NEWSFLASH

Well, it looks like Billy -- Little E - Atkins waited until the height of Elvis Week here in Tupelo to make his first appearance. Mom went into labor early Wednesday -- about 4 a.m. -- and several painful hours later, gave birth at 11:17 a.m.

Both mom and baby are very healthy. Billy weighed 8.5 pounds and measured in at 21.5 inches. He promises to have a mean left hook.

He's very active crying and eating and resting up a bit between.

Yesterday afternoon was spent with family and parents who drove in for the birth. Angela is still resting up but feeling good enough for a Backyard Burger and fries only 30 minutes after delivery.

We're looking to coming back to the farm on Friday afternoon. More rest for Angela. More diapers for Billy.

But like a good reporter, Angela wanted me to get out the newsflash to let everyone know Billy has arrived happy and healthy.

Picture to follow.

Elvis comparisons are welcome.

-- Ace