Happy New Year Enid!!
We hope 2007 is your best year ever. Look for new and exciting things going on around Enid Buzz and Shaggy Duck Studios in 2007.

What's your new years resolution? Here's a few of the most popular:

1. Quit Smoking
2. Lose Weight
3. Quit Drinking
4. Go Back To School
5. Spend More Time With Family
6. Help Others
7. Get Organized
8. Get A Better Job
9. Get Out Of Debt
10. Learn Something New

This beautiful painting was created by Enid's Amanda LaMunyon, an impressionistic artist. What's so amazing is that it was created when she was 9. Amanda LaMunyon is now an 11-year-old girl who has exceptional artistic talent and who also has Asperger's syndrome, which according to a Web site about the disorder is a milder form of autism that is characterized by social isolation and eccentric behavior in childhood.

Amanda sells her artwork on her website and has donated a portion of the proceeds to Children's Medical Research Institute in Oklahoma City.

Read more about this special girl from Enid, Oklahoma.

Amazing Kids Story
www.amandalamunyon.com

Gerald R. Ford, 93, the 38th president of the United States died Tuesday night in California. He was the only man ever to reach the White House without being elected to national office as both Vice-President and President.

He was born Leslie Lynch King, Jr. after his biological father. He was later renamed after his adoptive father.

Gerald Ford had two attempts on his life in California during the month of September, 1975. Both attempts were by women.

President Ford became the nation's longest-living president, at 93 years, 121 days, surpassing the mark of Ronald Reagan.

Ford was the last remaining member of the Warren Commission appointed to study the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.

Ford played center on University of Michigan national champion football team. He also received contract offers from the Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions, which he turned down in favor of attending Yale law school.

President Ford won the Republican nomination for the Presidency in 1976, but lost the election to his Democratic opponent, former Governor Jimmy Carter of Georgia.

Here's a heart warming story about a girl, the Internet and a guy that took a chance.

A few months ago a graphic designer in Nashville named Glenn Sweitzer accepted a new friend on his myspace account. Her name was Rachel Shay. Rachel was from a small town in Oklahoma called Enid. Glenn knows a bit about country music having designed album/CD covers for almost every top country artist singing today.

After hearing a song on her myspace account, Glenn knew Rachel had something special. Here's a little of the story in his own words:

Well, I will not go into the details on this, but let's say that Rachel had a pretty bad year. I learned about everything through Rachel's mom, who emailed me. Once I heard all the story's, I had a burning desire to do something for her. I first thought about calling the "Make A Wish Foundation", but decided to try to do it on my own.

I wanted to get Rachel into Nashville, to record some songs to just celebrate all she has made it through. I first called a good friend, Jim Reilley, to see if he would be interested in producing this little project of mine. He actually said yes, and also gave me a CD with 12 songs on it for Rachel to pick from. I then spoke with Vicky Hilliard from Athena Health Spa, to see if they can help with some things....like..YEA!! Not only did they provide full spa treatments, massages and nail jobs, but they worked out the hotel stay for 5 days at the Holiday Inn. I then spoke with Pam Tillis, and got 2 dinner Christmas Show tickets at the Opryland Hotel. After the show, Rachel and her sister Rhonda got to meet Pam. I then spoke with my buddy Dustin Bogue...he was amazing, and pulled together the musicians we would need to make the music.

Well, it all came together, Rachel and her sister spent 5 days here, and had a very busy schedule. AND... the last day they were here, we squeezed in a photoshoot and this music video shoot.

After all this, we have built a pretty amazing friendship. I am hoping to help her pursue her dream of music to the next level.

Through this whole situation, I was filming and documenting it, to make a mini-documentary in the near future. To complete this, I will be heading to her small town right before Christmas, where we are both being interviewed for the Oklahoma papers and radio. I just wanted to do a positive thing for somebody, and show that myspace is not all that bad! This has been the most amazing gift I have ever received.

Glenn has now been to Enid and has commented about it on his blog.

For more on this story visit these two sites:

Glenn Sweitzer
Rachel Shay

Yep, I've been named the TIME Person Of The Year! Can you believe it? Little old me from Enid, Oklahoma. What an honor! Me, on the cover of TIME Magazine.

Thank you, thank you, I'll never forget this. Here's what TIME said about ME!

"For seizing the reins of the global media, for founding and framing the new digital democracy, for working for nothing and beating the pros at their own game, TIME's Person of the Year for 2006 is Curtis D. Tucker."

Gosh, I'm just speechless. I'd like to thank everyone that supported me and got me here. I'd like to thank my computer for getting me online and I'd like to thank my family for putting up with my long hours online.

TIME also named anyone that has ever been on the Internet as Person of the year. Although that includes a billion or so folks I'm sure I was at the top of the list. Congrat's to all!

You say it's your birthday? It's my birthday too yeah!!!

It's been 44 years and my hair style hasn't changed much.

Gifts, presents and sentiments can be sent here.

The Enid Metropolitan Area Planning Commission approved a proposed drugstore site plan at 3915 W. Garriott in front of Oakwood Mall. The pharmacy would be built in the area just east of Blockbuster Video. There are still details to be worked out but Enid is likely to have another pharmacy soon.

Which pharmacy might be building in Enid? Could it be CVS Pharmacy?

CVS opened its first store in Lowell, MA in 1963 under the name Consumer Value Store. As the company grew and they opened more stores, they phased out the full name and became known as CVS. Unofficially, the letters stand for the "convenience, value and service".

CVS looks for highly visible locations in high traffic areas that are easily accessible and are in a trade area of at least 18,000 people. They prefer sites that can support a freestanding store with drive-thru capability, between 1.5 to 2 acres, with parking for at least 80 vehicles.

Any scoop out there?? Let us know.

Happy Holidays to everyone that reads the Buzz Blog. We hope to get more info and many more updates in 2007. Here's my song and dance thanking you for your support...

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Mel Tillis will perform at 7 p.m. Dec. 16 at Chisholm Trail Coliseum, 111 W. Purdue. Ticket prices are $30, $35 and $45. Call 237-0238 to order.

Mel Tillis has been in the music/entertainment business now for over 45 years. He and his band, the Statesiders, have worked concerts all over the 50 states, Canada, England, and other countries.

He has appeared on such television shows as 20/20, The Tonight Show, The 700 Club, Prime Time Country, 60 Minutes, Crook & Chase, David Letterman, and he has served as host for Music City News Awards and Music City Tonight.

Get out and enjoy yourself!

Santa is waiting to talk to your child! If you have children, grandchildren, nieces, nephews or you're a big kid yourself, try calling this "800" phone number and listen to Santa Claus. From Dec 13th - Dec 24th, there will be a new message from Santa everyday. He reminds the children to be good and thoughtful to others and he sounds very real..... Best of all it is FREE!

Santa Claus Hotline 1-800-972-6242

Labels: photography, portraits, wess gray

I took this full moon photo from my front yard in Enid, OK this month and posted it to help kick off a fun filled few weeks of star gazing. Get ready to see wonders that won't be seen again for years to come.

Beginning December 10, planets Jupiter, Mercury and Mars will be visible to the naked eye until December 14. These three planets in conjunction can be seen early morning, 40 minutes before sunrise. While the phenomenon became visible from earth on Thursday, the conjunction will be within 1 degree circle on Sunday, which is very rare and occurs only once in 50 years.

You will need to look towards the east and southeast direction close to the horizon at 5.50 am, 40 minutes before sunrise to spot Jupiter, Mercury and Mars. You can use the naked eye or binoculars to see this fun occurance.

Also this month there will be meteor showers likely to occur through December 17. You should be able to see bright streaks of light zipping across the night sky. Away from city lights, you should be able to see these showers with the naked eye. On December 14, the Geminid meteor shower will be at its peak where more than 120 meteors are expected to be seen from night skies.

Look towards the northeast and east from 10.30 pm onwards. Morning walkers can look towards the sky between the west and northwest direction from 4.00 am onwards. Bright streaks of light will be seen darting through the atmosphere.

Happy Gazing!!

Labels: enid, moon, planets

The Big Blue lost a hard fought game to Jenks in the Class 6A football championship game Friday night at Skelly Stadium. The Jenks Trojans beat the Plainsmen 28-7 in a battle of great defenses.

Not many teams make it to the state finals after having a tough year due to injuries but the Plainsmen made it and they should be proud. Congratulations guys!! You did great and we are proud you took Enid to State!!

Tickets have gone fast for the holiday classic, "Miracle on 34th Street". The only tickets still available may be those being sold by first-time producer Cimarron Montessori School.

Aimée Hoffman said the school is using the play as a fundraiser. School officials paid a producer fee and were given tickets to sell. If you would still like tickets to the show hurry and order today.





Miracle on 34th Street
Gaslight Theatre
Sunday, December 10 at 2:00pm
Adult $20
Children $10

Call Aimée NOW to reserve your seats. 233-8849.

The Enid/Jenks 6A Championship game has been moved back to a Friday! The twice-rescheduled game now will be played at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 8 at Skelly Stadium in Tulsa.

It's been 9 years since Michael Hedges died in an automobile accident. I was searching for something on the Internet the other day and saw a link to a video of Michael during a concert. If you have never seen Michael in concert or been able to see him perform you should check out the videos available on YouTube.

Michael was a native of Enid and began his fantastic career here. The Hedges family lived in the Knox Mansion on west Broadway and have left a lasting legacy in Enid.

Learn more about Michael and his music at NomadLand.com.