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Hey – everyday can’t be a special day! And tonight is Play An Old Game You Haven’t Played in Years Night. It takes years just to finish! 1865 General Robert E. Lee is named general-in-chief of all the Confederate armies. 1999 - Super Bowl XXXIII was played on this date. Denver beat Atlanta and the act at half time – was Cher What do Jamaica, Frankie Valli and the University of

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Some uses for your ‘Bubble Wrap’ on Bubble Wrap Appreciation Day. (other than stress relief) Didn’t know this – but apparently Bubble Wrap makes a great beer coozie. It has very good insulation qualities. -Plus you can then ‘pop’ your beer can against your forehead. Bubble Wrap is also a great flotation device. Take a roll with you next time you go boating. -Of course your boat sinks…you

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Speaking of cuddly things, meet Pete - He’s a schnauzer mix and very well behaved and is anxious to meet you at the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley.  He’s looking for his permanent home.  3551 Bataan Memorial Las Cruces, NM 88012 (575) 382-0018   1785: The first state university in America, the University of Georgia, was chartered in Athens. 1968 : This family trio

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The popular TV series premiered on this date in 1979, starring John Schneider and Tom Wopat as Bo and Luke and Catharine Bach as Cousin Daisy. Denver Pyle was Uncle Jesse. BTW, have you seen this on the streets of Las Cruces? There’s a General Lee out there…we’ve seen it. 1998 President Clinton forcefully denies having an affair with a White House intern, telling reporters, "I did not

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time to face your fear of public speaking and speak out anyway. It is also Mac Day, marking introduction of Apple's Macintosh computer on this day in 1984. 1959: American Airlines opened the jet age in the U.S. with the first scheduled transcontinental flight of a Boeing 707. 1980 This British singer was released from a Tokyo jail and deported from Japan. He was arrested after

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a day to celebrate the great gift of laughter. At 1:24 this afternoon smile, throw your arms in the air, and laugh out loud! It is also National Compliment Day. Compliment at least five people today. 1848: James W. Marshall discovered a gold nugget at Sutter's Mill in northern California, a discovery that led to the gold rush of '49. 1962: Brian Epstein signed to manage a new

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already? Uh, that’s the Chinese New Year which is the Year of the Dragon. Also, National Pie Day. What’s your favorite pie?  Around here we should be partial to pecan pie. And finally, today is National Handwriting day, always on the birth date of John Hancock, flamboyant signer of the Declaration of Independence. 1964: The 24th amendment to the U.S. Constitution, eliminating the

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Finally some respect! Today is also Take A Walk Outdoors Day. And with the high expected at around 70 today, it’s the perfect day to take a stroll. Walks are even more fun with a dog! Meet Seth who is part Chihuahua and is very well behaved.  We really have to find this guy at permanent home.  He was originally adopted and then returned because of behavior problems.  His behavior was

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According to research firm TARP, for every customer who complains, 26 will not say a word. In other words, 10 customers complaining can be translated into 260 who have quietly chosen not to do business with you any longer. Can your business afford this to happen? Just because you’re not getting complaints, doesn’t necessarily mean you’re doing everything right. Also…Whisper I Love You Day.

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and it has nothing to do with Roswell! Today marks the first reported sighting of a UFO in America by Pilgrims in Boston.  The year was 1644. It is also Hair Dryer Appreciation Day… and on this day we re-publish this completely gratuitous picture of Phil Spector’s crazy hair - The Sandwich Islands were discovered by Captain Cook 233 years ago today -- we now call those islands,

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always on the birthday of - Speaking of which, don’t forget Las Cruces’ own World Champion, Austin Trout will be competing a week from this Friday in Look Who’s Dancing It’s also Rid the World of Fad Diets and Gimmicks Day. The infamous “Brinks Armored Car Robbery” took place in Boston on this date 1950 -- nine men made off with $2.7-million dollars ($21-million in today’s money).

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Don’t walk under any black cats today. Or something like that. Today is Make Your Dreams Come True Day. Make Your Dream Come True Day gives you the opportunity to do something to realize your goals and dreams. Whatever your dreams are, they usually don't come true without some effort on your part. So, today is the perfect opportunity to do something about it. On this day do something,

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Don’t say we haven’t warned you (about tomorrow.)  Of course, the good thing about Friday the 13th is the Friday part.  Especially since this Friday launches a 3 day weekend to celebrate the birth anniversary of - 1970: The Boeing 747 jetliner made its maiden voyage. 2003 Maurice Gibb died four days after being admitted to a Florida hospital for emergency surgery for an intestinal

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time to thank someone who did something nice for you. 1908 The Grand Canyon National Monument is created with a proclamation by President Theodore Roosevelt. It became a national park in 1919.  Here’s Mike at the dedication - America's first discotheque, the Whisky-a-Go-Go, opened in Los Angeles on January 11, 1963. The house band was headed by John Ramistella who by now was using the

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Today is also National Sturdy Flat-Heeled Shoes Appreciation Day. And Today is National Cut Your Energy Costs Day. Cut Your Energy Bills Without Cutting Comfort There’s nothing better than snuggling up in front of a roaring fire in the middle of a raging snowstorm. (Can you tell I grew up in Chicago?) And while I like to sleep in a freezing cold bedroom at night, not having heat isn’t

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If you notice your co-workers' desks looking a bit more organized today, they could be taking part in 'National Clean Off Your Desk Day,' a day to prioritize your tabletop first. We talked to professional organizer Nicki Parsons of Neat Organizers, on simple ways to keep your office and work space tidy.   "Cleaning your drawers every several months is a great way to de-clutter. You can put

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or Three Kings Day, when Christians celebrate the visit of the Magi. It is also Cuddle Up Day - 1912: New Mexico became the 47th U.S. state.  President Taft signed the document at 11:35 am on this day 100 years ago.  The celebratory parade is tomorrow morning at 11 downtown Las Cruces. 1964: This rock and roll group headlined their first tour beginning in Harrow, England. It was the

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It is defined by the Shorter Oxford English Dictionary as "the evening of the fifth of January, preceding Twelfth Day, the eve of the Epiphany, formerly the last day of the Christmas festivities and observed as a time of merrymaking".  It is also Turn Up The Heat Day.  But since we’re in Southern New Mexico, perhaps this picture is more appropriate - 1920 The Yankees purchase

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It marks the birthday of General Tom Thumb who was born January 4, 1838.  General Tom Thumb was the stage name of Charles Sherwood Stratton (January 4, 1838 – July 15, 1883), a dwarf who achieved great fame under circus pioneer P.T. Barnum.  Born in Bridgeport to parents who were of medium height, Charles was a relatively large baby, weighing 9 pounds 8 ounces at birth.  He developed and

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The top New Year’s resolution for 2012 is to get physically fit. However, a survey suggests that three out of four people won’t follow through on their resolution, according to a survey by Franklin-Covey. And more than out one in three will break their resolution promise by the end of the month, so why bother making resolutions at all? When asked why they set goals for 2012, respondents said:

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…of 2011. How about starting the New Year with a new love?  May we suggest Dixie? Dixie is a sweet female approximately 3 years old and is guaranteed to bring a lot of love into your life.  She can be rescued at the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley 3551 Bataan Memorial West Las Cruces, NM 88012-5013 (575) 382-0018 1953 The first color TV set goes on sale at a cost of

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No, it’s not that although more and more communities are making saggy pants illegal.  Speaking of which, we were talking about something Las Cruces could drop to ring in the New Year like so many other communities do now.  Suggestions varied from tamales, the Whole Enchilada, chile, pecans and pinatas but the suggestion that got the biggest laugh was that we all get together and drop our

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except if you have to get somewhere But you know what it’s beginning to look like and here’s our wish for you - Clement C. Moore's poem, "Account Of A Visit From St. Nicholas," was first published anonymously in the Troy (New York) Sentinel newspaper on December 23, 1823 -- we now know Moore's famous stanzas as "’Twas the Night Before Christmas." The 101 number one song of

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the day the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration usually clears Santa Claus for his annual flight. The FAA says Santa’s sleigh is equipped with an in-flight de-icing system for polar routes, a Terrain Avoidance Warning System required for low-altitude flights, and a special seat belt extension for a rotund pilot.  Wow!  Pretty high tech! Speaking of Christmas travel, if you have to fly,

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You’re allowed 12 “Bah, humbugs.” No more. It is also Look On The Bright Side Day (always on Humbug Day) 2000: President-elect George W. Bush resigned as governor of Texas. Lieutenant Governor Rick Perry was sworn in to replace him. 1970: This singer met President Richard Nixon at the White House after the he offered to become a "Federal Agent-at-Large" to help fight drug abuse. His

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speaking of which, we came across this - 1879: Thomas Edison demonstrated his incandescent light at Menlo Park, New Jersey. Music History 101: 1973: A five-man surgical team worked for over six hours to repair his damaged heart ofWalden Robert Perciville Cassotto. However, although the surgery was initially successful, he died minutes afterward in the recovery room without regaining

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Mrs. Claus who had her car stolen a week ago and then lost her job at the mall because of “bad publicity” got her job back AND her car back too.  Mrs Claus, who’s specialty is reading stories to good little boys and girls joined us in the 101 Gold studios this morning to tell us the happy news and read one of her favorite stories: Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house

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saluting the underdogs, the unsung heroes, the #2 folks who contribute so much to the #1 people we hear about. Posadas begins today in Mexico, a 9-day annual celebration when pilgrims knock at doors asking for pasada (shelter), commemorating the search by Joseph and Mary for shelter where the baby Jesus might be born. Pilgrims are turned away until the final night and then invited in to

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for people who say their job, or their life, is like trying to herd cats. Here’s a gratuitously cute picture of a whole herd of cats. The first 10 amendments to the U.S. constitution became effective when Virginia ratified on this date in 1791.  They are known as the And on December 15, 1988 the Godfather of Soul was sentenced to 8 years in prison after   leading police on a wild two

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a two-week period of calm and tranquility, dating to ancient times when the fabled halcyon bird calmed the wind and waves. Today is also Deck the Halls Day and Buy a Tree Day. New York City's one-hundred and ten story World Trade Center towers were topped off 41 years ago today. Music History 101: 1977 – the sale of polyester suits skyrocketed after a movie premiered in New

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time to pick up the 2012 model. Here you go. Today is also Count the La's in "Deck the Halls" Day, so you can tell everybody you know how many la's there are. Be careful: don't count the fa's. Deck the halls with boughs of holly, Fa la la la la, la la la la. Tis the season to be jolly, Fa la la la la, la la la la. Don we now our gay apparel, Fa la la, la la

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Today marks the 1799 birth of Dr. Joel Poinsett, who brought the poinsettia plant north from Mexico. He was a U.S. congressman and Secretary of War.  Euphorbia pulcherrima, commonly known as poinsettia or noche buena, is a species of flowering plant indigenous to Mexico and Central America. 1946: After 20 years of research, Cincinnati’s Procter & Gamble introduced Tide, a detergent with a

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By this date in 1843, the custom of writing notes to friends at Christmas had been around for many years, but Henry Cole of London had procrastinated too long during that holiday season, and had to think of something fast. So, Cole hired an artist and printer to make copies of his message, which he sent to his friends and family, thereby creating the first Christmas cards.  And here it is…

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Huh?  Oh, wrong brownie.  Sorry. Mmmm.  Good. 1941 The U.S. enters World War II as Congress declares war against Japan, one day after the attack on Pearl Harbor. Music History 1980: Mark David Chapman waited outside the Dakota Apartments in New York City for the return of one of its famous residents. When that man stepped out of a car, Chapman shot him dead. It was John Lennon.

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The USS Arizona Memorial pays tribute to those moored at Battleship Row. They were the initial targets of the first wave of attacks on the Americans. The first stop on a visit to the USS Arizona Memorial is the Visitor Center where the Pearl Harbor Museum, dual theaters, restrooms, a snack bar and Pearl Harbor Memorial exhibits are located. Sadly the death toll was far higher than the six

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Every day is bad hair day for some of us… It’s also St. Nicholas Day - In many European countries, St. Nicholas brings fruit, cakes, and gifts to all good little children. The name "Santa Claus" evolved from St. Nicholas via a Dutch dialect form of the name, Sinte Klaas or Sinterklaas. The first church in what would become New York City, built by the Dutch in 1624, was named for

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It is also National Swap A Christmas Cookie Recipe Day. And last, but not least, Bathtub Party Day. 1848 President James K. Polk triggered the Gold Rush of ’49 by confirming the gold had been discovered in California. 1999 At age 49, the singer/songwriter becomes the youngest-ever recipient in the 22-year history of Kennedy Center Honors given annually for lifetime contribution to

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The average man’s facial hair grows about a half inch a month – or six inches a year. Over your lifetime, you’ll shave about 27-feet of hair off your face. -Yeah – so you’re going to want to keep up with that… Three percent of men don’t shave – for religious reasons. -Meaning they’re Amish. Or followers of Allah. Or…followers of ZZ Topp 1927: Ford Motor Co. formally unveils its

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It is a day to focus attention on the fight against HIV/AIDS. It is also My Husband's Strung the Christmas Lights and Now I Can't Open the Garage Door Day, commemorating an alleged actual event described by a radio listener named Mary Jo. And it is the beginning of Chia Pet Hunting Season. They come in so many varieties this days! 1891:  YMCA trainer James Naismith nailed two peach

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a day to call in well. It’s also Computer Security Day. And it’s Perpetual Youth Day always on the birthday of Dick Clark who is 82 today.  And he doesn’t look a day over 28 (of course in this picture that’s his actual age!) 1960: The last DeSoto is built by Chrysler, which had decided to retire the brand after 32 years. Music History 101: 1996 A singer whose birth name was

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How would you like to live here? or worse yet? 58 years ago today, the first "Playboy" magazine was published -- it featured Marilyn Monroe and sold seventy-thousand copies in the first few days on the stands. Look closely and you’ll notice there was no date on the cover.  Hugh Hefner wasn’t sure if there’d be another issue. Music history 101: 10 years ago today this former Beatle

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But be careful.  According to an online survey 47% more companies this year are going to monitoring such activities as compared to last year. Mike just got back from his first trip to the Grand Canyon.  Wow! When you walk to the edge you should be looking where you’re going. 2001: Enron Corporation, once the world's largest energy trader, collapsed after would-be rescuer Dynegy Inc.

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Count your blessings and be thankful.  When we stop and take the time to think about those things for which we are thankful, the list is longer than we expect. We thank you for your generosity in giving to the Coats for Kids Campaign and we thank you for your support for the Toys for Kids Parade.  Here are just some of the toys collected last Sunday - The staff at 101 Gold and Bravo Mic

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How about going for a ride on one of these? Dogs love to go for rides. Also, National Stop the Violence Day, when many radio and TV stations call for a one-day cease-fire on America's streets. Why stop at just one day? 1963: U.S. President John F. Kennedy, only 46 and in the third year of his first term, was assassinated during a motorcade in Dallas. Aboard Air Force One on the

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a day to promote peace by offering a friendly greeting to at least ten people. 1877: Thomas Edison announced he had invented the phonograph. 1975 – This flamboyantly bespectacled rock and roller received a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame. It was Elton John. The 101 Number One song of the Day has the distinction of being the shortest single in the rock era to reach the top.

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a thick soup made of puréed leeks, onions, potatoes, cream, and chicken stock.   It is traditionally served cold.  And here’s a surprise, although it sounds French, it was originally first concocted here in America.  Louis Diat, a chef at the Ritz-Carlton in New York City, is most often credited with its (re)invention. KC led a busload of lucky listeners of 101 Gold on a tour of

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Think of all the money you’ll save if you’re NOT out smoking! National Take A Hike Day Give up smoking and hiking will be a lot more enjoyable. 1973: U.S. President Richard Nixon told Associated Press managing editors in Orlando, Florida, "People have got to know whether or not their president is a crook. Well, I'm not a crook." BTW, we had a list of people/things more

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1963 The touch-tone phone is introduced. Didn’t they seem so “high tech” back then? 1988: Stan Love was sentenced to five years probation for embezzling $900,000 from the group he managed – the Beach Boys…He is Mike Love’s brother. And if you think Mike Love was unhappy, look at Brian Wilson’s reaction - The 101 number one song of the day was written and performed by the first

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  and aren’t the oldies perfect for it? It’s also “Don't Try to Do Everything at Once Day” and “America Recycles Day.” November 15, 1926, NBC, the National Broadcasting Company, first hit the radio airwaves with a network of twenty-four stations. 1969 A female singer was arrested in Tampa, Florida, on charges of using "vulgar and indecent language" at a concert. It was a woman but she

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They’ve got a nerve scheduling this on a Monday.  Then again, we probably need reminding on Mondays most of all! This is the beginning of  ‘Geography Awareness Week’ – Study this.  There’ll be a quiz in the morning. and speaking of the world: 1889 Inspired by Jules Verne, New York World reporter Nellie Bly (Elizabeth Cochrane) set out to travel around the world in less than 80 days. (She

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Just this morning! for the Coats for Kids Campaign.   Too many people to thank because so many of you stopped by with contributions but we’d be remiss if we especially thank a few in particular who stepped up to plate big time including Eric Gunderson and his band of Lutherans (Faith Lutheran, Peace Lutheran and Thrivent Lutheran) Janet Honek and Sunspot Solar Energy, Donna Volz and Sonic,

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Now open in Las Cruces and 101 Gold is pleased to have been there this morning when the ribbon was cut! Today is: Paul Is Dead Day. According to Paul Is Dead conspiracy theorists, singer Paul McCartney of the Beatles died on November 9, 1966, from massive head injuries sustained in an auto accident. He was supposedly replaced by orphan Billy Campbell, a dead ringer for Paul. Wow! 

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  Polls are open until 7 PM in Las Cruces.  For more information the City Clerk’s Office telephone number 575 541 2115. Read on for “Taking back our economy one light bulb at a time.”  It’s further down the page and it seems like a great idea. 1960: Massachusetts Senator John Fitzgerald Kennedy defeated Vice President Richard Milhaus Nixon by only 119,000 votes. Music History: 1994:

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Not only did Don Giela of El Paso win two airline tickets to any US destination on Friday morning but later that afternoon Elsie Newton of Las Cruces swapped all the way to level five and correctly named the capital of Brazil to win her airline tickets too!  congratulations to all our Swap or Stop winners and there’s more winning on the way (Did you answer Brasilia?) Today marks the beginning

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which always falls on the birthday of Will Rogers… …who, among many other things, once said, “"Common sense ain't all that common." It’s also “Flyaway Friday” on Swap or Stop and kudos to Don Giella who answered this question correctly: In what branch of the military did former Secretary of State Colin Powell serve? Don correctly answered, “U. S. Army” and, as a result, won two airline

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for non cooking men only…to give women a break. But - no grilling out allowed!  We were asked if Ramen noodles count.  KC says it has to be at least three different items. So Mike says BLT sandwiches meet the criteria – that’s four ingredients! Bacon, lettuce, tomato, and toast!  (Not even counting the mayo) Throw in potato chips and really go for it. After all, it is also Sandwich Day

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1992: Fire erupted at Windsor Castle, Queen Elizabeth's official residence west of London, causing much damage. The queen and Prince Andrew pitched in to help save priceless artworks and other valuables housed in the fortress. 1955: This singer sang live on The Ed Sullivan Show, and though he had rehearsed and promised Sullivan he would sing "16 Tons," which Ed preferred, he played his

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Organizers say we all have a list of ‘shoulds’ that only lead to increased stress and anxiety. For example, ‘I should exercise more often’…or ‘I should call my Mom more’…of…’I should clean the house’. They say a ‘should is a rigid thought – and when you don’t…it creates inner anxiety. -We guess what they’re saying is…you should know better. 1913: Notre Dame introduced the forward pass.

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Don’t miss the Halloweenie Roast today at the K-Mart (on El Paseo) parking lot.  101 Gold has teamed up with Kmart and Pros Ranch Markets to bring you Halloweenie Roast 2011! Carnival rides, free pumpkins, costume contests with great prizes and of course…lots and lots of candy! Join us at the Kmart parking lot on El Paseo today at 3 p.m. PET CONTEST FIRST!!!  (sponsored by Horse and Hound

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It is also Part Your Hair Crooked and see if anybody notices Day. And here’s the Pet of the Week - Beemer is a 3 year old female Lab/Great Dane mix and she’s looking for a new permanent home.  She’s at the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley. 3551 Bataan Memorial West Las Cruces, NM 88012-5013 (575) 382-0018 1793 Eli Whitney applies for a patent for his cotton gin.

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Always on the birthday of the father of the modern navy – Teddy Roosevelt. It is also Cranky Coworkers Day.  Who’s your crankiest co-worker? 1938: DuPont announces a name for its new synthetic yarn: nylon 1975 – This rock and roller appeared simultaneously on the cover of "Time" and "Newsweek." Bruce Springsteen. The 101 number one song of the day was recorded by today’s feature

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The 101 number one song of the day was a solo but a group got the credit. It was written by one person but two got credit for that. It is the first of over 2500 cover versions which is a Guinness record. The writer said “I just fell out of bed and it was there.” He thought he must have heard it somewhere and he spent about three weeks asking all the music people he knew if they’d heard it

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October is breast cancer awareness month, a good time to reflect on the advances in breast cancer detection and treatment. Early detection programs and increased public awareness have significantly decreased the number of breast cancer deaths each year. It is also Reptile Awareness Day. Habitat loss and the threat of extinction are significant concerns in the world of reptillian life.

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Thursday, October 20th is National Get Smart About Credit Day. This is an annual event sponsored by the American Bankers Association Education Foundation where local bankers visit classrooms to deliver a lesson plan on financial education, specifically credit.  To learn more, just click. http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/15657026/smart-money-monday-national-get-smart-about-credit-day-oct-20th

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Apparently, this one isn’t going so well… It is also Greasy Spoon Day It’s a time to remember your favorite place to eat “back in the day.” 2005: A defiant Saddam Hussein pleaded innocent as he went on trial in Baghdad on charges of murder and torture during his reign as president of Iraq. With the one-time dictator questioning the court's legitimacy and scuffling with guards, after

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Pretty lame huh?  So let’s, at least, make it a BIG one! Also, World Menopause Day.  Found this online: 1867: The U.S. took formal possession of Alaska from Russia. (It was known as “Seward’s Folly”) Alaska has more coastline than the other 49 states – combined. -And yet – for some reason – surfing has never really caught on. Music History 101: 1957 – A band known as the Quarry Men

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Today is Mulligan Day, a day to give yourself or someone else a second chance, a day for a do-over. And it’s Work on Your Charisma Day. Presents help… 1933: Dr. Albert Einstein moved to Princeton, NJ, after arriving in the United States from his troubled homeland of Germany. Not only known for his brain but also his wild hair.  And speaking of which, that takes us to Music History

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…a day to go shiny and be proud. Also, Ride a Bicycle Somewhere Day. Today is also National Frump Day, honoring frugal, responsible, unpretentious, mature people everywhere. 1912: Theodore Roosevelt, campaigning for the presidency, was shot in the chest in Milwaukee. Despite the wound, he went ahead with a scheduled speech. 1955: The billybop duo Buddy & Bob opened for Bill Haley

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Congrats to Brian Theodorsen who Swapped all the way to Level Five and went for the Amazon Kindle and WON with the question - What is the name of the Vice President under Richard Nixon who resigned after he was charged with extortion and bribery? Do you know the answer? Spiro Agnew Way to go Brian! The cornerstone to the White House was laid on this date in 1792. Designed by

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Also, International Moment of Frustration Scream Day. We spoke with Pat Hines, Chair of the International Symposium for Personal and Commercial Spaceflight which is set for October 19 and 20 at the Farm and Ranch Museum.  It will be two full days of thought provoking, informative and idea generating discussions on multiple facets of the commercial space industry. Each session is designed

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$1,625 raised this morning from our location outside Comet Cleaners on Lohman.  Check that – $1,726 after Claude Gomez chased us in the Box That Rocks after we were heading back to the station and handed us a check for $101 and thereby meeting the “101 Challenge.  The campaign continues.  To make your donation go to: http://www.lascrucescoatsforkids.com/ 1975: Bill Clinton of Hope,

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Schools are in session but city, county, state, and federal offices are closed (they get them all don’t they?) Today is also ‘Kick Butt Day’.   Not as in - It’s actually a day to kick ourselves in the butts for not accomplishing our goals…and recommit ourselves to achieving them. so kick but AND take names! 1886: The tuxedo dinner jacket made its American debut at the autumn ball in

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Hey, who let that guy in? Here’s a little guy who just wants to bring lots of smiles to the person who’s willing to give him a good home. His name is Darius and he’s been waiting at the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley for 10 months for a permanent home. 3551 Bataan Memorial West Las Cruces, NM 88012-5013 (575) 382-0018 2003: Californians voted to recall Democratic Gov.

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We love Ernie but gosh, we’ve lost power 4 times THIS WEEK!  People in Las Cruces are paying way more and getting way less.  What gives?  As if Solar Power isn’t attractive in and of itself, just being independent of the power company is incentive enough. Physician’s Assistants’ Week begins today. Although we wonder why the week begins on a Thursday? 1927: The era of talking pictures

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On that subject…have you heard the story of Teddy Stoddard?  Whether this is a true story or not is irrelevant because what is true, teachers matter and so, of course, and above all, the students matter. Jean Thompson stood in front of her fifth grade class on the very first day of school in the fall and told the children a lie.  Like most teachers, she looked at her pupils and said that she

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Uh, no…not what we mean.  More of a “toot your flute” figuratively as opposed to literally.  It’s a day to promote yourself. It’s also National Taco Day! Feel free to continue on to the comment section and tell everyone where your favorite tacos are from. The Space Age officially began on October 4th, 1957, when the USSR launched the world's first artificial satellite, "Sputnik I."

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While we can appreciate squirrels that can water ski, we don’t appreciate hairy, crazy ants.  Fortunately they’re headed away from us.   The hairy ants are coming from Texas – and taking over backyards in Mississippi. They move much faster than normal ants – and when you kill them, they give off a chemical cue for the rest of pack for the next attack. Experts say if you step on one of the hairy

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You can win two airline tickets to any U. S. destination on the next Swap or Stop at 5:15 this afternoon. Meet Peak a Boo at the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley 3551 Bataan Memorial West Las Cruces, NM 88012-5013 (575) 382-0018 1955: Actor James Dean was killed when his Porsche Spyder 550 collided with another car on Highway 66 near Paso Robles, California. Dean's

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101 Gold listeners know Udell from his weekly visits to the station every Monday morning to talk about City business.  In fact, this past Monday he never mentioned a word about his Power Ball windfall when he stopped by our studios.  He must have been bursting at the seems.  It couldn’t have happened to a nicer guy.  Way to go Udell! It’s National Coffee Day. The world record for coffee

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KC’s empty office indicates she’s gone to the gym. It’s also World Rabies Day and the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley has been giving pets free shots all morning. This Friday, September 30th, Las Cruces is the site of the New Mexico Green Chamber of Commerce's very first statewide “Renewable Energy and Clean Technology Conference: Expanding Opportunities in New Mexico”. The

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If we’d known we would have slept in. Today is also Ancestor Appreciation Day. Hey, without them, we wouldn't be here. You can send them this nice t-shirt to show them you care. 1964 The government publicly releases the report of the Warren Commission, which found that Lee Harvey Oswald had acted alone in assassinating President John F. Kennedy. Music History 101: 1990 Six years

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a day to give them a break by not fishing. Mike even avoided taking his fish oil pill today! Today is also Family Day: A Day to Eat Dinner with Your Children.   Family meals are a time for togetherness and fun, but they also play an integral role in psychological development. The sitcom families that dined together in such television classics as “Leave it to Beaver‘ and “Ozzie & Harriet”

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KC is holding two little bundles of joy from the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley.  They are Apple and Summer, two females about 11 weeks old and they need a good home.  Check these and other sweet things at 3551 Bataan Memorial West Las Cruces, NM 88012-5013 (575) 382-0018 What’s your favorite TV Theme Song?  Rolling Stone  ranked their top five- 5. Sopranos 4. Friends

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Not to be confused with Free Car Day the organizers want you to leave your car at home and take alternate transportation.  It’s also Elephant Appreciation Day - So leave your car at home and take you elephant to work! On today’s blog: the falling satellite, a woman steals a loaded hearse, and the man who had a torrid love affair with a - dolphin??? Read on… 1975 Sara Jane Moore

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  It’s a day to slow down and see if you can drive legally for 24 hours, and then declare yourself a Law-Abiding Citizen. It is also Throw Away Something Day. Or give away something if you prefer. It's a good day to reduce the clutter in your life. That’s some serious clutter! A famous phrase originated on September 21, 1897, when "New York Sun" columnist Francis Church answered a

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We’ve been accused of making every day gibberish day. But read on for some helpful, interesting, non-gibberish. It’s also Create Your Own Junk Food day. BTW, Wendy’s - the hamburger chain just completed their secret ‘Project Gold Hamburger’. The end result, they say is a totally new hamburger. The new ‘Dave’s Hot & Juicy’ has a thicker beef patty, red onions and crinkled pickles on a

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And while it was great to visit, it’s better to get back to sunny southern New Mexico. The trip going was fine but coming back it took us 24 hours because our connecting flight was cancelled in Dallas.  They’re going through one of their worst droughts ever but it rained enough on Friday night to wreak havoc on incoming and outgoing planes. This is the way Mike spent the overnight hours

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And we’ll be gone the rest of the week - so pretty light this week on the blog.  Unless we figure out the new iPad…

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And a wonderful little dog was in our studio today.  Meet “Ginger Spice.” She’s such a little bit of a thing.  City Councilwoman Dolores Connor brought the little puppy in who was surrendered to the Animal Services Center of the Mesilla Valley along with her sisters – the Spice Girls.  Who is willing to give Ginger a good home? 3551 Bataan Memorial West Las Cruces, NM 88012-5013 (575)

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Wow!  That’s impressive.   But for those of us who are more conservative perhaps you might pick up one of these. A bit of advice – don’t scrimp and buy the cheapest kind you can find.  KC bought Mike a really cheesy one a few years ago and it didn’t cut the hair so much as yank it out.  Ouch! 119 years ago today, the first version of the "Pledge of Allegiance" appeared in "The Youth's

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He was born Charles Harden Holley in Lubbock, Texas, on this date in 1935.  His name was misspelled on his first recording contract, so he kept it that way. It was in Clovis, NM  that many of his records were made - Today is also National Feel the Love Day. History 101: 1979: The Entertainment and Sports Programming Network (ESPN) debuted on cable. Music History 101: September 7,

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a day to survey your possessions and give surplus items to charity or reuse in another project. Slow the flow to landfills. On this date in 1620, one-hundred and forty-nine Pilgrims set sail from England aboard the "Mayflower" bound for the New World. Music History 101: September 6th, 1990: a Canadian singer who had a huge hit by that name became a U.S. citizen. While he was being

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It’s the Wine Harvest Festival, Hatch Chile Fest and so much more. Today is VJ Day. …marking Japan's official surrender in World War II on this date in 1945. It is also Lazy Mom’s Day (or tomorrow is, we’re not exactly sure)  It’s a day for hard working moms to do what they want to do. For ways to be so efficient that you can afford to be lazy go to:  http://www.lazymoms.com/ In

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Are you up for it?  Remember… Today is also Sing A Silly Song in Bed Day Today is the first day of Steptember In Latin septem means "the seventh."  Huh?  It’s the ninth month.  Originally, back when the new-year started in March, September was the 7th month. September is the busiest month for births in the U.S., more than 11,000 on an average day. September 1, 1878: Emma M.

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…a time to appreciate the folks we want on our side when push comes to shove. History 101: Thomas Edison… …received the patent for his "kinetoscope" -- the first movie projector -- on August 31, 1887. Music History 101: A US court ruled on August 31, 1976, that George Harrison had subconsciously plagiarized parts of his song "My Sweet Lord" from the Chiffons' hit "He's So Fine.”

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a time to thank those who are courteous.  Today is also Talk Intelligently Day. Okay, maybe not the best choice but what the heck. History 101: 1967: The U.S. Senate confirmed Thurgood Marshall as the first black justice on the Supreme Court. Music History 101: 1995 – This divorced couple reunited for their first concert together in 16 years on Martha's Vineyard, -James Taylor and

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…in August.  Yikes, the One Hundred and One Golden Days of Summer are on the wane.  The good news is that someone, very soon, will get to “choose a cruise.”  In the meantime, keep listening for the cannonballs and win summertime fun. History 101: 2005 Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast. All this past weekend the Weather Channel was filled with news of Hurricane Irene which, fortunately

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…a day to appreciate humankind's most popular pet as loving and loyal companions, pets who treat us better than we treat each other. and speaking of which… …thanks to Dolores Connor for stopping by this morning with this little cutie: Just look at this adorable face!  Dazzle is a very docile and calm puppy.  When she grows up, she will be a small dog.  She is very playful with her roommates,

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Jack Lutz was a little confused about the concept and showed up to work like this - Today is National Secondhand Day, Talk about confused…it’s a time to encourage thrift store donations. Mike has been sensitive about second hand clothing and hand me downs since he was the youngest child in his family and his two older siblings were girls. And when it comes to recycling wearing apparel,

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No, not that Pluto.  Pluto the planet was demoted to dwarf planet status on this day 5 years ago.  Former NMSU professor Clyde Tombaugh discovered Pluto in 1930 and then on August 24, 2006 a group scientists agreed it was too small a heavenly body to qualify as a full sized planet.  To that we say- It’s also National Waffle Day… Mmmm.  We celebrate this day in 1869 when Cornelius

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