I will be out for the Thanksgiving holiday...best wished to all...back by end of week! Here's an old riddle...why did the turkey join the band? Of course, I'm talking about Perry.....' [...] read the full story
Thanksgiving News
Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas
Regular readers of my blog over the past several years know that this is the time of year when I don’t do a lot of posting because of a heavy work schedule up until Christmas. So, before I go on hiatus, I just wanted to thank everyone for reading and... read the full story
The health care reform bill cleared a key procedural hurdle and is headed for a post-Thanksgiving debate. The Obama administration's focus has turned to two moderate Maine Republicans since two centrists have said they oppose the public option. The bill would expand... read the full story
Photo by ohad* . Leaves have fallen and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. You know what that means -- turkey! Also, it's time to get back to the hardwood. Welcome to the first edition of The Hi-Lo, DCist's new roundup of the week that was in DMV college hoops.... read the full story
Violinist Viviane Hagner As you might expect, there is not all that much to hear this week, with the Thanksgiving holiday and all. But you can give thanks for the chance to hear a few good concerts. MONDAY: >> Catch the final performance of Mozart's La Finta... read the full story
For the holidays, tour a home, view a vintage car
The Broken Arrow Historical Society is hosting a Sunday event over the Thanksgiving weekend that has nothing to do with eating, power shopping or watching sporting events. read the full story
City Hall to take fourth furlough day
City Hall will be closed Wednesday as city workers take their fourth furlough day ahead of the regular Thanksgiving holiday Thursday and Friday. read the full story
Pedway, First Store Open At Block 37
Conceptual Art of Block 37 via In spite of yesterday's ruling that stripped control of the beleaguered Block 37 project from its developer, the project will see the first store opening today after the city gave the project the green light, according to Crain's .... read the full story
Third Round Football Playoff Matchups Set
Here's the places you'll be headed the day after Thanksgiving if you're off to watch South Johnston or Princeton play in the third round of the NCHSAA prep football playoffs. 3-AA Eastern Regional Semifinal Douglas Byrd (9-4) at South Johnston (12-1) 1-A Western... read the full story
Heels to play in Puerto Rico next season
North Carolina will be packing its bags the week before Thanksgiving next season, too. The Tar Heels will be one of eight teams participating in the Puerto Rico Tip-Off; they will play Nov. 18, 19 and 21. They will be joined by Davidson, Hofstra, Minnesota,... read the full story
The Weekly Feed: Experimentation Edition
Photo by NatalieMaynor Dish of the Week: Sweet potato casserole Thanksgiving... foodie holiday... blah blah blah. But of course, it is my favorite holiday, not just because of the food, but because of the focus on family. My mother is a fantastic cook. She makes the... read the full story
EaterWire: SF Mag Launches Anew Online, Fox on Martha, More!
TELEVISION—Today, Jeremy Fox was on Martha Stewart, helping the ex-con prepare a vegetarian Thanksgiving dinner. That is all. [EaterWire] LAUNCHES & RELEASES—Have you seen the online facelift that San Francisco Magazine received today? Hubba hubba. And if... read the full story
Ruling the Thanksgiving table with a well-prepared side-dish. That’s what the holiday is all about. And, sure, “thankfulness.” But everybody is thankful when the slop brought to the feast is delicious. While putting this week's food feature... read the full story


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