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History Channel's American Pickers coming to Tennessee

History Channel's American Pickers coming to Tennessee

Got an old barn full of stuff you want to get rid of? Then you're in luck, as Mike Wolfe and Frank Fritz, better known as the History Channel's American Pickers, are coming to Tennessee in June. The guys are looking for music memorabilia, motorcycles, old signs, sports collectibles, military items, gas pumps, juke boxes, taxidermy, bicycles, old toys and much more. If you or someone you know has a barn, building or basement that is piled with items like this, e-mail your name and contact information to AmericanPickers@Cinfelix.com or call 646-873-6257 and you could be on TV! You can also visit http://www.history.com/shows/american-pickers for more information.

Wine deliveries bill passes in Tennessee

Wine deliveries bill passes in Tennessee

A Tennessee bill that would allow wine to be shipped to every home in the state is now up to the Governor.

The bill allows direct wine shipments from retailers to consumers -- even in cities that currently only allow liquor-by-the-drink sales.

Governor Bill Haslam is expected to sign the bill.

Photo courtesy Flickr user Mr. T in DC.

City giving gardeners free mulch

City giving gardeners free mulch

City of Memphis Public Works will provide free mulch for Memphis residents Friday, April 22 in observance of Earth Day.

Beginning at dawn, free mulch will be available in the Liberty Bowl parking lot, located on Hollywood, just south of Central. The mulch will be provided on a load-your-own, while-it-lasts, basis and residents must provide their own loading equipment and containers. Commercial businesses and non Memphis residents are not eligible.

Energy Smart workshops at your local library

Energy Smart workshops at your local library

The Tennessee Valley Authority and MLG and W are teaming up for an Energy Smart event, on Wednesday April 20 in celebration of Earth Day. The Workshop will take place at 11a.m. at the Central, Whitehaven, East Shelby, and Bartlett libraries. During the Energy Smart workshop you will learn more ways to conserve energy and save money. Click here  to read more about Wednesday’s Energy Smart workshops. Log on to TVA.com to learn more about energy and money saving tips and schedule an in home evaluation or take an online energy audit.

Photo Courtesy MGN Online

Fatherhood Summit

Fatherhood Summit

Calling All Dads!  Yes, that includes Grandads, Uncles, Brothers, Foster Parents and all male father figures for Fatherhood Summit.  Learn how to Re-connect the foundation of your relationship with your son, grandson, nephew, brother, or that young man in your life.

The event will be held Saturday April, 16th at the FedEx Institute of Technology on the University of Memphis campus.
365 Innovation Drive from 9am-2pm.  Corey D. Johnson, Director of Community Health and Well-Being from LeBonheur Children's Hospital will be the guest speaker.

A continental breakfast will be served from 7:45-8:45am and lunch will be from noon until 1pm.

Free parking is available for all attendees, but seating is limited, so make plans to attend now.

Information and image provided by Shelby County Early Head Start.

Andy Wise's Swiss Cheese-Stuffed Hamburgers

Andy Wise's Swiss Cheese-Stuffed Hamburgers

2 pounds Ground Chuck (80/20, enough fat to burn on grill and flavor the meat)

1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp Tabasco sauce

1 tsp fresh thyme

1 tsp minced garlic

1 tsp fresh ground pepper, preferably from a mill

1 tsp Kosher salt or Penzey's 4/S Season Salt

Package of Laughing Cow Swiss cheese wedges

Put ground beef in a mixing bowl.  Add Worcestershire, Tabasco, thyme, garlic, ground pepper and salt. Knead ingredients into the beef. Make patties 1/4 inch to 1/2 inch thick.

With your finger, poke a hole or indention in the middle of each patty.  Add 1/2 or whole wedge of Swiss cheese to hole/indention. Form patty around cheese wedge like a ball, then re-shape into 1/4-1/2 inch patty, spreading cheese through patty.

Stay warm with chicken tortilla soup

Stay warm with chicken tortilla soup
Chicken Tortilla Soup   1 box chicken stock (or two cans)1 tall jar salsa or picante sauce (you decide how hot)1 pound cooked chicken (I usually buy the precooked, cut up chicken in the cold cuts section of the grocery store)1 can corn (drained)1 can white beans (drained)1 can black beans (drained)2 Cups shredded cheese (sharp cheddar or pepperjack work well)1 Tablespoon Cumin (this is a must! gives it a smoky flavor)