Made it!

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That's right, we've made it to another Friday, and that means WEEKEND! Some good weather ahead for the weekend too! A Warmer weather pattern is shaping up! Cloudy this morning, but clearing for this afternoon.

Not a good weekend for New England... here's the latest on their Nor'easter windy snowstorm.

It's "Soup Sunday" and it's this weekend at the FedExForum, to benefit "Youth Villages.

Be looking for a special "Guest Weatherman" tonight for your forecast at the "Riverkings!" You can see him here, if you just can't wait!




Meet the crew of the Shuttle Discovery,
currently set to launch for the Int'l Space Station, April 5th.




$300, 2 times this morning on Daybreak 6-7am!
(More chances to win next week, thru March 3rd!)

Here's an update on one of my favorite Actresses.



He's come up with a new word, to describe what he's doing at the Olympics, It's called: "Vancouverage"








In Daybreak Trivia: He was born on this day in Kingsland, Arkansas, 1932. That's all you get.
and... Capital of Texas!

Very Cold Start

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Crisp, Clear and COLD this morning in the Mid-South. But Dry!

We're still watching the approaching LOW from the west to see how where the rain/snow mix may land Friday.

Here's what the Northeast is bracing for:




Don't forget: $300, 2 times, in the 6-7am hour!


In honor of "Black History Month," In his own words, from Bill Cosby.

This mornings "Bright Spot" needs your help. Markova mentioned a link you can go to help. Here it is. Go there to vote for Bria.



In Daybreak Trivia: The third human to walk on the surface of the Moon was -- during the Apollo 12 Mission, and it was 1919, when the president signed into law, designating this place as a National Park. It's a biggy.



Have you seen this guy? Used to be on "Growing Pains" but has dropped out of site.


Here's an interesting twist, guess who'll be the voice of "Speedy Gonzalez" in a new movie?

Half way home

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Another blast of cold air is moving into the Mid-South today. Temperatures will struggle to get back to 40, with north winds gusting, a chilly day ahead. Looks like the Northeast is about to get hit again.




How did the Grizzlies do last night against Kobe and the Lakers?

Tonight it's the Tigers turn at the FedExForum.


My friend Cindy sent some great pictures that have a way of making me feel old, but I thought I'd share a couple of them with you, these guys look familiar?
(click on the pictures to learn more)



How about these guys, they were in the biggest movie of all time, during their day.

In Daybreak Trivia: How many US Presidents have been impeached? and a what's new in the Aztec empire.

$300, 2 times each weekday morning
on daybreak, 6-7am!

Free Pankcakes!

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Another blast of cold air heading our way, don't look for a warm up anytime soon!

Should you be concerned about the next storm rolling in from the Southwest? This could make it into the record books for Texas.



It's PANCAKE Day at IHOP! Here's how it works

Did you see this on "60 Minutes" Sunday night? The "Bloom Box?"


What's next for the Tiger Woods PR machine?

Fans of the show "Growing Pains" may want to take a look at this. One of the actors, is missing.

A missing camera, turns up more than a year later from the bottom of the ocean, and digital card was not damaged. What an incredible story.

In Daybreak Trivia this morning: It was on this day in 1954, that the polio vaccine was given to a group of kids in what city?

AnD this famous picture, where was this flag planted?

Drying out, colder

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Our spell of fantastic weather has come crashing to an end. More than an inch of rain Sunday. While the rain may be done for a while, the cold air has returned, and will be hanging around for the remainder of the week. More than 10 degrees below normal.

Welcome home Shuttle Endeavour. Landing last night at KSC about 9:20 Memphis time. What a great mission. Only four shuttle launches left as the ISS is nearly complete.

On Daybreak this morning, I mentioned "Severe Weather Awareness Week." Here is some helpful information.

Who was "Tops" at the Box office this past weekend? The Answer may scare you.
How did YOUR driver do in California over the weekend? It looks like a familiar face is back in the winners circle. Latest NASCAR.

It's been 30 years since the famous: "Do you believe in miracles?" YES! Well, the boys are at it again, with a big upset of the home-town favorites.
In Daybreak Trivia: What president was the first to make an address over the radio? AND How many launches was each space shuttle designed to withstand?

If I said I had some news on "Tiger," there would be little doubt in your mind who I was referring to, right? Well, the Dalai Lama has some advice for the Tiger.

You've made it

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Maybe it's because I haven't felt the best this week, but time seems to slow down on the weeks you are not 100%. That being said, I'm thrilled to welcome you to Friday, with some FANTASTIC weather to boot.

It's another "Get out and enjoy it while you can" kinda days, since rain is back by Sunday, maybe even a Thundershower, we'll be watching!

The hatches have been closed, as the Shuttle Endeavour will "un-dock" from the I.S.S. tonight (around 7PM) and land at KSC Sunday morning, (9:15am ish our time)



Went to visit "LIFEBLOOD" in DeSoto County Thursday... Where were you!??! Lifeblood would love to see you, stop in, tell 'em "Todd sent ya!" and they will take VERY good care of you!

In the sports world today, many eyes will be on Jacksonville, FL. Well, Ponte Vedra, just out side of Jax, that's the PGA's world head quarters and later this morning the worlds top golfer will have a few things to say.

I'm finding it hard to believe that this is true. One of my favorite shows, and one of the most popular out there right now.

This is already at the top of my wish list for Christmas. Please, Santa? You can also bring me that HGTV dream home I've been diligently registering for every day for the past month. I know it's like in New Mexico, or Arizona but it still looks pretty cool. I'm just going to say it's on a mountain top in the desert Southwest.

In Daybreak Trivia, an anniversary, of the first american person to "ORBIT" the earth. This guy look familiar? He went and flew on STS-95 at the age of 77! Senator from Ohio... please... this one is too easy!

It's a Beautiful day!

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No better way to start your day than with $300. We give you not one, but TWO chances to claim that cash in the 6-7am hour.

What a day. A chilly start, but then warming up nicely, rain chances return WAY too soon. So get out there and enjoy todays weather to its fullest.


The "Tiger" is about to say a few words (tomorrow morning) but he's not taking questions. Many say this is his first step into getting back to work.

It appears to be "Feast" or "Famin" for the Mid-South when it comes to "A.I." This year, a drought.

After what appears to be a very successful trip into space, the crew of the Space Shuttle Endeavour are packing up and getting ready to come home. They will "un-dock" from the Int'l Space Station Friday, and are due home Sunday, weather permitting. They took a call Thursday, from the commander in chief.

In DAYBREAK TRIVIA: who founded the controversial religion known as "Scientology?"

Warming up?

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At least the sun is back out today! Low 40's today, but near 50 tomorrow. Keep in mind, NORMAL for this time of year is 55 and 36. I crave normal!

HUGE traffic tie-up from overnight. A 18-wheeler gas transport and an SUV hooked up before midnight, it shut down I-55 from Stateline to the junction in both directions. We are on the scene and helping you get around this.

 

$300, 2 times this morning between 6 and 7am!

Was out sick Tuesday, many thanks for Austen TCB while I was away.


Monday morning early, where you with us when we chatted with crewmembers of the shuttle Endeavour, LIVE from space? How cool is that. This is Mission Specialist Robert Behnken, from just up the road in Missouri, his second time around as a space-walker for Endeavour and the Int'l Space Station. It's nearing completion with the Tranquility mode and cupola.



In DAYBREAK TRIVIA this morning, Suyez Canal and on this date for this guy.

Monday

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A little snow and ice fell last night in the Mid-South, as far as I can tell, so far, problems are minimal.

$300 "2 times" this morning from 6-7am,
watch for your "Cue" to call and win.

Chatting it up with the Shuttle Endeavour this morning, live from Space, they've attached the "Tranquility" module with a viewing platform.

Grizzlies and Tigers

Then there is NASCAR and the "Daytona 500" which took "f o r e v e r" yesterday. Jamie McMurray held off a "hard charging" Dale Jr, to win.

Friday!

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Thanks for hanging with us... yesterday was a tough day here at the plant with technical issues. We're on early this morning, (4AM!) to keep you covered on what's going on with the snow. Austen is in Hernando, Melissa is downtown, and Candace is in Oxford.

All morning long, I've been sharing with you (and Corie too!) traffic cameras out of Jackson, MS
Here's the link in case you want to play along.

We are still watching for a chance of snow to our south. A few flurries possible here.


Still watching closely what's happening to our south.

Winter Storm Warnings are up for the Jackson, MS area. 3-6 inches of snow possible with this latest storm for them. I think most of the heavy stuff will be WELL south of Memphis.





$300 "2 times" this morning between 6 and 7am.



Be sure to check in with Rock 103 and the Radio-a-thon for the Ronald McDonald House.

Listen to this message from Bad Dog, as you read this.

Join us MONDAY MORNING on Daybreak 5:15am... as we talk "LIVE" with crew members of the Space Shuttle Endeavour as they are docked with the Int'l Space Station. That's one big "long distance" phone call!

More Snow?

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Thanks for your patience this morning, we are back to normal (as near as can be) Be watching for Kris Anderson's "Does it work" tonight at 10, and Keli Rabon's Investigation into buying security badges.

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Seems like there is still snow on the ground from Monday, and already there is another threat of 1-3 inches across parts of north Mississippi tonight and tomorrow. Use I-40 as your dividing line, along and south of I-40, the best chances for more snow.

Here's a re-cap of what happened here Monday.

Today's forecast is still cold, and just getting ready for tonight.

Here's an early look at what may be coming your way, Mississippi:n According to the folks at the NWS office in Jackson, they are keeping all the snow to themselves. Click on this map for the latest.

Mid-Week

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It's cold, but dry here in the Mid-South, and that's a start. Wind Chills this morning will be near 10, and we won't be warming up til the weekend. We're watching another chance for snow by Thursday night/Friday. (the Best snow chances will be along and south of I-40. This will be 1-2" for north MS) Continue to be careful on the roadways today for stray ice.

Don't forget, $300, two times on Daybreak Monday-Friday between 6-7am.
Watch and Listen for your "Cue" to call in and win. Good Luck!

Next Monday morning... be watching Daybreak by 5:25am. I have a surprise for you. Especially those fans of the Space Shuttle program.... you're gonna love this. Endeavour and the Space Station hooked up just before midnight last night, getting ready to attach a tranquility module, and a cupula. A viewing platform for experiment on the ISS.


Past couple of days have been most busy following the snow and ice and closings and such. Today feels like it's going to be a good day, a bit calmer.

Nothing CALM about this guy. I guess this is what happens when you push weathermen to the limit.

Meet the winner of a recent lottery. $141 mill, becomes $47 Mil take home.

Do you remember the story we did about "Will marry for Insurance?" Guess how many proposals she received.

Earthquake this morning about 45 miles outside of Chicago. A 4.3.

Busy, busy busy

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It's been a busy past couple of days here at the plant, to say the least. Our wintery mix is about to come to an end, then windy and much colder. Watch for ice through out the day.

Thought I'd leave you with a few of the pictures sent in... these among the hundreds you took the time to take and share... many thanks.

DENNY'S is doing their "Free Grand Slam" breakfast today. If you want to wait in line!

Geaux Saints!

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First... a huge congratulations to all of you Saints fans....
if you are able to wake up this morning..

and...

Second... it's snowing. I mean, Winter Storm Warning 3-5 inches of snow kinda Monday.

I'll be busy tracking the weather this morning, and will try to update here as much as possible.

It's going to be an interesting morning, because most of this snow was forecast to our north, and it has now moved in here.

Super Weekend

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Rain ending today, but maybe an icy mix over night, another blast of cold air moving in Monday, another chance for ice/snow early Tuesday.

$300, two times this morning on Daybreak. Between 6-7am.

It's time. Time to stand up and be counted and make your decision as to who you think will win the Superbowl, which you will be watching on News Channel 3 and WREG for most of Sunday.

It's the emotional story of the talented underdog Saints, post-Katrina, first time in the "Big game" against the fine tuned machine known as the Colts with Peyton Manning as their general.

This is going to be fun, because even Colts fans can't be too disappointed if the Saints win, let's just hope for a great, close game.

Be happy you are not Archie Manning.

With that said... Here's where "Team Daybreak" brings to the table:


Those thinking the Colts are going to win, include:

Todd, Corie and Kris. Our photographer Greg Tate, Producers Richard and Rachel, Audio Denise, Tape editor Gary, Floor crew member Patrick and Master Control's John Lee.



Those who think the Saints are going win:

Markova, Melissa Moon, Candace McCowan, Producer Eric, Director Ed, Chyron Eddie, Floor Crew Antoine and Ryan. Our Assistant News Director Bob Noonan, is from New Orleans, and was even at the game with Minnesota.

Hope he's not "on call" Sunday. You can see him leading the parade on "Live at 9" this morning, you'll have to check this out.

Those that really don't care:
Ethel, Joel, (and Kris, who initially chose the Dolphins)

Our Daybreak Trivia: What else, Superbowl stuff. Which franchise has the most Superbowl Victories.

Houston is in town tonight to face the Grizzlies at the FedEx forum.

Rain returns

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It's a cold rain for the Mid-South today. Rain that will likely linger through the day. Temps will hold in the lower 40's this afternooon, and in the upper 30's overnight.

As if I need to remind you, $300, 2 times this morning, between 6 and 7am.

What's the latest with the Griz? How'd the Tigers Do?

Oh, it's ON. "ON like Donkey Kong!"

It the TIGER done with "Re-hab?" Ready to return to work?


Folks are still talking about the "Memphis Themed" movie the "Blind Side" and its Oscar nominations!


Like to try different types of BBQ? This joint may just have the answer for your hunger.

In Daybreak Trivia: Patty Hearst. It's a "on this day back in what year" kind of question for you this morning. Further reading of "what she's doing now."

You may have noticed that Memphis Int'l has a new control tower being built. Here you can get up close at the construction. Toward the "top middle" of the screen, there is a "Time Lapse" button, I urge you to click it.

TOMORROW: Be looking for the SuperBowl picks from "Team Daybreak."

Mid week

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While chilly, today will likely be one of the nicer days of the week... Rain returns for Thur/Fri and still a slight chance for snow Friday night, but I think it will be more to our north.

Just days away from our latest Space Shuttle Launch... currently set for the early morning hours of February 7th. If all goes according to plan, I will have some exciting news for you fans of space travel, be here on Monday for the announcement.

Grizzlies were on the road last night, how'd they fare against King James?


In case you missed it, Sandra Bullock AND her film "The Blind Side" have been nominated for Oscars. Make your picks before the March 7th announcement of the winners. Not everyone agrees on "Film of the year" selection.





One of my favorite places to "search" is on Google. They have the "Norman Rockwell" theme going today. The man was simply "spot on" in capturing the emotions of our country, and sharing them on many magazine covers. Born on this day 116 years ago.






In Daybreak Trivia: It's simply known as the "day, the music died." We're taking you to Clear Lake, Iowa for this tragedy. Our question this morning, "who else" was in that plane, on that very cold, tragic night?

Here's a breakdown of the song, Don McLean wrote, memorializing the event forever.