Arts & History
From The Files 07-04
KGOK goes off the air
1999 — 10 Years Ago
News: At 11 a.m., Saturday, Pauls Valley’s local radio station will cease its FM broadcast on 97.7 KGOK, said station manager, Darla Clemens. The station will return to its original AM broadcast on 1470 KVLH which first began in 1948.
Entertainment: Royal Theatre – Now showing. “Big Daddy” starring Adam Sandler.
Sports: Wynnewood’s Stephanie Christian struck gold Tuesday afternoon at the World Games in North Carolina. In what was her strongest sport of the three she entered, Christian heaved the shot put to a gold medal against some very tough competition. Powerlifting coach, Woody Bearden, had some success as weightlifter, Chris Paynter, won a gold medal in the benchpress.
1984 — 25 Years Ago
News: Lisa Watson, fifteen year-old daughter of Bill and Floy Watson of Elmore City, was recently a contestant in the Oklahoma State Ideal Miss Pageant held in Oklahoma City. On Saturday Miss Watson was crowned 1984 State Ideal Miss Queen for the age division 13-17.
Entertainment: Royal Twin Theatre – “Rhinestone” starring Dolly Parton.
Brewer’s Drive In – “Shhh! Top Secret!””
Sports: There was a two-shot difference between first and second place in the weekly scramble at the Pauls Valley Municipal Golf Course Thursday. The winning team of David Robberson, Ann Robberson, Brian Boiles, Stan Musgrove, Darrell Trousdale and Wayne Coffman carded an eight-under-par 28.
1959 — 50 Years Ago
News: Sale of the Paoli and Rosedale telephone exchanges to the Chickasaw Telephone Co. was announced recently. Mr. and Mrs. J.T. West, owners of the Paoli and Rosedale phone systems since Feb. 15, 1951, announced the transaction. They will continue to operate the systems until the Paoli exchange is converted to the dial system.
Entertainment: Corral Drive In – Double Feature! “War of the Satellites” and “Attack of the 50 ft. Woman.”
Business: J.L. Daugherty Insurance – Offers superior insurance service at a savings to careful drivers. 214 S. Walnut – Phone 1196.
Sports: Rocky Marciano will begin test-training next week for a European tour that’s expected to include some sparring exhibitions and could possibly lead to a comeback. The 33 year-old “Brockton Blockbuster” who retired undefeated on April 27, 1956, has been issuing denials that he plans to return to the ring.
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New extension agent ready for lessons
The quest of a college graduate to find a field that fits their degree is by no means a new mission, but the rewarding feeling of finding that job is as unique as the individual.
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‘Trailer Park Wars!’ blurs line between reality, stereotype
Well break out the moonshine and rustle up some possum on the half shell board game fans because the mobile home folks done got in on the competition.
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SORC Employee still looks forward to work after 22 years
There’s something that can be said for a job that takes even the least exciting tasks and keeps them interesting from day to day, let alone after two decades.
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‘Flapjacks & Sasquatches’ one timber away from genius
If there is anyone in this world that is still holding out for a game that honors both the rugged tradition of tree chopping macho men and an urban legend almost as hairy as they are, your prayers have been answered. If you haven’t been praying for this miracle in fun time, you are either not from the wooded lands up north or you just haven’t imagined yet.
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PV a good will mission for resident
During the hardest times of one’s life it is always easier to overcome those difficult moments when there is someone to help along the way.
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“Despicable Me” makes evil a family activity
With all the things that are good in life, we often will condemn or ignore something that is even the slightest bit fiendish. Sure, the agonizing 24-hour networks seem to thrive on bad information, but rarely do we acknowledge that inside all of us is a small desire to be mischievous.
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Paoli School more than a home
There may be no shortage of accolades to go around when it comes to key people in society like police officers, doctors or teachers, but for those who work with those individuals, the gratitude isn’t always as public.
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Catering business cooks way to success
One may not have to be a five star chef to turn on an oven or boil a pot of water, but those that can prove themselves a master of the kitchen will find it easier to obtain the ingredients for success.
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“Bioshock 2” proves story driven games can still thrive
If I had to peg one reason why my enthusiasm for first person shooting games faded out years ago it would most likely be the lack of a gripping story. In fact, video games on the console drove me to not to play anything other than PC games for the same reason after the retirement of the Super Nintendo with no revival until the first Xbox variant.
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Spring Crest proud to be in Pauls Valley’s window
Where one might see a simple window decoration or a cover for a pillow, someone else may see a masterpiece.
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