Now you can own John Lennon’s DNA. The late Beatles star’s hairdresser of 50 years is putting a lock of the singer’s hair up for auction. It already has a bid of $12,000. Other items up for the auction, which ends February 20th include an LP copy of “Please Please Me” signed by all 4 Beatles and a pristine copy of the Beatles’ “Yesterday and Today”.

If you’re a fan of The Good Wife, you probably saw during the super bowl the teaser that said this next season would be the final one. Could there be a spinoff? The show’s creator said “nothing’s off the table but there’s nothing formal. … We’re not saying ‘no’ to anything at this point.” The Good Wife is heading into its final nine episodes this Sunday, with the series finale to air May 8.

When it comes to parenting, there are so many issues that divide mothers – vaccinating, breastfeeding, disciplining, sleep training. But for some reason, the issue of infant ear piercing seems to get people even more riled up! The debate was re-ignited recently after Katie Price, an English TV host and model, posted a photo of her 17-month-old daughter on Instagram, showing the little girl’s pierced ears. The photo garnered thousands of likes, but just as many hateful comments. Some people even called Price a child abuser. The photo has helped start a petition  to ban infant ear piercings in the UK.

Today, February 8th, is Chinese New Year. Each Chinese New Year is characterized by one of 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac. This year is the Year Of The Monkey. If you were born in 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004 or, now, 2016, you were born in the Year of the Monkey. Traits of the Monkey: Quick-witted, charming, lucky, adaptable, bright, versatile, lively, smart. Some famous people born under the sign: Tom Hanks, Will Smith, Halle Berry, Christina Aguilera, Owen Wilson, Daniel Craig, Mick Jagger, Kim Cattrall, Nick Carter, Patricia Arquette, Christina Ricci, Demi Lovato, Miley Cyrus, Nick Jonas, Selena Gomez.

In December it was announced that every position in the U.S. military, including combat jobs, would be open to women. Currently, men between the ages of 18 and 26 have to register for the Selective Service System and show up for military duty if called. In 1981, the Supreme Court ruled that women didn’t have to register for the draft because they weren’t eligible for combat jobs. But since that’s not the case anymore, many top generals say it’s time for women register. Thoughts?

Domestic and Sexual Abuse is rampant in our society and few want to speak out about it. Consider learning what you can do to help those that suffer in silence because of past and present abuse. If you are a victim, consider attending the free session on Saturday. Register online at www.therivercc.com   Gay Lemmons came in on our morning show to tell us more about it.

The Day the Music Died Day is always observed on February 3rd. This day we remember the unfortunate and untimely death of singers 22-year-old Buddy Holly, 17-year-old Richie Valens and 28-year-old J. P. Richardson, aka: “The Big Bopper”. These three singers died in an airplane accident on February 3, 1959 near Clear Lake, Iowa. Their pilot, Roger Peterson, also died in the crash. Don McLean’s Song “American Pie” was the first to coin the phrase The Day The Music Died.

Booth Sales of Girl Scout cookies start February 7th and run until Feb. 27th on the weekends. Locations: Algood Wal-Mart, Lowes, Sam’s, Tractor Supply, Old Navy, Spring Street Market, Dollar Tree in Algood. Special thanks to Sarah Beth & Shelby Briggs for coming in to tell us about the Girl Scouts.

The White House It’s On Us campaign has launched a new contest. College a capella groups around the country can now compete for the chance to get advice from big-name musicians — and raise awareness about campus sexual assault at the same time. All the groups have to do is record themselves covering Lady Gaga’s “Til It Happens To You.” It’s composed by Diane Warren & is the theme song for the campus rape documentary “The Hunting Ground.” The film has been screened at hundreds of colleges, and the song has been nominated for a Grammy and an Oscar.

Lisa Marie Presley was only 9 years old when her Dad, Elvis passed away. Since then, she and her Mom, Priscilla, have helped his legacy continue. Lisa Marie was born 48 years ago at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Memphis. She is The King’s only child. Here she is with a lovely tribute to her Dad. It’s a duet with Elvis called “I Love You Because”.