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Graceland to mark Elvis Presley’s 75th birthday with year-long celebration (The Telegraph)

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The year-long celebration of Elvis Presley's 75th Birthday continues on March 1 with the grand opening of "Elvis Presley: Fashion King," at Graceland. The exhibit is the first of its kind at Elvis' home in Memphis, and explores fashion trends ushered in by the King of Rock ... Continue reading Graceland to mark Elvis Presley’s 75th birthday with year-long celebration (The Telegraph) »

The Style of Elvis Presley Showcased at First-Ever Fashion Exhibit at Graceland (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

MEMPHIS, Tenn.----The year-long celebration of Elvis Presley’s 75th Birthday continues on March 1 with the grand opening of “Elvis Presley: Fashion King,” at Graceland. The exhibit is the first of its kind at Elvis’ home in Memphis, and explores fashion trends ushered in by the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Continue reading The Style of Elvis Presley Showcased at First-Ever Fashion Exhibit at Graceland (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance) »

Zippin Pippin zapped, coaster on ground in Memphis (WBAY Green Bay)

Written by NewsFeed. Published on February 13th, 2010 in Elvis News.
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Associated Press - February 12, 2010 11:55 AM ET MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - The Zippin Pippin roller coaster, which Elvis Presley loved to ride, is on the ground in Memphis after part of it... Continue reading Zippin Pippin zapped, coaster on ground in Memphis (WBAY Green Bay) »

Roller coaster bound for Wisconsin grounded in Memphis (Pioneer Press)

Written by NewsFeed. Published on February 12th, 2010 in Elvis News.
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MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Zippin Pippin roller coaster, which Elvis Presley loved to ride, is on the ground in Memphis after part of it collapsed during dismantling. Continue reading Roller coaster bound for Wisconsin grounded in Memphis (Pioneer Press) »

Zippin Pippin zapped, coaster on ground in Memphis (WKBT La Crosse)

Written by NewsFeed. Published on February 12th, 2010 in Elvis News.
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Associated Press - February 12, 2010 11:55 AM ET MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - The Zippin Pippin roller coaster, which Elvis Presley loved to ride, is on the ground in Memphis after part of it... Continue reading Zippin Pippin zapped, coaster on ground in Memphis (WKBT La Crosse) »

Pippin could be Zippin to Wisconsin (WKBT La Crosse)

Written by NewsFeed. Published on February 8th, 2010 in Elvis News.
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Associated Press - February 8, 2010 1:35 PM ET MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) - If the mayor of Green Bay, Wis., gets his way, the old wooden roller coaster Elvis Presley loved to ride will be rolling... Continue reading Pippin could be Zippin to Wisconsin (WKBT La Crosse) »

The Elvis Motor Classics International Car Show at Graceland Presented by Icons (The Auto Channel)

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MEMPHIS, Tenn.--Elvis Presley is the most recognizable icon in the world today. As a pop culture phenomenon, he is known for his music, charisma, looks, and love for cars. Continue reading The Elvis Motor Classics International Car Show at Graceland Presented by Icons (The Auto Channel) »

The Elvis Motor Classics International Car Show at Graceland Presented by Icons (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance)

MEMPHIS, Tenn.----Elvis Presley is the most recognizable icon in the world today. As a pop culture phenomenon, he is known for his music, charisma, looks, and love for cars. During his lifetime it is estimated that Elvis purchased over 200 automobiles including a 1956 Purple Cadillac Eldorado Convertible, a 1973 ... Continue reading The Elvis Motor Classics International Car Show at Graceland Presented by Icons (Business Wire via Yahoo! Finance) »

A different take on Elvis’ life (Everett Herald)

Elvis Presley is one of the most enduring figures in American pop culture history. Hundreds of thousands of people still pay each year to see the Graceland mansion in Memphis, Tenn., and fork over cash for his music and memorabilia. Continue reading A different take on Elvis’ life (Everett Herald) »

From Dada to Elvis, Andrei Codrescu has plenty to say (Tallahassee Democrat)

In August 1997, the Romanian poet, essayist and National Public Radio commentator Andrei Codrescu delivered the closing address at a three-day conference about Elvis Presley in Memphis, Tenn., on the 20th anniversary of the famed singer's death. Continue reading From Dada to Elvis, Andrei Codrescu has plenty to say (Tallahassee Democrat) »