On the EVE of '10

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An arctic blast is about to put the Mid-South in the deep freeze as we head thru the weekend, snow chances Saturday night. 6126, OE, fast food diet. Blue Moon, Tavern, FLUX capaciter.

Later today, it's the Tigers vs the Vols. Watch it on the big screen at Hope.

I can't see Donald Trump letting this happen, the long and sordid story of Tavern.

The DeLorean in "Back to the Future" is up for your bid on E-bay.

What are YOUR "New Year's Eve" plans? Going out? Staying in? I'll be on the road around 3am trying to get to work, so NO drinking and driving, k? Let's be safe, and have fun.

Hope the skies are clear enough for you to see this tonight.




Lindsey and her 6126 line. What?

Going out of business? No way!

A "Professional baby planner?" Do explain.

Okay, I'll bite. "yo quiero Taco Bell." They call it the "Drive through diet." You can even get a coupon for a free Taco, just click here




Have you been following the guy that won "the best job in the world" contest? He's living on the edge! Here's is his blog in case you want to follow what he's been up to!


Do you know who this is?Just me, but if in her situation, I'd be laying low. Much lower that this. >>>>>>>>>>

<<<<<<<<< ...more info is coming out in the untimely death of another actress.



In Daybreak Trivia: What did they call "Times Square" in New York City, BEFORE it was Times Square. And New Year's Day on the Julian calendar.

It's called a "Wintery Mix"

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This morning, Mother Nature is offering up that "Wintery Mix" of precip we've been talking about all week. Mostly rain or sleet this morning, then light rain today. Elmo, Trivia, 2009 Celeb passings. Dunham Cancelled, Swift Single.

A cold light rain should be expected for the rest of the day, before our next blast of arctic air rolls into town tomorrow, bringing with it a slight chance for flurries, then just down right cold for New Years Day and the upcoming weekend.

Looking back at 2009, we lost a number of high profile individuals.

I like this comedian. But I'm not sure Elmo does, anymore.

In Daybreak Trivia: USSR History, and what is Tiger's REAL name? (Speaking of Tiger)

Taylor Swift is single again.

This comes as a shock, I'd have thought this show was going gang busters.

Have you heard about the changes "Graceland" may be seeing?

How NOT to tell someone they no longer have a job.

A big problem with little dogs. Travelling to Atlantic City? Check out these deals.

Can you make a "healthier" burger? Maybe it's in the "toppings."

Winter Transition

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Increasing clouds today across the Mid-South leading our chance for a rain/snow mix overnight. NFL's MNF, Griz, Tigers, Trivia, Charlie.

College basketball recruiters, get in line. Update on Memphis Tigers.

Tough night for the Vikings, NFL last night.

Better night for the Griz. They were on TV, too!

Charlie and Tiger, any comparison? Fall out from Tiger. What's next for Chuck.


Jumping back into the "Stock Market" next year? Good idea or bad?

Speaking of Jumping, this man's living life to its fullest!

On this day in History, Mary Tyler Moore turns 72.


DAYBREAK TRIVIA: Charles Goodyear, and 6 flags.

Welcome back

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Okay... are you "back in the saddle?" The kids are still out, but chances are good your routine is about to return. Here's the weather. Top 10 list, looking back on 2009. Box Office, NFL, airport security. Powerball winner

Unless he bought his ticket in Kentucky, Kris Anderson did NOT win the powerball. The 128 million dollar ticket was sold just outside of Louisville.

On this "Day in History," for your fun facts.

The Big Christmas Blizzard of 2009! Didn't see a flake.

As the year winds down... there will be many "looking back." Here are the "Top 10" stories from one site I frequent.

We lost some amazing people this year. More than you imagined. This list I refer to often during the year.

This is really beginning to tick me off. First it was the guy with the bomb in his shoes. So now, we all have to take our shoes off at the security check in. Now, we have to stay seated for the last hour of the flight. I'm not sure this one makes as much sense. That's serious "knee-jerk" reaction if you ask me. Maybe it's for International flights only.


I'm not taking sides here, but I sure hope they get this worked out, for the kids sake.

Was "Avatar" able to hold on to the #1 spot at the box office over the weekend? The kids took in the "Squeekwel" for the chipmunks Christmas day, good time had by all.


In the "NFL" Sunday... how did your team do? Are the Colts still perfect? Tonight we'll find out if the Vikings can come back, and if the rift between coach and quarterback has been healed.

A friend is "pulling the plug" on his blog, we hate to see him stop.

In Daybreak Trivia this morning:
Cyrano and the "ball drop, in NYC"

Christmas Week

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Merry Christmas everyone....

As you may have noticed, Austen is in for Todd this week.

Todd usually handles this daily "Seen on Daybreak" page, which means content will be limited for this week.

There are a number of fine links you can check just to your left...

I thank both of you for reading this blog, and wish you all a very Merry Christmas and urge you to be safe.

Warming up Mon and Tues, Wet Wednesday, Clearing Thursday, Cooler for Christmas, but that "White Christmas" scenario remains uncertain.

Here's a look back on what the Northeast had to deal with over the weekend.

The Cowboys put an end to the "perfect season" attempt by the Saints.

Weekend!

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Mild again today, but talk of snow flurries, better chances for snow next week, just in time for Christmas. The "Nuggetini," Alexis Grace.


Have you been "Dreaming of a White Christmas"? Well, sometimes, dreams do come true. Early long term forecasts show the Mid-South getting snow on Thursday, Christmas Eve..



Congrats to Taylor Swift, she'll need to build a new trophy case after the year she has had! If you just can't get enough of Taylor, try this.

Good article on Memphis Alexis Grace in the CA this morning.


Are you ready for the change? What if we don't like it? Don't mess with our Pizza!

The story is changing on the boy, the drawing, the cross.


Uh, found this interesting. Wouldn't be surprised if it happens more.

This one is possible, but unlikely, to make it number 14 or 15. I lose count.

Where is the very last place on earth that you would go on vacation?

What's wrong with this picture? Do you have a problem with this boys hair?

Programming note: Medium, pre-empted
tonight for a "St. Jude Special."
It will air at 2:07am on Sunday morning.

This story will take you through a range of emotions. Sadness, outrage, anger, I need to go find my happy place now.

These ladies call it the "Nuggetini" I don't think so.

It's known as "Iceberg 17-B"

Warming up

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We're warming up(a little) under the sun, but get ready for a wild weekend of weather. Colder, slight chances for frozen precip. 787, new car, Pearl Museum, Roy Disney, Tiger tumble.

Why the new "787" is so important.

From the "Miracle on the Hudson" another story develops. A story of love.

So I was out "test driving" a new car yesterday, got around the I-240 loop in about 7 minutes.



He may be the "Athlete of the Decade" but his recent debacle is having a domino effect on the 1.6 billion dollar industry he has led.

You'll notice we've added the "Today in History" link to the "Fun links we recommend" category to your left.



Be sure to check your "Direct Deposit" amount carefully, could be a nice Christmas bonus in there.

Latest on Tiger and Elin, People Magazine says, "it's over."


Best place to work? It's an airline, that you may have flown out of Little Rock or Nashville.

The "Fresh Water Pearl Museum" in Tennessee, know where it is?

Sad news from the world of Disney, Walts nephew has passed.



JT of Millington is the new face of what 'high-end' auto line?

In Daybreak Trivia: the longest running sitcom, and the NFL championship winner.

T-Minus 9 days

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Another Chilly start to your day... slow warm up before NEXT coldfront arrives, texting Santa, Colbert on the cover, Facebook NOT friends. Pastner, NY Times. Globes, Mickey D's, Trivia. Julian?

Today in History! 1773, the Boston Tea Party.

The new way to reach Santa? Are you serious, text message?

Can't be friends on Facebook? This makes sense.

See who's on the cover of "Sports Illustrated?"

Sandra Bullock gets a nomination for a Golden Globe for her work in the "Memphis" move "The Blind Side." Who else?

See who got INK in the New York Times Tuesday?



The "Dreamliner" finally took to the skies Tuesday... often delayed, it's said to be the future for Boeing.

Look who's back, and WHY he's back.


In Daybreak Trivia, we take to the skies, for the first time.

Many restaurants offer free "Wi-Fi" for your PDA. One, that "had been" charging for it, says it will be free next year.

When does WINTER officially arrive? In the Central Time zone, just before noon, Monday, 12/21

Cold Front!

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North winds behind our latest cold front bring a much cooler day ahead to the Mid-South. Sports, Tiger now at 14, Disney. JOBS! Day in history.

BIG BIG NEWS about the Salvation Army Red Kettles... tomorrow, on Daybreak.

NIKE says there are 450 jobs available at their return center.

Conway, Arkansas says there will be jobs available at Hewlett Packard.

AND, GE Aviation in Panola County MS.


Who won last night in MNF? How 'bout the Griz?

Tiger count goes to 14, the latest may surprise you.

Today in History... Genius Walt Disney passed away in 1966. He was 65 years old.

In Daybreak Trivia: we talked about Trivial Pursuit, and the Inventor of Basketball.

Not on Facebook, but curious as to how it works, what it looks like? Check it out.

wet weekend

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Fog this morning, then ANOTHER cold front, another blast of cold air tonight... Heisman, UFC, Taylor's 20. Tigers and Griz, Colts/Saints stay perfect, day in history.

Did you see who won the Heisman Trophy, be sure to tell Alex Coleman "congrats!" next time you see him.

UFC 107, FedEx Forum, did you go?

Also in sports, how did the Tigers do over the weekend?

What about the Grizz, winning on the road, and your favorite NFL team.

Happy Birthday Taylor Swift. She's now 20.

Are you dreaming of a "White Christmas?" Keep dreaming, the chances are slim, but they do remain, even for the Mid-South!

On this day in history....


In Movie news this past weekend.... AND the much anticipated film that opens NEXT weekend.

In Daybreak Trivia: the "Voyager" from Dick Rutan, and the it's known as the "Yellow hammer state."

With Tigers number up to 13, he's now -2 . First major advertiser to say, "no mas."

Warmer weekend

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Another VERY cold start to your day. Temps will climb as we make our way into early next week. Rain is rolling back into town, as well. Steelers, Avatar, moms of the famous, spiral light, Apollo 17, day in history.

Brutally cold in the Northeast.

In the NFL last night, the Steelers had their hands full.

It may be the most expensive movie ever made, and its getting some rave reviews, are you going to see it?

Okay, celebrity experts, time to play: "Who's your mommy?"

Ever wanted to go to a Memphis Grizzlies Basketball game? Tonight MAY be your night, they are offering special "low price" tickets for tonights game at the FedEx Forum.

That wild "Light Show" we talked about yesterday in Moscow? Solved.

The number is now 13, and many are quick to jump to conclusions.


On this day in History, It was 1972, man, lands on the moon for the last time with Apollo 17.

Brrrr....

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It's cold this morning, even colder tonight. Temps will fall to near 20. Tigers Win, Susan Boyle, Tavern on the Green. Daybreak Trivia.

The Big Snow storm continues across the great lakes and the northeast. Learn more about "lake effect snow."




Tigers won last night at the FedEx Forum, and tomorrow night the Grizzlies are back in action, and they have some special, VERY LOW cost tickets on sale for you.

ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY. In 1967:

Singer Otis Redding died at age 26 in the crash of his private plane in Wisconsin.

the "Best" high schools in America? Ever heard of these?

Susan Boyle is making the cash registers sing, and now, she gets to be on stage with her idol.

I really can't believe this is happening, I thought someone would step up and take over.

In Daybreak Trivia, we talk about the first capital of Mississippi.

Falling Temps

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With the rain behind us, get ready for a windy and colder day ahead. At least the sun is shining. How about the Grizz?! Imagine. Hang Ten. Gumbel, Country TOP 10 for the Decade.

Yesterday on Daybreak we had a "John Lennon" trivia question, I mentioned my recent trip there with my daughter. You can see it here.

How Kris Anderson spent his weekend. Catch a wave, dude.

Surprise announcement from Bryant Gumbel.

Hey Country Music fans... who is in your "Top Ten" for the decade?

Here's another "Top Ten" list, for "over rated foods."

More on the Grizz and the big win last night against LeBron and Shaq and the Cavs.

A big thanks to Kris for finding this deal on those zhu zhu rats.

It comes to you via www.etoys.com

I often find Mr Anderson shopping here for the latest deals.

In Daybreak Trivia: the statue of David. Who did it.

Wild Weather

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The next several days will offer up some "wild" weather here in the Mid-South. MNF, the Michael Jackson painting, Valerie! Trivia, Tiger count now 10. Space Tickets

Wet today, windy tonight, clearing windy and colder tomorrow.

Last night in MNF in the NFL, how did Michael Oher's team (from the Blind Side) do?


Did you see the painting Michael Jackson had commissioned?

My first crush, and how she's doing today.

In DAYBREAK TRIVIA: name the 2 japanese cities, and Mark David Chapmans favorite book.

Ready to vote? It's for the design that will be on the Birthday Cake for Elvis, for his 75 birthday. You get to choose one of the four. Here's my choice:



What's the latest on Tiger? What's the count up to? There is breaking news out of Windemere FL this morning.

Bet first class is not optional here.

I've been to a couple of "fancy hotels" but these are pretty much out of my price range.

Countdown to Christmas

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Wacky weather returns to the Mid-South this week. MS Snow. Liberty bowl invites. TRIVA. Tiger count: 7. Box Office Surprise? College football "Bowl" matchups. Vaccine Info and Toy Safety

On Daybreak this morning: Mississippi H1N1 Vaccine Info

Arkansas H1N1 Vaccine Info

Tennessee H1N1 Vaccine Info

PIRG's Dangerous Toy List

W.A.T.C.H. Worst Toy List

We mentioned SNOW for parts of Mississippi Friday night, check here for snowfall totals.


Who will be playing in the Liberty Bowl this year?

And the rest of the bowl match ups, including the big one.


Quick look at the NFL from the weekend. A look at the "Geezer" bowl.


Thinking about checking out Lebron and Shaq when they come to town to face the Grizzlies tomorrow night? Break out the Check book, this one is going to set you back.

The count is now up to "seven." And this last one is going to surprise you.


In DAYBREAK TRIVIA we remember Pearl Harbor, and Kennedy Center Honors. (Here is a local story, with regards to Pearl Harbor.) Pearl Harbor Trivia help.

At the Box Office this weekend, after two weeks at number 2, the "Blind Side" is now # 1 .

Giving a ranking for cruise ships. "Moms Night Out" at Lollipops tonight.