Small Towns in Music
There are books on how to navigate them, questions as to why anyone would live in them, and debates as to which ones are the best. They’ve produced world leaders, professional athletes, moms, dads, grandparents, and expressions heard in everyday conversation. They’re also the focus of many a song heard on MP3 players, and on radios in years gone by. Below is a list of the music that shines a spotlight on small towns. “Small Town” by John Mellencamp —... Read More
What should this photo’s title be?
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What “Twilight” Taught a Small Town, part two
The following thoughts are from the people of Forks, Washington, as stated in the documentary, “Twilight in Forks: The Saga of the Real Town, The People and Places of Forks and La Push“. This is the continuation, and conclusion, of the two-part series, “What ‘Twilight’ Taught a Small Town“. Review: LESSON #1 What brought you to fame may not keep you there. The things that once attracted businesses, and visitors to your community may someday no longer... Read More
What “Twilight” Taught a Small Town
While the story of Bella Swan, Edward Cullen, and Jacob Black has made author Stephenie Meyer internationally known, it has also made a small town in upstate Washington, USA, famous. The series, “Twilight”, based upon the interwoven lives of teenagers, vampires, and wolves, has spawned a franchise of themed-movies and merchandise. It has also launched the acting careers of several previously unknown performers, and put the city of Forks, Washington, back on the world... Read More
Using social media is like living in a small town
If you use social media then you know what it’s like to live in a small town. Granted, you may not have a physical street address, or that one blinking traffic light to slow you down. The population may be in the millions, the thousands, or—if you live in a small, small town—one hundred or less. You have your favorite places, and you know how to find them. You also know when, and why you frequent them. There are locals, and there are those just passing through. You... Read More
REI’s Women’s Business Center Luncheon
Rural Enterprises Inc. of Oklahoma’s Women’s Business Center is partnering with OSU Extension, and the Pauls Valley Chamber of Commerce to present a “social networking” luncheon. Scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 9, the two-hour event is set to begin at 11 a.m., and will be held in the chamber’s office building, located at 112 E. Paul. The gathering will join area business women (and men) as the topic of social media in business is discussed.... Read More
'Eat 'n' Tweet' set for Thursday, Nov. 5
In an attempt to bring together Garvin County Twitterers, a county-wide “tweetup” has been scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 5. The event is set to take place at the Trail’s End BBQ & Grill in Wynnewood, Okla., and is open to the area’s twittering public. “It will be a relaxed atmosphere,” said David Bracher, the event’s planner. “(There will be people there) wanting to connect offline.” According to Bracher, this “Garvin... Read More
Pauls Valley Fire Department Back In The News
For the second time this year, the city of Pauls Valley (Okla.) has made headlines due to the loss of a historic structure because of fire. The first incident came in March with the destruction of the Honest Bus Pawn Shop due to a blaze. The second incident came yesterday with the destruction of the old Leland-Alvis Hotel, also due to a blaze. With each issue of flames the presence of the Pauls Valley Fire Department has been required; both times to also include the assistance... Read More
The City of Pauls Valley, Online
Still in its infancy (launched yesterday at 8:54 a.m.), the City of Pauls Valley now has a Twitter profile. What this small town of 6,000-plus residents will tweet about is anyone’s guess; probably some of same things the rest of us are already talking, and tweeting about. There’s the new multi-million dollar police department, the downtown beautification project, a city-wide blood drive, etc. What would you want your city to tweet about? Comment below. SHARETHIS.addEntry({... Read More
GC Technology Event Schedule, Notes Released
Planners for the upcoming Garvin County Social Media/Technology Gathering released the event’s schedule and notes to the public, today. Set for Tuesday, Sept, 8, from 7 – 9 p.m., at Cornerstone Community Church, the forum is intended to bring together thought leaders from throughout Garvin County, Okla. Comprised of five keynote speakers, multiple question-and-answer sessions, multimedia, and hands-on learning, the two-hour gathering will focus on the uses for technology... Read More
