Overnight Raleigh’s Police Chief released a statement about the looting and destruction that occurred last night in downtown Raleigh. The statement is below.
Rescheduled 2021 Concert Tour Dates!
We have all experienced the 2020 heartbreak when it comes to summer concerts. But, here are a few of your summer concert favorites to look forward to next year!… Continue Reading
Burger Day Deals!
June is National Burger Month…turns out 3 days before we celebrate the meaty patty’s for a whole month they get a special day too! Today 5/28 is International Burger Day! Also, fun fact! National Today ranks Raleigh/Durham at the 6th Most Burger Loving City in America!
Check out this list compiled by Offers.com for FREE or DISCOUNTED Burgers around town today!
Burger 21: Celebrate one of America’s favorite foods with a $3 Burger 101 ($6.99 value). Valid on May 28, 2020 only. One offer per person.
Carl’s Jr.: For a limited time only, buy one Western Bacon Cheeseburger or Famous Star With Cheese and get the other one for $1.
Epic Burger: Just in time for National Hamburger Day, download the Epic Burger app and get $5 free after your first purchase.
Five Guys: When placing your Five Guys order on their app or website, they will waive the delivery fees.
Hardees: For a limited time only, buy one Western Bacon Cheeseburger or Famous Star With Cheese and get the other one for $1.
Jack in the Box: From May 28 through June 1, get 20% off your Jack in the Box order when using their mobile app.
Johnny Rockets To celebrate National Hamburger Day, Johnny Rockets is having a contest. Submit your idea for a great burger and you could win free burgers for a year. The winner will be announced on Thursday, May 28—National Hamburger Day. Also, join Rocket E-Club to get a free burger with purchase.
McDonald’s: When ordering on the McDonald’s app, get $1 off large fries or $0.99 any size premium-roast coffee or iced coffee. First-time app users get free medium fries. No purchase necessary when you download and register on the app.
Ruby Tuesday: Order online through the month of May and receive 15% off the entire order.
Steak ’n Shake: Reward members receive double points on their entire purchase on National Hamburger Day, May 28. A variety of specials are currently being offered at Steak ’n Shake including the $4 Double Steak Burger & Milkshake, a family four-pack for $19.99, free fries available for all drive-thru orders, and Half Price Happy Hour: all shakes and drinks are half off on weekdays from 2 p.m. until 5 p.m.
Smashburger: On May 28 only, guests who purchase a Smoked Bacon Brisket Burger will receive another Brisket Burger for only $1!
Wendy’s: Receive a free breakfast Baconator with any breakfast purchase when using Wendy’s app.
Jax Interviews NestFresh Eggs
May is National Egg Month and Jax talked with Donn Paul from NestFresh Eggs to celebrate!… Continue Reading
I Found My Soulmate?
If you’re like me, and you spend an embarrassing amount of time on TikTok, by now you’ve seen the soulmate drawings. If you haven’t, let me explain…a “psychic artist” on Etsy will “draw your soulmate”. The only information they ask is your full name and birthday and in 24 HOURS they send you back a sketch of your soulmate. Insanity. Absolutely so stupid, but of course I did it for the blog. Essentially, I paid for it so you don’t have to! Hahaha
(Let me just say that I absolutely do believe in psychics and mediums and other people with greater intelligence and “powers”. I believe fully that some people do have the ability to see into the future, tell your fortune, speak to the dead, all of it. I do not, however, think that the person I gave 30 bucks to on Etsy has those powers, I just thought it would be some entertainment.)
So I gave them the money and waited for my email.
THIS is what they sent me…..
“The person revealed as being your soulmate is a man who ranks highest in conscientiousness, is efficient, well-organized, dependable and self-sufficient. He prefers to plan things in advance and aim for high achievement.
He is a man in constant search for greatness in all aspects of his life: he only listens to very good music, eats great food, loves with all his heart and he will fully commit only to his soulmate.
He likes to take his actions to an end and never leaves unfinished tasks.
He loves cooking and food in general and has a fine taste when it comes to flavors. He is an excellent chef, if he wants. He will enjoy being in charge with this, when it comes to receiving friends and family.
Your soulmate likes to have a flawless image. He will often take you shopping for a new shirt or a pair of pants. (*looks down at my ripped jeans as I type this*) He treasures how he looks in front of others.
Please be aware that opening the path for your drawing is the equivalent of turning the face of the universe to your soul. The information you received is confidential and you should not release to any other soul because the consequences could lead to an energy blockage of your aura and it will interfere with the connection between you and him. (WHOOPS LOL)
Right now, your vibration levels aren’t aligned and calibrated towards each other and it could take 9 months before you will meet each other. (BOOOO)
If you want to learn more about how to calibrate your vibrations and accelerate the entire process, please check my eBook”
AND THEN THEY LINKED ME TO THEIR BOOK!! LOLLLLLLL SCAM ALERT. And the moment we’ve all been waiting for, HERE is my soulmate drawing!
To me, he looks like Nick Bateman the Instagram model. But alright.
My review: scam…but a fun scam…but def a scam.
DRIVE-THRU FAIR FOOD DAYS!
DRIVE-THRU FAIR FOOD DAYS!
Weekend One: May 22-25, 2020
Weekend Two: May 29-31, 2020
Hours: 12-8 p.m.
CASH ONLY
Join the State Fairgrounds in Raleigh for a kick-off to summer with some delicious fair treats.
Enter the fairgrounds parking area off Trinity Road and order from your car. To maintain social distancing, please remain in your vehicle. Servers will come to you.
Please make sure you go to the ATM prior to arriving. There will not be an ATM accessible at the Fairgrounds.
NOW, ON TO THE MENU…
Menu (CASH ONLY) for Weekend One
(menu could change for weekend two)
Funnel Cakes: $6
Deep Fried Oreos: $5
Deep Fried Snickers: $5
Fresh Squeezed Lemonade 32oz: $4
Bottled Water: $2
Candy Apple: $3
Candy Apple with Nuts: $4
Cotton Candy: $5
Tropical Delights Smoothies (strawberry, pina colada, peach)
Pineapple Cup: $10
Regular Cup: $5
Dole Whip Float: $7
Dole Whip Cup: $5
New Flying Rules from the TSA
5/21: The Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) issued the following info about updated rules & regulations when flying. They also disclosed that 590 TSA employees have tested positive for Covid-19 HOWEVER none of those cases came from the RDU Airport.
TSA Response to COVID-19
TSA understands that the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to weigh heavily on the minds of travelers and the general public. We have established this webpage to provide resources and information to assist passengers who find they must travel during this challenging time. TSA remains dedicated to our mission of ensuring that travelers get to their destinations as safely and securely as possible. For the latest press releases and statements related to COVID-19, please visit our media page.
Traveling During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Travelers are reminded to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel and prevention guidance regarding COVID-19. This includes practicing good hygiene, such as washing your hands regularly. In addition to those CDC recommendations, travelers are encouraged to wash their hands directly before and after completing the security screening process and that you place personal items such as wallets, keys or phone in your carry-on property that will be screened through the X-ray system. You may wear a facemask during the screening process, but a TSA officer may ask the traveler to adjust the face covering at any point during the screening process.
Employees or travelers who believe they may have been in contact with a person who has COVID-19 should consult with their healthcare provider. Employees or travelers who have tested positive for COVID-19 should seek medical attention and follow the guidance of their healthcare provider and local health department.
Security Checkpoints
While security is TSA’s top priority, the health and safety of our employees and the traveling public is of utmost importance to us. TSA remains in close communication with medical professionals, the CDC, and various government agencies as we continue to carry out our important mission.
Below are some adjustments TSA has made at security screening checkpoints in response to the COVID-19 pandemic:
- Passenger Volumes
TSA is consolidating its screening operations to adjust for reduced flight and passenger volumes. Impacted security checkpoints may close as a result, so passengers may be redirected to other security screening checkpoints at the airport. View a comparison of TSA checkpoint screening numbers for 2019 and 2020.
- Social Distancing
TSA has implemented procedures to increase social distancing and reduce direct contact between our employees and the traveling public whenever possible – all without compromising security. Adjustments include metering passengers to increase the distance between individuals as they enter the security checkpoint queue, placing visual reminders of appropriate spacing on checkpoint floors, and staggering the use of lanes in the security checkpoint where feasible.
- Cleaning and Disinfecting
TSA has issued guidance to frontline employees to conduct routine cleaning and disinfecting of frequently touched surfaces and security screening equipment at the TSA security checkpoint. Other steps we are taking to make the security process safer include using a fresh pair of gloves upon passenger’s request and using new Explosives Trace Detection swabs for each person.
- Medical Exemption for Hand Sanitizer
TSA is allowing one liquid hand sanitizer container, up to 12 ounces per passenger, in carry-on bags until further notice. Since these containers exceed the standard allowance typically permitted through a checkpoint, they will need to be screened separately. This will add some time to your checkpoint screening experience. Please keep in mind that all other liquids, gels, and aerosols brought to a checkpoint continue to be limited to 3.4 ounces or 100 milliliters carried in one quart-size bag. Learn about TSA’s special procedures for traveling with medication.
- Expired Driver’s License and REAL ID Extension
If your driver’s license or state-issued ID expired on or after March 1, 2020, and you are unable to renew at your state driver’s license agency, you may still use it as acceptable identification at the checkpoint. TSA will accept expired driver’s licenses or state-issued ID a year after expiration. DHS recently announced an extension of time to obtain a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license. The new deadline is October 1, 2021. Learn more on TSA’s REAL ID webpage.
WATERMELON SUGAR
OH….MY………GOODNESS.
HARRY EDWARD STYLES.
Guys, truly, I cannot form a sentence. He’s so beautiful…it’s so beautiful. He really didn’t have to do this to us. The way that I screamed. The way he ran his finger down the watermelon? The direct eye contact? I’m sorry I just cannot handle this.
People got paid to feed him watermelons. I have N E V E R been so jealous of another person in my life.
Watermelon Sugar. That is all.
PHOTO VIA: @HSDAILY ON TWITTER
$5000 Masks???
Are these REALLY worth $5000?… Continue Reading
No Sunflowers This Summer @ Dix Park
Here’s the official statement from the city:
In the wake of COVID-19 pandemic, City of Raleigh WILL NOT plant the 2020 summer sunflower field at Dorothea Dix Park. For the past two years, the 5-acre field of sunflowers has drawn thousands of visitors from across the city, county and beyond. As summer approaches this year, social distancing is still recommended and there is uncertainty around when mass gatherings should resume. With the health and safety of the community as top priority, and no way to limit the number of people visiting the iconic Raleigh sunflowers at any given time, the decision was made not to move forward with planting this year. Dix Park’s annual SunFest summer festival, planned for July, is also canceled.
The sunflower field at Dix Park is a City of Raleigh inter-departmental project between Raleigh Water, Office of Sustainability and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources. Stay tuned for ideas on how we can still celebrate sunflowers as pollinator habitat, a biofuel crop, and a summer botanical delight. In the meantime, add a bit of sunflower flair to online meetings and virtual chats with a Dix Park sunflower background.
I wish they could give out the seeds for free to anyone who wants to grow some! I think it would be SO COOL to have a bunch of sunflowers popping up around town!
JUD