Heartburn sufferers beware. Medications that contain proton pump inhibitors are increasing odds of dementia. Researchers in Germany found that people over 75 that took the medications had a 44% increased risk of dementia compared to those who don’t use the drugs. Some name brands that contain PPI’s are Prilosec, Nexium and Prevacid.

A fitting tribute to a true musical genius. Lady Gaga grew up loving David Bowie, so it was perfect that she was chosen to honor him at the Grammy Awards. She did a medley of many hits from David Bowie. Lady Gaga even got a tattoo on her ribs of Bowie’s face with the famous lightening bolt image. She said THIS is what started it all.

Sheryl Crow has come a long way from being a back-up singer on Michael Jackson’s Bad World Tour. Since then, she’s had eight studio albums and nine Grammy awards. In honor of her 54th birthday, here’s a goodie from 1996…………

Bill Hader & Fred Armisen go into character as The Blue Jean Committee for a special video announcement of the Hall & Oates Summer 2016 Tour!

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.