Though we have no idea where she found the free time to help launch a comedy troupe, our very own sales executive Emily Dorroh is being featured in Skirt! magazine this month, and we couldn't be prouder. Check out the article on our featured employee here. And then check out her new venture, Village Theater. Congrats, Em!


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Bush has been a real pain in our asses for far too long. And now Bliss Spa is helping you to get rid of Bush with a discount on its painless-as-possible bikini waxing.

During the transition from one president to another, get 20 percent off Bliss Spa's signature Brazilian bikini wax, plus any waxing and post-waxing products you buy. (My fave: Get Out of Hair, a body lotion to soothe post-waxed and post-shaved skin, plus minimize ingrown hairs with willow bark extract.)

Offer valid Jan. 19 to Feb. 1.

Book your appointment now through Blissworld.com or by calling 877-862-5477 (TO-BLISS). Be sure to mention "Farewell to Bush" at checkout.

Bliss Atlanta-Midtown is nestled in the W Midtown (188 14th St NE). Hours are 9 a.m.-9 p.m., seven days a week. Reach them directly at 404-685-3510.

 

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In the Travel Channel's new series, Man vs. Food, host Adam Richman sets out to travel the country in search of the best places to do some serious indulging. This Wednesday, Jan. 7, the show's set in Atlanta. The three restaurants featured are Gladys Knight's Chicken & Waffles, Big Pie in the Sky Pizzeria and the Vortex Bar & Grill.

Tune into the Travel Channel on Wednesday at 10 p.m. to see Adam chat with Vortex customers, staff and co-owners Michael and Suzanne. Or, head down to either Vortex location, where the show will be airing, volume up. (Full article and comments)

Obama wants CNN correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta as his new Surgeon General, according to the Washington Post.

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In 1981, they wanted protection from foreign competition. In 2008, they wanted protection from the effects of that competition and the faulty decisions they made in addressing it. (Full article and comments)

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Though pale vampires seem to be all the rage, we wish undead rocker Marilyn Manson (pictured) would add a bit of bronzer to his makeup palate when he turns 40 on Jan. 5.

 

Perky news anchor Katie Couric has received mixed reviews since moving to prime time, but we applaud her bold move. She’s 52 on Jan. 7.

 

He's no national treasure, but Nicolas Cage is the birthday boy, turning 45 on Jan. 7.

 

“Trapped in the closet” singer R. Kelly is 42 this Jan. 8, technically old enough to be a grandfather to the minors he seems to prefer.

 

Marilyn Manson owes sexually ambiguous rocker David Bowie a debt of thanks—if not millions in royalties. Ziggy Stardust himself is 62 on Jan. 8.

 

We'd crack a joke at his expense, but lean green grilling machine pitchman George Foreman, who’s 60 on Jan. 10, looks like he could still kick our butt.

 

All the hair gel and ridiculously hot young wives in the world can’t keep Rod Stewart looking “Forever Young.” The rock ‘n’ roll rooster is 64 on Jan. 10.

 

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Though pale vampires seem to be all the rage, we wish undead rocker Marilyn Manson would add a bit of bronzer to his makeup palate when he turns 40 on Jan. 5.

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Have a safe and joyous one, everyone. See you in 2009. (Full article and comments)

Whether your holiday cash is burning a hole in your pocket or you still haven't found the perfect NYE outfit, Fickle Manor Boutique has lots of fab deals for you. The Morningside boutique's clearance sale starts today with all fall and winter clothes and shoes on sale 20 to 70 percent off. Sale racks are filled with deals on Nicole Miller, Liquid, Red Engine, French Connection, Poleci, Nally and Millie, KLD, Karlie, Notice, Yellow Box Shoes and many more.
The Fickle Manor Boutique is located at 1402-4 North Highland Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30306. 404- 541-0960. www.ficklemanor.com. (Full article and comments)

Fanny Suazo has returned home. Meanwhile, the Honduran government is looking into reports of incompetence at Atlanta's Honduran Consulate. (Full article and comments)