Joe Rogan and Very Smart Guy Eric Weinstein discussed America's dependence on China for drugs last week. Video of the discussion is posted below. Enjoy.
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
America the Junkie
Fairgrounds Director Busted for Prostitution.
Madison police arrested Stephen Hutton today for prostitution. Hutton is the Executive Director for the Mississippi Fair Commission. Ag Commits Andy Gipson issued the following statement:
Epigrams and Interludes (Covid-19 Edition)
My favorite chapter of Nietzche's Beyond Good and Evil is "Epigrams and Interludes".
The philosopher chooses to collect a wide array of various thoughts
and place them into one chapter. I have decided to post my
observations about the Covid-19 virus in the same vein instead of
writing several posts. Enjoy.
Mississippi Breaks 2,000 Patient Barrier
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 88 new cases of the
Wuhan Virus this morning. The total number of cases is 2,003. The
virus has caused 67 deaths.
Sid Salter: Covid-19 Robbing Us of Opportunities to Honor Departed Giants
One of the real casualties of the COVID-19 pandemic has been our abilities to properly honor the lives of our friends and loved ones. Funerals are indeed on the list of activities limited by social distancing requirements and the rule of 10.
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
How China Lied as Its People Sickened & Died
The national media has pretty much ignored how China blatantly covered up the spread of the Covid-19 virus as thousands of its people died while allowing travelers to infect the world without so much as a warning. National Review's Jim Geraghty dove into the Covid-19 weeds, rolled around, and created a timeline that reports the depths of Chinese depravity. An abbreviated version of the thorough timeline is posted below while the full version can be read at the National Review website. Mr. Geraghty wrote:
The Do-Gooders Do It Again
The Do-Gooders continue to strike as they work hard to make sure our grocery stores will continue to have shortages.
Governor Holds Covid-19 Briefing
Governor Tate Reeves is holding a press conference. It is streamed below.
State Vet Recommends Animal Shelters Suspend Adoptions & Rescues
The State Board of Animal Health recommended animal shelters cease adoptions and intakes during the Governor's shut-down order. State Veterinarian Dr. Jim Watson stated in an April 4 memo:
1,915 Covid-19 Infections, 59 Deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 177 new cases of the
Wuhan Virus this morning. The total number of cases is 1,915. The
virus has caused 59 deaths. 30% (373) of infected patients have been hospitalized.
Fake Cop of the Day
Impersonating a cop is never a good idea, especially when the Sheriff pulls you over.
School Lesson of the Day
Schooling those kids at home right now can be a challenge, even with the aid of modern technology. Thankfully, the U.S. Navy served up something that is educational and fun. The Navy provided last week a virtual tour of the U.S.S. Constitution, yup, Old Ironsides herself. The video is a little over an hour long and is something both children and adults can enjoy.
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Monday, April 6, 2020
Equal Time (School Edition)
Infectious disease expert Dr. Michael Osterholm thinks closing schools because of the Covid-19 virus is a mistake. He said the negative consequences of closing schools may outweigh their closure. It is an interesting discussion that starts at 6:00 in the video.
Health Department: WEAR MASKS!!!
The Mississippi State Department of Health issued the following statement.
Driver Gets a Concrete Case of the Stupid
A suspect apparently watched Beverly Hills Cop II a few too many times as he used a concrete truck to run though a few vehicles last Thursday in Desoto County. Police were forced to fire upon the suspect but he survived. Video of the chase and shooting is posted below.
Covid-19 Model Improves for Mississippi
The University of Washington's Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation in Seattle lowered its forecast of Covid-19 deaths in Mississippi. IHME predicted Mississippi would have 674 deaths in a March 25 paper. The updated forecast states Mississippi will have 237 deaths by August 4. Website.
100 New Covid-19 Cases
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 100 new cases of the Wuhan Virus this morning. The total number of cases is 1,738. The virus has caused 51 deaths. 334 patients are hospitalized.
Save Us From the Do-Gooders
Save us from the dumbass do-gooders. Check out this message that appeared on social media yesterday:
Sunday, April 5, 2020
Need Some Viewing Relief?
HBO opened the vault and is making 500 hours of streaming available for free. That's right. Free. You can't get Game of Thrones but The Sopranos and The Wire are available. Those two shows are some of the best TV you will ever see. You're welcome.
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The Queen's Speech
The Queen gives one last reminder of what the WW2 generation is made of:
Why We Can't Have Nice Things
More than a few people were upset when Governor Tate Reeves closed the Ross Barnett Reservoir. Why can't we fish? Why can't we kayak? A boat isn't hurting anyone? Why did the Governor shut down the Rez? There is another side to the story. Actually, there are several sides and none of them are good.
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Equal Time
Posted below is an interesting discussion by an ER doc comparing the use of ventilators to filtered CPAP machines for Covid-19 patients. Ventilators are rough on a patient and often cause collateral damage. Covid-19 patients also have a lower survival rate once they are placed on a ventilator compared to overall ventilator patients. The panelists wonder if patients start going south because the vents are used too early. Some are experimenting with CPAP machines and report positive results. The podcast is less than 15 minutes.
Sunday Morning Sermon
You really can't make it to church this morning but no worries, JJ has you covered. Enjoy this 1991 sermon presented by the late Dr. Frank Pollard of First Baptist Church (Jackson).
Mississippi: 1,638, Hinds: 154
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 183 new cases of
Coronavirus this morning. The total number of cases is 1,638. The
virus has caused 43 deaths. 302 patients are hospitalized.
Bill Crawford: Trump Changes Tune But Will His Followers?
Personal freedom stands as the most liberal innovation of human civilization. How ironic that it stands as a key political manifesto of today’s conservative movement in America.
Saturday, April 4, 2020
Taming the Savage
Our marble racers take on the Savage Speedway in this week's edition of Formula 1 Marble Racing. Will Galactic win yet another race or will the Hazers run him off the track? Watch below and find out. Enjoy.
Mississippi: 1,455 Infections, 35 Deaths
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 97 new cases of
Coronavirus this morning. The total number of cases is 1,455. The
virus has caused 35 deaths. 283 patients are hospitalized.
Friday, April 3, 2020
Where Are You Going?
Are you people staying put? Google wants to know so it checked your cellphone's location history and compiled a neat little report that is posted below. It has all sorts of groovy information for the state as well as each county. Read it and weep.
Bonnet Carre Spillway Opens Today
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers opened the Bonnet Carre Spillway opened today. WWL-TV reported:
Mississippi: 1,358, Hinds: 139
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 181 new cases of Coronavirus this morning. The total number of cases is 1,358. The virus has caused 29 deaths. 262 patients are hospitalized.
Health Department Stonewalls Again
The Mississippi State Department of Health continues to stonewall on providing information about the Coronavirus. Coronavirus infection of health care workers has been a major problem as infected workers transmit the virus or are unable to work. Unfortunately, the State Department of Health refuses to disclose how many Mississippi health care workers are infected with the virus.
Need Coffee?
Uh-oh. Your coffee addiction is kicking in but guess what? Your favorite place is shut down unless it has a drive-through. Never fear, local coffee tycoon Jasmine Calvert is here. Her epresso cafe, The Bean Parlor, will deliver that gourmet coffee you so desperately crave to you:
Thursday, April 2, 2020
Equal Time
Or an opposing view to the conventional wisdom on Covid-19.
Our old friend Karl Denninger over at the Market Ticker website wonders whether hospital workers are vectors for the Covid-19 virus. Karl is no doctor but is just a smart guy who comes up with rather interesting questions.. He penned a post on his website a few days ago that questioned the use of social distancing to fight the Covid-19 virus while positing it was infected health care workers who are becoming vectors. His post is reprinted below with his permission.
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Katrina'ed Again
The Wuhan Virus continues to flatten New Orleans. Check out the numbers:
Throwback Thursday: Granny Got Game
Today's edition of Throwback Thursday will be a little bit different than the usual fare. Some of our local Grandmothers, even the ones no longer with us, had some serious game back in their day. JJ took a stroll through time 60-70 years ago. Posted below are the results of the research.
Health Dept. Hides Nursing Home Info, Won't Increase Inspections During Shutdown
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The Mississippi State Department of Health will not increase inspections of nursing homes while they are locked down to visitors. There are Covid-19 infections at 22 long-term care facilities in Mississippi.
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Mississippi: 1,177, Hinds: 118
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 104 new cases of Coronavirus this morning. The total number of cases is 1,177. The virus has caused 26 deaths. 223 patients are hospitalized.
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Rez Closed
The Pearl River Valley Water Supply District issued the following statement today:
Governor Issues Shelter at Home Order
Governor Tate Reeves issued the following statement and executive order.
Madison Shuts Down
Madison Mayor Mary Hawkins-Butler issued the following statement.
Hurricane Covid Batters New Orleans
The Louisiana Department of Health 6,424 cases of Wuhan Virus and 273 deaths. 1,498 patients are hospitalized while 490 patients are on ventilators. The statistics are double what they were a week ago. JJ reported last Thursday "The Louisiana State Department of Health reported 2,355 case of the
Wuhan Virus and 83 deaths today. 676 patients are hospitalized while
239 are on ventilators." The majority of the deaths continue to be patients suffering from diabetes or obesity as underlying conditions.
Ouch!
The Clarion-Ledger is furloughing all employees making over $38,000 per year. The employees will be furloughed for one week each month.
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Jackson Shutting It Down Friday
Mayor to shut down gun stores.
Jackson Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba issued the following Executive Order. Pay attention to Section 12(b) for a list of essential businesses.
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State Breaks 1,000 Case Barrier, Hinds Goes Over 100
Sawces say more Governor to issue more shelter in place orders.
The Mississippi State Department of Health reported 136 new cases of Coronavirus this morning. The total number of cases is 1,073. The virus has caused 22 deaths. The increase is 40 more cases than it has been for the previous six days. 218 patients are hospitalized.
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Sid Salter: Wicker Played Key Role in CARES Act
Most Mississippians are aware of the heroic role that the late Republican Mississippi U.S. Sen. Thad Cochran played in 2005 in literally saving Mississippi and the rest of Gulf Coast by wrestling a $29 billion Hurricane Katrina relief package from his reluctant Capitol Hill colleagues.
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