And we’re back around the table this fine Thursday with another Olympic-inspired edition of the Afternoon Delight. Call us predictable, but hey, the gang is a sucker for underdog stories if you haven’t gathered that by now (go Jags). Back to it — maybe you’ve always wanted to be a part of the athletic community but found yourself a jack-of-all-trades, master of none. Or in our case a jack-of-no-trades and master of none (except Mallory and her stint as a semi-pro Indo Boarder). Well, we’re here to tell you there is indeed hope in the form of the “dullest” Olympic event: the distance plunge. Exactly what you think it is and the cherry on top is that “any form of exertion was strictly forbidden.” Note the past tense there. Sadly this event was a one-and-done deal 100 years ago, but we wouldn’t be opposed to a campaign to see it back in the lineup. Don’t forget the nose plugs. Distance plunging into a Thursday afternoon in late July.
Paris is on the brain. New York is opening a French fry cafe.
Emotional Support Llamas
Portland, in a very Portland manner, has introduced emotional support llamas to greet passengers at the airport.
We’re Going back Utah Way
Looks like we're all about to stay with the editorial assistant in Utah. The Olympics are headed back to Salt Lake.
The King of Vegas
How did Elvis become the king of weddings in Sin City? Because he's a hunk of burning love? There's more to it.
Other Good News & Happenings
Bellingham, WA — we've got plans for you 8/16 - 8/18. Noisy Waters Mural Festival.
Home-grown is taking on a very literal meaning.
You're gonna be able to get one of those strawberry sandwiches soon. Japanese 7-Elevens are coming.