2017

/ Rev. Patti

~ Welcome to 2017 ~

Well, here we are taking a look back at just a few years ago, especially when things really started looking upward for the country, at least for those who just wanted a government that would just let us live our lives. But before we take a look at things, let’s see what the top 10 songs were for 2017.

Top 10 Billboard Hits of 2017

10.) Congratulations by Post Malone featuring Quavo

9.) Believer by Imagine Dragons

8.) Body like a Back Road by Sam Hunt

7.) Closer by The Chainsmokers featuring Halsey

6.) Bad and Boujee by Migos featuring Lil Uzi Vert

5.) Something Just Like This by The Chainsmokers and Coldplay

4.) Humble by Kendrick Lamar

3.) That’s What I Like by Bruno Mars

2.)Despacito by Yankee featuring Justin Bieber

And the number one song in 2017 was…

Shape of You by Ed Sheeran

Top Headlines of 2017

  1. Donald Trump Inaugurated as 45th US President: Donald Trump assumes office, marking a significant shift in American politics.
  2. Harvey, Irma, and Maria: devastating hurricanes batter the US and Caribbean. A series of powerful hurricanes causes widespread destruction and loss of life.
  3. Las Vegas Shooting: Deadliest mass shooting in modern US history. A gunman opens fire on a country music festival, killing 58 people. It was rumored that he figured since they were country music fans that they must be Trump supporters.
  4. North Korea’s Nuclear and Missile Tests Escalate Tensions: North Korea conducts multiple nuclear and missile tests, raising global concerns. However, it’s not long after Trump took over White House this stops.
  5. Brexit Negotiations Begin: The UK officially triggers Article 50, initiating the process of leaving the European Union.
  6. Harvey Weinstein Sexual Harassment Scandal Rocks Hollywood: Multiple women accuse the powerful producer of sexual harassment and assault.
  7. Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Passes: Major overhaul of US tax code. A significant tax reform bill is signed into law.
  8. Robert Mugabe Resigns as Zimbabwe’s President: After 37 years in power, Mugabe is forced to resign amid protests and military intervention.
  9. Solar Eclipse Crosses the Continental US: A rare celestial event. Millions witness a total solar eclipse that spans the country.
  10. Comey Testimony Before Senate Intelligence Committee: Former FBI Director James Comey testifies about his interactions with President Trump. It’s later found out that everything Comey said on the stand in front of Congress were all lies.But he’s never held accountable.
  11. Battle for Mosul: Iraqi forces reclaim city from ISIS. A major military operation to liberate Mosul from ISIS control concludes.
  12. Catalonia Independence Referendum Sparks Crisis in Spain: A controversial referendum on Catalan independence leads to political turmoil.
  13. Charlottesville Rally: Opposing parties gathered at a rally some for and some against taking down historical monuments and a few bad actors, accused of being “White Supremacists” turns the peaceful rally violent.
  14. Net Neutrality Repeal Sparks Controversy: The FCC votes to repeal net neutrality regulations.
  15. Equifax Data Breach exposes Millions of Records: A massive data breach at Equifax compromises sensitive personal information.
  16. Saudi Arabia Cracks Down on Corruption: Dozens of princes and officials arrested. A major anti-corruption campaign is launched in Saudi Arabia.
  17. The Silence Breakers: Time magazine’s Person of the Year. The magazine honors the women who spoke out against sexual harassment and assault.
  18. Death of Fidel Castro: Former Cuban leader dies at 90. The iconic cruel figure of the Cuban Revolution passes away.

Prices in 2017

  • Avg. Home Cost – $312,000
  • Avg. Car Cost – $35,000
  • Avg. Yearly Income – $60,336
  • Minimum Wage – $7.25 hr
  • Gal Gas – $2.41
  • Gal Milk – $3.23
  • Dozen Eggs – $2.00
  • Movie Ticket – $8.97
  • Concert Ticket – $84.00 avg.
  • Postage Stamp – $.49
  • 16 oz American Cheese Slices – $3.00 to $5.00
  • 16 oz Cottage Cheese – $3.50 to $4.50
  • 16 oz Jar Peanut Butter – $3.50 to $4.50
  • 16 oz Jar Preserves – $3.00 to $4.00
  • Coffee – $10 to $15 lb
  • Butter – $3.00 to $4.50 lb
  • Margarine – $2.50 to $3.50 lb
  • 32 oz Jar Mayonnaise – $5.00 to $7.00
  • Ground Beef – $4.00 to $5.00 lb
  • Turkey – $1.62 lb
  • Chicken – $2.00 to $3.00 lb
  • Hot Dogs – $3.50 to $4.50 lb
  • Bologna – $3.00 to $4.00 lb
  • Bacon – $5.00 to $6.00 lb
  • Ribeye Steak – $10.00 to $15.00 lb
  • T-Bone Steak – $10.00 to $15.00 lb
  • 5lb Sugar – $4.00 to $6.00
  • 5lb Flour – $2.00 to $3.00
  • 5lb Potatoes – $2.00 to $4.00
  • Tomatoes -$1.50 to $2.50 lb
  • Avocados – $1.17 each
  • Avg. Box of Cereal – $3.50 to $5.00
  • Can Tuna – $1.50 to $3.00
  • LG Frozen Pizza – $5.00 to $8.00
  • Big Mac – $5.30
  • Whopper – $5.00
  • Microwave – $50.00 to $150.00
  • CD Player – $20.00 to $100.00
  • DVD Player – $20.00 to $50.00
  • DVR Player – $50.00 to $150.00
  • Basic Home Stereo System – $50.00 to $500.00
  • 35″ Flat Screen Color TV – $200.00 to $400.00
  • Desktop Computer – $300.00 to $2,000
  • Laptop – $300 to $2,000
  • Tablets – $100.00 to $500.00
  • Smartphones – $100.00 to $500.00+

Top Toys of 2017

  1. LEGO Super Mario Adventures with Interactive Mario. Prices ranged from $39.00 to $49.99.
  2. Hot Wheels City Ultimate T-Rex Transforming Hauler: Price ranged from $67.99 to $79.99.
  3. Furby Interactive Plush Toys: Prices ranged from $33.99 to $52.00.
  4. Disney Junior Mickey Mouse E-I-Oh!. Sold for $24.99 to $39.99.
  5. Fisher Price Harley Davidson Tough Trike: Sold for $39.99 to $58.00.
  6. Squishmallows:  Sold for a few dollars to $20+.
  7. Pokemon: Pokemon made a comeback in 2017 and sold for a few dollars for small figures to hundreds of dollars for collectible cards.
  8. Magic Mixies: Sold for $40 to $60.
  9. L.O.L Surprise!: Prices ranged from a few dollars  for individual dolls to over $100 for large playsets.
  10. Cocomelon: Prices varied from a few dollars for the smaller toys to over $50 for larger playsets.

Top TV Shows of 2017

  1. The Big Bang Theory
  2. NCIS
  3. Sunday Night Football
  4. This is Us
  5. Roseanne
  6. Young Sheldon
  7. The Good Doctor
  8. Bull
  9. Thursday Night Football
  10. Blue Bloods
  11. NCIS: New Orleans
  12. The Voice
  13. Grey’s Anatomy
  14. Dancing with the Stars
  15. Hawaii Five-0
  16. The Voice Tuesday
  17. Mom
  18. Chicago Med
  19. NCIS: Los Angeles
  20. Chicago PD

Top Movies of 2017

  1. Thor: Ragnarok
  2. Wonder Woman
  3. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2
  4. Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle
  5. It
  6. Spiderman: Homecoming
  7. Get Out
  8. Coco
  9. Logan
  10. John Wick: Chapter 2
  11. Baby Driver
  12. Split
  13. Blade Runner 2049
  14. Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi
  15. Beauty and the Beast
  16. The LEGO Batman Movie
  17. Dunkirk
  18. The Greatest Showman
  19. Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri
  20. Kingsman: The Golden Circle

Well, that’s it for 2017. Tomorrow we hit the streets running to remember 2018.

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