A peanut butter and jelly sandwich is a common treat to send to school with the kids, but do you know how much sugar you are packing into their lunch? Check out the scary facts behind "The Sugary Truth."
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Thursday, February 7, 2008
The Sugary Truth (Part Four)
We've all done it, and we know it.
A peanut butter and jelly sandwich is a common treat to send to school with the kids, but do you know how much sugar you are packing into their lunch? Check out the scary facts behind "The Sugary Truth."
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A peanut butter and jelly sandwich is a common treat to send to school with the kids, but do you know how much sugar you are packing into their lunch? Check out the scary facts behind "The Sugary Truth."
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Carolina Conflict: UNC vs Duke
We asked...and you responded. I never doubted it, but now it is clear...Charlotte is DEFINITELY a Tar Heels fan-base.
We held a poll to see who was the best North Carolina basketball team and here is how the results panned out:
Tar Heels may have won the poll, but they couldn't pull it off when it counted most...on the court.
Yes, Round One goes to the Blue Devils - beating UNC in the Dean Dome. But Round Two isn't that far off...can Duke bring the momentum back home and get the win there as well?
Guess we'll have to see...
By the way, I saw this and since Duke DID win, I guess it is okay to let them gloat a little.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not trying to slam the Tar Heels, they are still one of the best teams - with only two losses this season.
But the fact that those losses are to two different ACC teams, could hurt the Heels chances in the conference.
But Tar Heel fans, never fear. Ty Lawson will be back on his feet soon enough, and the Tar Heel spirit will be back in full swing...
...until Sunday when they play Clemson! Ha ha ha!
Go Tigers!
We held a poll to see who was the best North Carolina basketball team and here is how the results panned out:
59% - UNC Tar Heels
25% - Duke Blue Devils
14% - Who Cares? Is it Football Season Yet?
Tar Heels may have won the poll, but they couldn't pull it off when it counted most...on the court.
Yes, Round One goes to the Blue Devils - beating UNC in the Dean Dome. But Round Two isn't that far off...can Duke bring the momentum back home and get the win there as well?
Guess we'll have to see...
By the way, I saw this and since Duke DID win, I guess it is okay to let them gloat a little.
Don't get me wrong, I'm not trying to slam the Tar Heels, they are still one of the best teams - with only two losses this season.
But the fact that those losses are to two different ACC teams, could hurt the Heels chances in the conference.
But Tar Heel fans, never fear. Ty Lawson will be back on his feet soon enough, and the Tar Heel spirit will be back in full swing...
...until Sunday when they play Clemson! Ha ha ha!
Go Tigers!
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
The Sugary Truth (Part Three)
Thinking about stopping by a fast food restuarant for a quick bite before work?
You may change your mind when you see just how much sugar you are eating. Check out the scary facts behind "The Sugary Truth."
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You may change your mind when you see just how much sugar you are eating. Check out the scary facts behind "The Sugary Truth."
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Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Super Bowl Ads up to Par?
USAToday.com and Ad Meter have teamed up once again to rank the top Super Bowl commercials for 2008. We have the top five for you to watch again, if you liked them.
This year, Budweiser took the top spot with "Clydesdale Team" Commercial.
#2 - FedEx's Giant Pigeon commercial.
#3 - Bridgestone's Screaming Critters
#4 - Doritos' Giant Mouse
#5 - Bud Light's Fire Breather
So which one was your favorite? Leave us a comment and let us know!
This year, Budweiser took the top spot with "Clydesdale Team" Commercial.
#2 - FedEx's Giant Pigeon commercial.
#3 - Bridgestone's Screaming Critters
#4 - Doritos' Giant Mouse
#5 - Bud Light's Fire Breather
So which one was your favorite? Leave us a comment and let us know!
The Sugary Truth (Part Two)
So just how much sugar is in a 20-ounce Coke bottle?
The answer may suprise you as we show you just how much sugar you're downing with your lunch! Check out the scary facts behind "The Sugary Truth."
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The answer may suprise you as we show you just how much sugar you're downing with your lunch! Check out the scary facts behind "The Sugary Truth."
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Monday, February 4, 2008
The Sugary Truth (Part One)
That's right, we're taking a look at the sweet stuff. Just how much sugar are you giving your children?
All week long we are taking a look at foods and drinks and the scary facts behind "The Sugary Truth."
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All week long we are taking a look at foods and drinks and the scary facts behind "The Sugary Truth."
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The Super Bowl: From the Loser's Point of View
Super Bowl 42 lived up to the hype.
I mean, how could it not - no matter who won, it was a great game from the very making.
The Underdog vs. The Unbeaten Season.
I would have loved to have seen the Panthers in the game, but lets be honest - I think we all want to forget this season even existed.
When the Pats made it, I was VERY excited. But a 4th quarter touchdown pass from Giants QB Eli Manning to to Plexico Burress halted that excitement in mid-track.
Yup, thats the one.
So yeah, my Patriots didn't get the Super Bowl win, but let's not forget their achievements either. They may not have ended with the Perfect 19-0 season, but they still won one more game than the 1972 Dolphins who were 17-0. No other team has gone 18-1 since the new extended season. Now I know how fans of the 1968 Baltimore Colt felt.
But hey, its still HUGE.
Oh yeah, and congrats to the TRUE NY Giants fans.
I don't know why, but every year it surprises me how many fans come out of the woodwork when a team makes it to the Super Bowl game. Suddenly people you've never even heard talk about football are "life-long fans."
I'm going to quote most University of South Carolina football fans: "There's always next year!"
I mean, how could it not - no matter who won, it was a great game from the very making.
The Underdog vs. The Unbeaten Season.
I would have loved to have seen the Panthers in the game, but lets be honest - I think we all want to forget this season even existed.
When the Pats made it, I was VERY excited. But a 4th quarter touchdown pass from Giants QB Eli Manning to to Plexico Burress halted that excitement in mid-track.
Yup, thats the one.
So yeah, my Patriots didn't get the Super Bowl win, but let's not forget their achievements either. They may not have ended with the Perfect 19-0 season, but they still won one more game than the 1972 Dolphins who were 17-0. No other team has gone 18-1 since the new extended season. Now I know how fans of the 1968 Baltimore Colt felt.
But hey, its still HUGE.
Oh yeah, and congrats to the TRUE NY Giants fans.
I don't know why, but every year it surprises me how many fans come out of the woodwork when a team makes it to the Super Bowl game. Suddenly people you've never even heard talk about football are "life-long fans."
I'm going to quote most University of South Carolina football fans: "There's always next year!"
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Mr. McCrory, come here! I have to tell you something!
It's amazing how much fun you can have in Charlotte, for just $2.60.
That's right...$2.60. The price of a Light Rail ticket to and from Center City.
Now, I'll be honest. I'm not from Charlotte, and just barely moved into the city limits and have an apartment there - so I wasn't around for the Light Rail vote. But like many people from just across the South Carolina border - I'm glad it is there. I can park near I-485 and ride into the city without having to figure out where to park and all that. Plus, I figure in some small way, I'm giving back to the city.
So my friends and I were bored on Friday and decided to go walk around Center City. Rather than drive around looking for a place to park, we decided to just take the light rail in.
On our way over, I mentioned to my friends that I had seen a profile for Mayor McCrory on Facebook earlier that day. (Who knows if it's actually the Mayor, or not.) All of the people with me were from South Carolina, and it didn't register right away who McCrory was. So I explained that he was the Mayor and was running for Governor.
About 30 minutes later, we were about halfway to Center City when a group gets on the Light Rail behind me. Suddenly, I hear a familiar voice saying "Hey everybody, are you enjoying your ride?" A group of people (late teens-to early 20s) in the back of the train started freaking out. "Oh my god, thats the MAYOR!"
So I turn around, and low and behold - there he is. I turned back around, because I don't want to be the creepy guy staring at the Mayor. One of the people from the group in the back comes running up and asks for the Mayor's autograph. I just laughed...but then it got interesting.
My friend Mia says, "Wow, we were just talking about him and there he is. I gotta say 'hi'." I figure it can't be any worse than asking for his autograph, so I say "go for it."
She turns around, and yells: "Hey Mister McCrory! Come here, I have to tell you something!" The Mayor walks over and she explains how we were just talking about him and how she didn't even know who he was. "30 minutes ago, I'd never even heard of you, now here you are!"
This time...I was too embarassed to even turn around. I just sat in my seat and laughed to myself. He was polite, said a few nice words and then walked back to his group. Honestly, I think she scared him a little. Ha ha.
Mia started texting another friend, and of course, we had to get a picture for her.
That's him, behind the pole.
After the Mayor excitement, we got off on 7th Street and walked around Uptown for about 2 hours and then rode the Light Rail back. We sat near a group of people who were riding for the first time, and were just checking things out. They were very funny, and we got plenty of laughs.
None as hard as when we saw the Mayor, though.
Who knew that $2.60 would get you such a good time?
That's right...$2.60. The price of a Light Rail ticket to and from Center City.
Now, I'll be honest. I'm not from Charlotte, and just barely moved into the city limits and have an apartment there - so I wasn't around for the Light Rail vote. But like many people from just across the South Carolina border - I'm glad it is there. I can park near I-485 and ride into the city without having to figure out where to park and all that. Plus, I figure in some small way, I'm giving back to the city.
So my friends and I were bored on Friday and decided to go walk around Center City. Rather than drive around looking for a place to park, we decided to just take the light rail in.
On our way over, I mentioned to my friends that I had seen a profile for Mayor McCrory on Facebook earlier that day. (Who knows if it's actually the Mayor, or not.) All of the people with me were from South Carolina, and it didn't register right away who McCrory was. So I explained that he was the Mayor and was running for Governor.
About 30 minutes later, we were about halfway to Center City when a group gets on the Light Rail behind me. Suddenly, I hear a familiar voice saying "Hey everybody, are you enjoying your ride?" A group of people (late teens-to early 20s) in the back of the train started freaking out. "Oh my god, thats the MAYOR!"
So I turn around, and low and behold - there he is. I turned back around, because I don't want to be the creepy guy staring at the Mayor. One of the people from the group in the back comes running up and asks for the Mayor's autograph. I just laughed...but then it got interesting.
My friend Mia says, "Wow, we were just talking about him and there he is. I gotta say 'hi'." I figure it can't be any worse than asking for his autograph, so I say "go for it."
She turns around, and yells: "Hey Mister McCrory! Come here, I have to tell you something!" The Mayor walks over and she explains how we were just talking about him and how she didn't even know who he was. "30 minutes ago, I'd never even heard of you, now here you are!"
This time...I was too embarassed to even turn around. I just sat in my seat and laughed to myself. He was polite, said a few nice words and then walked back to his group. Honestly, I think she scared him a little. Ha ha.
Mia started texting another friend, and of course, we had to get a picture for her.
That's him, behind the pole.
After the Mayor excitement, we got off on 7th Street and walked around Uptown for about 2 hours and then rode the Light Rail back. We sat near a group of people who were riding for the first time, and were just checking things out. They were very funny, and we got plenty of laughs.
None as hard as when we saw the Mayor, though.
Who knew that $2.60 would get you such a good time?
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Winter Blast Coming!
The past couple of weeks have been nothing short of spectacular for our area and the Southeast with an active pattern of storms with welcome rain. I've been asked if the recent rains are 'really' doing anything to help our situation out. You better believe it! Time of year is really on our side with a low sun angle and lower evaporation rates maximizing every raindrop across the area. As I'll always say, an inch of rain in December goes a lot further than an inch of rain in July or August. Unfortunately, we need about two to three months straight of this pattern to make a huge impact in the drought recovery. That will be difficult to do. In fact, signs of another pattern change with drier conditions are close.
We'll finish 2007 with another amazing soaker on Sunday. Everything still looks good for a general 1 to 2 inch rain for many areas as low pressure develops in the Southeast and moves toward the Carolina coast. Next up, a blast of arctic air with a strong and relatively dry cold front Tuesday. The air behind this front is some of the coldest we have seen in a long time. The attached panel shows the direct link to the Arctic with the cold air pouring all the way down through Florida!
This surge of arctic air will result in highs around the Charlotte metro in the 30s and 40s Wednesday and even Thursday struggles to get into the low 40s! Morning lows will be in the teens and 20s both mornings with 20s extending into Friday morning too. And I will say this, if you love skiing, make plans now for anytime from Tuesday through next weekend to hit the North Carolina resorts. Not only will the resorts have an easy time making fresh powder for the slopes, but natural snow will blitz many of the resorts from late day Tuesday into late Wednesday night. In fact, snow chains on tires and 4-wheel drive may be the way to get to those resorts with some of the snow squalls I can see developing. Pure arctic air in the form of a strong northwest wind into the mountains, a couple of upper air disturbances to move across and enhance snow squall activity will make for a significant snow. Look for more specifics from me by Monday of next week.
We'll finish 2007 with another amazing soaker on Sunday. Everything still looks good for a general 1 to 2 inch rain for many areas as low pressure develops in the Southeast and moves toward the Carolina coast. Next up, a blast of arctic air with a strong and relatively dry cold front Tuesday. The air behind this front is some of the coldest we have seen in a long time. The attached panel shows the direct link to the Arctic with the cold air pouring all the way down through Florida!
This surge of arctic air will result in highs around the Charlotte metro in the 30s and 40s Wednesday and even Thursday struggles to get into the low 40s! Morning lows will be in the teens and 20s both mornings with 20s extending into Friday morning too. And I will say this, if you love skiing, make plans now for anytime from Tuesday through next weekend to hit the North Carolina resorts. Not only will the resorts have an easy time making fresh powder for the slopes, but natural snow will blitz many of the resorts from late day Tuesday into late Wednesday night. In fact, snow chains on tires and 4-wheel drive may be the way to get to those resorts with some of the snow squalls I can see developing. Pure arctic air in the form of a strong northwest wind into the mountains, a couple of upper air disturbances to move across and enhance snow squall activity will make for a significant snow. Look for more specifics from me by Monday of next week.
Monday, December 24, 2007
Merry Christmas Y'all!
I just wanted to take a second to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, Mele Kalikimaka , Feliz Navidad or whatever version you choose to say.
'Tis the season for joy, happiness and remembering what is most important.
We were talking before the show this morning about our plans for the Christmas break and about traditions for our family Christmas.
But we want to know what you do! What does your family do for Christmas that you think is special? Let us know.
PS - if you want, you can Track Santa tonight!
'Tis the season for joy, happiness and remembering what is most important.
We were talking before the show this morning about our plans for the Christmas break and about traditions for our family Christmas.
But we want to know what you do! What does your family do for Christmas that you think is special? Let us know.
PS - if you want, you can Track Santa tonight!
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