You’ve stumbled on the launch of Meck Deck, our little attempt to help bring some sanity to the socio-politico-culturo Charlotte scene. I’m Jeff Taylor and I’m coming to you live from my South Charlotte command post, and judging by the proto gasoline lines popping up across town, I may be here awhile.

Wow, $3.09 for premium. I feel positively European. This keeps up and I’ll be in chunky man-sandals and smoking in no time. I wonder if Tom Cox can squint and see Paris?