maybe yours? Let us know so we can help you celebrate!
Word of the Day: Sangschaw is a competitive festival of song and poetry.
Quote of the Day: Challenges are what make life interesing overcoming them is what makes them meaningful. -Unknown
That’s what I can find for today, but if you have something else you know about, or have an upcoming event you are interested in promoting, please message us or drop it in a comment below. We are going to be making some announcements so stay tuned and don’t miss out.
Thanks, everyone, and have a friendly Friday!

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