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The national anthem, celebrating the Fourth of July and “Lunch with Steve” — all great American traditions. Welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 162 of the Daily Dirt. What better time of the year than the holidays to enjoy the latest edition of “Lunch with Steve”? Our virtual theme will take us…
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Today we start off with a hint of what it is like in a day in the life of Steve … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 161 of the Daily Dirt. 1.The aging process certainly has its perks — retirement, anyone?! — but there are definitely some drawbacks, too. I recently…
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We ask our kids. We ask our spouses. We ask our friends and extended family. What do you want for Christmas? What do we say? What do we really want? Most of you reading this are blessed. You don’t really NEED anything. Certain things would be nice, but most of us just want to be…
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Joan Jett and Belinda Carlisle are 63 years old? Where did all the time go? … and on that note, welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 160 of the Daily Dirt.1. Wanna feel old? Really old? The following songs are celebrating their 40th birthday this year. Here are 10 of the best…
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Christmas is little more than a week away, so we’re offering some last-minute gift-giving advice … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 159 of the Daily Dirt. 1. It’s crunch time when it comes to Christmas shopping for friends and relatives. But — and this is a big but — that is…
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Dec. 15, 2021 Gunfighter, secret agents, zombies — sometimes they’re all better the second time around … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 158 of the Daily Dirt. 1. A few nights ago I got sucked in into the 2016 remake of “The Magnificent Seven”. I hadn’t watched it in a couple…
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Welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 157 of the Daily Dirt. 1. The baby boomer generation lost another of its familiar faces the other day with the passing of Mike Nesmith, one of the original Monkees. The death of Nesmith — following the previous losses of Davy Jones and Peter Tork —…
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I think the best football team ever was the 1977 Dallas Cowboys, quarterbacked by my childhood idol Roger Staubach and featuring slashing rookie running back Tony Dorsett. Harvey Martin and Randy White led the second generation of the Doomsday Defense after Bob Lilly and Lee Roy Jordan ran Tom Landry’s first successful version of the…
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Daily Dirt for Dec. 13, 2021 When it comes to burgers, gimme a hunka, hunka burnin’ love … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 156 of the Daily Dirt. 1. We all love a good burger. Normally, I like mine plain, but on occasion I can go crazy and add cheese, lettuce…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Dec. 12, 2021 Look at the bright side. While it might be early December, we’re one day closer to spring … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 155 of the Daily Dirt. 1. We’re nearing mid-December and it’s time to admit that it’s finally winter. If it’s not snowing…
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The numbers never lie, and the following numbers will probably come as an eye-opener for those followers of the squared circle … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 154 of the Daily Dirt. 1. For those who have been longtime followers of pro wrestling, this may come as a shock. It certainly did…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Dec. 10, 2021 Today, I truly appreciate working for the likes of one J. Robert Gough. I think you’ll realize why in a few paragraphs … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 153 of the Daily Dirt. 1. It’s time for another chapter of the worst jobs in history.…
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Together, let’s raise a glass of Classic Coke — with plenty of ice, of course — to the memory of Richard Anthony Allen … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 152 of the Daily Dirt. 1. It was a year ago this week when slugger Richie “Call Me Dick” Allen died. He…
Read Full Article PUBLISHER’S NOTE: Today is Steve’s birthday. MRN will be taking him to lunch at Tiramisu so he can have his Ravioli Salsa Rosa. And before you ask, yes, he’s older than…dirt. JRG Today, we tip our hat to the memory of “Coach” … welcome to the three thoughts that make up Vol. 151 of the…
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Before you read on, what Christmas movie elevated squirrels to a new height of holiday importance? … While you ponder, welcome to today’s three thoughts that make up Vol. 150 of the Daily Dirt. 1. Granted, from a sentimental standpoint, “It’s A Wonderful Life” is hard to beat this time of year when it comes…
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Now we can (finally) sit back and relax. College football’s regular season and championship weekend are little more than dust in the Kansas wind. The final four is made up of the teams that should be there, which occupies the first of today’s three thoughts … welcome to Vol. 149 of the Daily Dirt. 1.…
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On this day we recognize a wide variety of famous types, ranging from Larry Bird to (be still, my beating heart …) Donna Mills … welcome to Vol. 148 of the Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts. 1. There’s plenty to celebrate this time of the year, including the following: Dec. 11, Magnum, P.I. Day: I…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Dec. 4, 2021It’s time for the first official “Merry Christmas” of the season, one of the simple holiday traditions that mean so much. Traditions are important this time of the year … welcome to Vol. 147 of the Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts. 1. It’s the holiday season, and these are…
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Sleigh bells ring, are you listenin? In the lane, snow is glistenin’ … welcome to Vol. 146 of the Daily Dirt. Today is a special holiday edition! Ho! Ho! Ho!Santa Steve has arrived a few days early to hand out his Christmas gifts to one and all in the Muddy River News coverage area. Here’s…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for Dec. 2, 2021We’re always here to help, especially at holiday time … welcome to Vol. 145 of the Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts. 1. It’s that time. Most of us are entering the homestretch of our holiday shopping for family and friends, and the later it gets the more likely we…
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I guess $7.25 million doesn’t buy much these days. For those of us who head west for gas, commute daily for work or just want to escape the People’s Republic of Illinois, it’s great that both bridges are finally open for a better flow of traffic. But the newly “repaired” Memorial Bridge isn’t the smoothest…
Read Full Article Daily Dirt for December 1, 2021 The calendar says it is now December. Whether that’s good or bad will likely not be decided for another 30 days … welcome to Vol. 144 of the Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts. 1. It’s officially December. Do any of these contemplations touch a base — or nerve…
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Have you ever watched a movie and thought, “Geez, he (or she) looks kind of old for that role?” Yeah, me too … welcome to Vol. 143 of the Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts. 1. I was first irritated while watching “Grease” in a movie theater way back in 1978. Just about every main…
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Rarely is anything so popular yet so neglected by politicians as school choice for K-12 education. The public has it right on what is a truly righteous cause. For society to honor its fundamental obligation to educate its youth, parents must be offered an alternative to catastrophically failing schools. Society’s future demands it. Simple justice…
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It’s hard to say what I dislike more — gravy, salad dressing or mayonnaise … welcome to Vol. 142 of the Daily Dirt and today’s three thoughts. 1. If I had my way on this Monday in November … McDonald’s would reopen to inside dining immediately. I am so tired of eating those big breakfasts…
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