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copoutWhen Tracy Morgan and Bruce Willis team up, you know it’s going to be good. Cop Out teams these award-winning actors up in their first movie duo as two long-time NYPD cops seaching for a rare baseball card. You know it’s got to be a twist, right?

Check it out at the Hollywood 16 Cinemas in Tuscaloosa. Get more info here.

Let me know what you think of the movie.

Enjoy This Free Stuff

Posted on February 25, 2010 · Leave a Comment

choc chip cookiesYou’re in college and cash is tight. You can’t beat free, right?

Many retailers and restaurants are giving out free things such as free meals and other products. The great thing is that once one chain gives away a freebie, others feel pressured to give out something, too.

Here are some recent free offers.

Free Cookies
If you’re flying home, try Midwest Airlines. You’ll get a fresh cookie on-board.

Free Ice Cream
Your never too old for ice cream. Baskin Robbins gives birthday boys and girls a free 2.5-ounce scoop on your birthday when you sign up online.

Do you know any other free deals? Go here for more info.

Move In The Easy Way

Posted on February 19, 2010 · Leave a Comment

boxesMoving into a new apartment doesn’t have to be difficult if you follow these simple steps before you pack up your belongings.

A little organization before you move can save you plenty of headaches.

Label each box. Clearly label what’s packed in each box, such as kitchen items, towels, collectibles, etc., with a Sharpie. Unpacking is much more easier when you know what’s in the box.

Get more tips here.

teacherCollege is a chance for you to explore different careers, but you may be in a for a rude awakening if you want to make a six-figure salary and you’re majoring in criminal justice or education.

Cops, court reporters and teachers can be low-paying jobs — or it make take you years to get to a higher salary. It’s best to know pay before you graduate — or at least before you pick your major if it’s a big deal.

Read more about different professions and their pay scales here.

The Top Veggie Burgers

Posted on February 18, 2010 · Leave a Comment

veggie burgerIf a big, juicy burger isn’t your thing and you’re more likely to sink your teeth into a veggie burger, check out this list of top-rated veggie burgers.

Tasters tested these burgers using a variety of factors, including:

  • Only widely available national brands.
  • Only “original” or “flame-broiled” flavors (or the simplest flavor available).
  • Each burger would be prepared according to the package instructions.
  • Each burger would be tasted twice: once naked, and once with a bit of Heinz ketchup.

Which brand do you think scored best? Find out here.

Eat For A Healthy Heart

Posted on February 12, 2010 · Leave a Comment

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Healthy recipes are really the last thing many of us want to hear about our diets, but the food you eat can make a difference in your heart health.

Try adding whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables and more low-fat dairy products to make your recipes healthier.

Learn more here.

Cut Your Cell Phone Costs

Posted on February 12, 2010 · Leave a Comment

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I’m always looking for ways to cut my bills, but my cell phone bill just keeps growing out of control. With data plans, texts, iPhones and other smart phones, the costs for a cell phone can quickly spiral out of control.

Check out our thrifty tips to save on your monthly cell phone bill.

Read more here.

apartments

Apartments are the backdrops for many famous movies and sitcoms, including Friends, The Devil Wears Prada and Sex In The City. Apartments on the big screen make living in one seem very, very cool.

Check out movies and sitcoms that feature apartments here.

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If you don’t have any idea of what to do for Valentine’s Day, check out this list of ideas of things to do in Tuscaloosa this weekend. The best part is that you don’t have to have a sweetheart to take part in these activities

If you don’t have a Valentine’s Day sweetheart, treat yourself to an event. Or, if you have a date, treat them to a special event they’ll enjoy.

Learn more here.

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Who didn’t try weird food combinations as a kid? But some people continue with strange food combos well into adulthood, like peanut butter and cucumbers. Check out this list of strange food combos.

1. Mashed potatoes and noodles with gravy.
2. Gravy and biscuits with grape jelly.
3. Peanut butter and mayo sandwiches.
4. Chocolate cake with pinto beans.
5. Hollowed-out pickles filled with ranch dressing and cheese.

Read more here.

Are foods that you eat on this list?