View of historic Court Square from the roof of the Goodwyn Building

View from the roof of the Shrine Building (66 Monroe, Memphis) across Mud Island Park. Buildings still had ice and show from the 1/29 storm when this pic was taken on 1/31. Notice the River is over the banks, on the Arkansas side of the river in the distance.

The "greening" of the fairgrounds brings an end to things as most of us remember them.

Track hoes are steadily tearing away at Memphis LandmarkRoller Coaster, the Zippin Pippin. It's enough to make Elvis shed a tear. 2/2/2010

YouTube link.

The images in the video are “safe for work,” but the audio is of a 911 call with a lethal outcome, so those sensitive to such tragedies might consider leaving the video “under the fold.”

Toyota has released some advice re what to do in their vehicles if the accelerator pedal becomes stuck:

• If you need to stop immediately, the vehicle can be controlled by stepping on the brake pedal with both feet using firm and steady pressure. Do not pump the brake pedal as it will deplete the vacuum utilized for the power brake assist.

• Shift the transmission gear selector to the Neutral (N) position and use the brakes to make a controlled stop at the side of the road and turn off the engine.

• If unable to put the vehicle in Neutral, turn the engine OFF. This will not cause loss of steering or braking control, but the power assist to these systems will be lost.

• If the vehicle is equipped with an Engine Start/Stop button, firmly and steadily push the button for at least three seconds to turn off the engine. Do NOT tap the Engine Start/Stop button.

• If the vehicle is equipped with a conventional key-ignition, turn the ignition key to the ACC position to turn off the engine. Do NOT remove the key from the ignition as this will lock the steering wheel.

Another excellent source of advice is an article at Car and Driver about coping with unintended acceleration.

Via Reddit, where there is an informed discussion thread.

Not just for Toyota owners - This is worth reading!

Opportunity to Protect Old Forest

Great news from Citizens to Preserve Overton Park: Rep. Jeanne Richardson and Sen. Beverly Marrero have sponsored legislation that will provide legal protection to the old growth forest of Overton Park!

Citizens to Protect Overton Park (CPOP) is asking that Memphians stand up for the Old Forest by writing letters supporting the bills, SB 2415 and HB 2563. Click HERE for more information and the names and e-mails of those to contact.

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