Once in a while , I get on my soapbox and today is one ….I saw some shocking pictures on the 11 o’clock news last night about a fight  that took place at the conclusion of a basketball game between Southside High and Abbeville High.  After the game ended, some punches were thrown and then fans began coming out of the stands  and getting in on the mayhem.   There were no injuries but I am amazed that deputies did not make any arrests.   Everyone involved with such an incident should have been taken to jail including players.  I’m sure you have noticed how civility is on the decline in this country and we need to make sure that incidents such as this one last night does not go without punishment. Officials at both schools have alot of mending to do and the state High School League should take immediate action to prevent this sort of thing from happening again.     Lee

Hello there.  It’s been a while since I’ve hopped on the ole blog here.  I’m apologize.  I was not feeling my best last week.  Monday started with sneezing and such and by last Thursday, I was just down and out and could barely move.  Thank goodness for Thera Flu and Jack Pyles who filled in for me that day.  Boy oh boy, did I need the rest.  I stayed in bed all day, didn’t get up till about 4:30-5:00pm.  That really is the best thing, rest.

Last night I went out dinner and then saw Shutter Island with Leonardo Dicaprio (number 1 at the Box Office this past weekend.)  Fantastic movie.  Leonardo is one of the THE BEST actors in my opinion.  I know a bunch of guys really had a distaste for him when Titanic came out, but with every film, he gets better and better.  So convincing on the big screen.  Honestly.  I say go see Shutter Island.  It is rated R and there is some language, but it will keep you on the edge of your seat, it’s a thriller.  Not so much scare you to death, depending on what you view as scary.  The Ring is a scary movie for me.  I couldn’t sleep after watching that movie.  My husband John thought Shutter Island was scary.  The difference is, Shutter Island happens in real life.  The Ring does not.  Got it?

One more thing.  (So much to catch up on) I went over to the Greenville Humane Society yesterday to buy some supplies.  Best place for supplies.  And when I went in, I saw pins and magnets sitting on the counter top!  Here is one of the pins I bought.

I bought another pin and a magnet for the fridge.  WHAT IS SO SPECIAL ABOUT THESE PINS AND MAGNETS, one of the ladies who works at GHS, her 5 year old daughter makes them!  The money goes to benefit the GHS!  I couldn’t resist.  Spectacular.  I’m gonna buy some more and give them as gifts.  They are just too cute and only $3.

And, I’m a numbnuts.  I didn’t record correctly with my Flip Camera outside the Greenville Humane Society yesterday, but I want to say CONGRATULATIONS to Alexa on her adoption!  I met Alexa and her Mom in front of GHS yesterday just after they adopted Scoobie.  (Mom works at Upstate Plastic Surgery)  I asked Alexa why she decided to adopt Scoobie and she said “because he’s big and he looked lonely.”  Well, Alexa, you have just adopted one of your greatest friends with many a fun day ahead.  Thank you for loving and taking care of Scoobie!

This past weekend…and I think you’ll agree…was one of the nicest of the year thus far and gave us a little taste of spring which is on the way  in less than four weeks.   Hope you and your family had a delightful time too.  Yesterday, CSI-Greenville, which stands for Christian Singles Interacting, had its kickoff banquet at First Presbyterian and the attendance was very good…..lots of activities are planned for singles all over the upstate in the coming weeks and months….If you are single and would like to paticipate in some of the events…just visit website www.firstpresgreenville.org  and click on links on the left side of the page and then click on single at the top of the next page…or call Charlotte at 235-0496.  Now, there is no need to do activities by yourself….companionship will change the way you look at the world .  Being in that catagory….I’m looking forward to this new adventure….have a great week…Lee

On our web site www.magic989online.com …..we have put up a tribute page to Bo Griffin, who worked as a morning host here on Magic in 05 and 06.  Please take a moment and go to the page and leave your own tribute to Bo.  She was getting ready to move to Los Angeles to do work on tv and the show Extra when she became ill and died this past Tuesday night.  She will be missed and we would love for you to share memories with our listeners…..Lee

I had the priviledge of working with one of the true pros in the broadcast business.   Bo  Griffin was the morning show host here on Magic back in 2005.  She was so witty and funny and loved her listeners.  She contributed so much to Entercom while she was here.  Bo died this past Tuesday after a brief illness.  In addition to owning her own dress shop in Greenville for many years , she continued her broadcast interests after leaving Magic and was recently planning a trip to Los Angeles to do reports on the show Extra.  My sympathy to her family and friends.  She’ll really be missed and I’ll always have fond memories 0f  our time together here on Magic 98.9..Lee

If you are single and looking for some fun activities to do with a group of singles, my church , First Presbyterian of Greenville, has begun a dynamic Singles Ministry….its called CSI:Greenville and it stands for christian singles interacting.   Our kickoff banquet is this Sunday, Feb. 21st beginning at 12:20 in the Fellowship Hall with guest speaker Dr. Roger Rhoades with such a great topic….ARE  YOU STUCK?…If so, are you willing to move out of the box.  The luncheon is just $7 and if you can come enjoy this time with singles like us…  We have planned so many activities such as movies, eating out at various restaturants, dancing, games, hiking, sporting events, music events, special events just to name a few.  If you’re looking for small or large  fellowship opportunities..CSI could be just what you’re looking for….Give it a try…Lee

An old friend, who at one time was my Valentine, was in town for the weekend and she and I went to see the movie Valentine’s Day…what a good movie for such a wonderful occasion….I recommend it for your next movie outing….also I’m looking forward to taking a few days off in the near future before we get really involved with the spring ratings book….don’t have any special plans but it will be time to sleep in late and visit some of my favorite restaurants.  Hope you have a good week and thanks for keeping me company for your workday….Lee

Just wanted to take a moment to thank you for listening to my show each day here on Magic 98.9..and especially the Totally 80’s Lunch…this past week has been really special for Valentine’s …..so let me quote to you one of my favorite Valentine’s poems….True love is a feeling that comes from the heart….True love you think about when you’re apart.  When you’re in love and you know its true, tell them the words…I LOVE YOU.   Have a great weekend….Lee

Zack is one of our sales guys here at Magic.  Tomorow is his birthday, so the sales department decided to celebrate today and give Zack his birthday present.  Zack is a jokester.  Zack is hysterical… and often at others expense. 

Not this time… click here to see!

HA!  Really, we all love Zack.  Never a cloud in the sky with him!

Here is some information about the new 2010 version of ”We Are the World” with Producer Quincy Jones and co-writer Lionel Richie.  This re-make is to benefit Haiti.

The world premiere of We Are The World 25 For Haiti will air during NBC’s coverage of the Opening Ceremony of the Vancouver Winter Olympics this Friday, February 12 at 7:30 p.m. ET/6:30 C.T.

Following the world premiere, fans will immediately be able to download the song and view exclusive footage from the recording session on the official website: WORLD25.org. Downloads will also be available on iTunes, and through a partnership with YouTube, the video will be viewable on the “We Are the World 25″ YouTube Channel (www.youtube.com/wearetheworld).   Immediate donations will be made possible by clicking on the “Donate Now” button on YouTube or by downloading the song on iTunes.

The original version, recorded in 1985 to benefit Africa, included:  Lionel Richie, Sheila E., Kenny Rogers, Paul Simon, Stevie Wonder, Bob Geldof, Daryl Hall, John Oates, James Ingram, Diana Ross, Al Jarreau, Kenny Loggins, Bette Midler, Willie Nelson, Huey Lewis & The News, Dan Aykroyd, Kim Carnes, Bruce Springsteen, Harry Belafonte,  Lindsey Buckingham, Cyndi Lauper, Billy Joel, Jeffrey Osborne, Steve Perry, Bob Dylan, Jackie Jackson, La Toya Jackson, Marlon Jackson, Tito Jackson, Randy Jackson, Tina Turner, Anita Pointer, June Pointer, Ruth Pointer (The Pointer Sisters), Dionne Warwick, Smokey Robinson, Waylon Jennings, Ray Charles and MICHAEL JACKSON.

Click here to see who is part of “We Are the World” 2010.  Scroll to the bottom of the page.