Category Archives: News

Wagner’s Pharmacy Keeps Tradition Simple

Posted on May 6, 2016 by theurbanllama

As anticipation reaches a frenzied height for the Kentucky Derby, those looking for betting tips on a horse and a tasty meal should stop in to Wagner’s Pharmacy. Located across the street from the backside entrance to Churchill Downs, this … Continue reading →

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Trump Wins Indiana to Become Likely GOP Nominee for President

Posted on May 4, 2016 by theurbanllama

It has been a few weeks since there has been a “big night” in the 2016 race for president, but Tuesday qualified. Donald Trump completed his comeback from taking a licking in Wisconsin and bludgeoned Ted Cruz and John Kasich … Continue reading →

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New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Ends on Damp Note

Posted on May 2, 2016 by theurbanllama

Mostly there is sun and fun in New Orleans during the annual Jazz & Heritage Festival, but there are those years when it gets wet – and the rain came down hard Saturday bringing an early end to the music. … Continue reading →

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Villanova Beats Carolina for NCAA Championship

Posted on April 8, 2016 by theurbanllama

Priceless – that is the word that comes to mind after watching the conclusion of the men’s NCAA National Championship basketball game Monday night. With 5 seconds left, North Carolina guard Marcus Paige completed his team’s comeback from a 10-point … Continue reading →

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Higher Seeds Hold Court for 2nd Week of Men’s NCAA Ball

Posted on March 25, 2016 by theurbanllama

The second week of the NCAA men’s basketball tournament cranked up again last night. Considering the volatility seen throughout college basketball this year it was not surprising the first two rounds were littered with upsets. At least one game was … Continue reading →

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Deadly Brussels Terror Attacks Rock Airport and Metro

Posted on March 23, 2016 by theurbanllama

The weird thing about the horrific images from Brussels yesterday of the ISIS bombings is that none of it is shocking, and that is a tragedy. The carnage from the airport and the utter destruction of the metro car should … Continue reading →

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Sen. McConnell and Republicans Continue Politics of Obstruction

Posted on March 18, 2016 by theurbanllama

There is an obligation that comes with being a member of the U.S. Senate, to hold hearings and vote to fill vacancies on the Supreme Court. The unexpected death of Justice Antonin Scalia while unfortunate did occur with nearly a … Continue reading →

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It’s March Madness Baby

Posted on March 17, 2016 by theurbanllama

Hello Yale Bulldogs – March Madness has arrived! Apologies to the play-in games taking place the last two nights, those were entertaining, but now the real ball kicks. This is the start of what many consider is the best four … Continue reading →

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Violence, Schmiolence, Trump Wins Big Again

Posted on March 17, 2016 by theurbanllama

Bye bye Little Marco. It was fun while it lasted. Another Super Tuesday down and another set of landslide victories for Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump. The big question entering Tuesday was whether the hatred and violence at Trump rallies … Continue reading →

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A Pivotal Night in Michigan

Posted on March 9, 2016 by theurbanllama

How great would it be to have a President Trump that could bring his magnanimity to the office, and an official line of Trumpster swag for sale to his loyal underclass constituency. Fresh off winning a big victory in Michigan, … Continue reading →

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