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Big Rube’s Philly: Deborah Mayfield of Admirations Hair It Iz
Salon owner Deborah Mayfield is my muse this Women’s History Month. She owns Admirations Hair It Iz, located at 17th and South. Combined with her previous locations at 13th and Sansom and, before that, at 21st and Chestnut, Admirations has been in business 37 years. People refer to the salon’s current location as “Graduate Hospital.” … Continue reading Big Rube’s Philly: Deborah Mayfield of Admirations Hair It Iz
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Fun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend
Things to do this week in Philly include continued celebration of Women’s History Month, fundraisers for art and immigrants in need, world-renowned dance performance, and Disney live on stage. There’s something for everyone, whether you want to take the kids along for dinosaurs while you sip at a museum beer garden, or sit in for … Continue reading Fun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend
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“What Does AG Stand For? Aspiring Governor”
Earlier this week, The Philadelphia Citizen announced that we’re holding an Ultimate Job Interview of the candidates for PA attorney general, in partnership with 6abc, Spotlight PA and WURD. You’ll recall we did this for last year’s mayoral primary, to much acclaim. Arguably, this year’s race for attorney general is even more important than that … Continue reading “What Does AG Stand For? Aspiring Governor”
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