Downtown Crime, Ole Miss Getting Props, Oops...Kiffin Did It Again, River Racing

Just a quick reminder to keep your guard up when going out Downtown. So-called panhandlers struck again this weekend right outside of Hollywood Disco. After not receiving cash, they decided to take what they wanted. They made of with a purse and a few bucks before disappearing into the Memphis night. Police are always visible in the core entertainment area (as they should be), but it wouldn't hurt to step up patrols near South Main, etc. Hollywood Disco also needs to beef up its outside security. The crooks were hanging out on blue turf. A firm "get the hell out of here" may have prevented the situation.

Ole Miss is getting some new props these days and its not from Mike Bianco's Super Regional winning percentage. It appears that some Oxford locals want to put "O'town" on the map with a classy tune featuring Mississippi-Oxford co-eds (FWIW, we love the song). Their parents must be proud.



ESPN is reporting that Lane Kiffin has committed another secondary violation, bringing the grand total for 2009 to six. One per month..that's strong. The NCAA should add a rule that x number of secondary violations equals a major. Since Kiffin wants to make headlines and put Tennessee back on the map, we recommend branding this new regulation the "Kiffin Rule." Maybe he picks up his shady behavior from his father-in-law, John Reaves.

The Powerboat Superleague has announced it will hold the Memphis Riverfront International Championship Regatta on the banks of the Mississippi River, near Tom Lee Park. This will be a free event to the public. Dates are set for July 31 - August 2.

Ladies and gentleman, Counting Crows.