Enid, Oklahoma - News, Events and Photos

Monday, September 29, 2008

The Pumpkins Are Here!

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The Christ United Methodist Church has opened The Pumpkin Patch. Zillions of pumpkins have arrived! Patch hours are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday and 12:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday through Friday.

Admission is free so bring the kids out for photographs. Money raised from the pumpkin sales will benefit local, statewide and national mission projects.

Christ United Methodist Church is on the northwest corner of Cleveland and Randolph, you can't miss the sea of orange. Call 237-3938 for more information.

Pumpkin Website

Friday, September 26, 2008

Girl Power - Don't Forget!

Girl Power Rally

Becoming a pre-teen and teen means being on your own a lot more, and possibly facing new, important decisions that can affect the rest of your life. The YWCA's annual event for young women in 4th-7th grade is designed to help build self-esteem, confidence and healthy relationships. The goal of this rally is to empower each girl with the knowledge and self-confidence to stand up against peer pressure, drugs and alcohol! Come join the fun!

7th Annual Girl Power Rally!
"Be Your Own Hero - Face your Dragons!"

Saturday, September 27th
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Check in starts at 8:45)

Autry Technology Center
1201 W. Willow Rd., Enid, OK 73701

Cost: $15.00
(Includes 2 snacks, lunch, goody bag, t-shirt, four workshops and guest speaker)
Scholarships Available!

Registration Deadline:
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Register at the YWCA Enid, 525 S. Quincy

What is... Girl Power?
Girl Power! is the power that girls have, individually and collectively, to be the best they can be - confident, fulfilled, and feeling good about themselves. Girl Power! helps girls make the most of their lives and pursue their own interests and talents. Girl Power! is about telling all girls that they are worthy of succeeding, that opportunities do exist, and that expressing themselves is okay. Girl Power! is about being healthy - physically and mentally. Girl Power! girls can grow into strong and competent women.

Contact
Dena Patterson, Children's Services Director 580.234.7581
dpatterson@ywcaenid.com

Get Lost In The Maze

Daze In A Maze is Back! My little girls are on their way to spend a day at Daze In A Maze today. If you are tired of doing the same thing day after day in the Fall, why not try something new? Head out and find yourself lost in a 300,000 square foot living field maze. The Jantz Family has opened their hearts and land for the enjoyment of all ages!

Not only do they have walk through mazes but they also have a petting zoo, hay bale maze for the youngsters, hay rides and snacks. Groups are always welcome.

Start a family tradition and make the short drive to Daze In A Maze this year. Spend some quality time with your family and friends in Oklahoma's most unique setting.

Daze In A Maze

Tuesday, September 23, 2008

Enid's Troy Dunn on Dr. Phil - Again!

Set your TiVo or grab a bowl of popcorn and watch Enid's own Troy Dunn on Dr. Phil this Wednesday, September 24th.

After the show send your positive email to Dr. Phil to encourage him to continue supporting positive programs and positive guests, like Troy!

And in case you didn't hear the news, Troy's TV show on WE TV, called "The Locator", is the highest rated show in the history of the network!!

Dr. Phil, along with the help of Troy, will bring lost family members together. And, if you're trying to find a long-lost loved one, you won't want to miss Troy's top tips for conducting your own search!

More about the Locator

Trail Drive In Theatre - Enid, OK

New photos added 09/23/08

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Enid's Trail Drive In Theatre yesterday and today.
More photos

Monday, September 22, 2008

Tis The Season Enid!

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Happy Fall Everyone!

The temps are dropping, leaves are falling, football has begun and that silly old witch has run into the telephone pole again.

You can see this fun witch stuck to the pole on South Johnson just south of Oklahoma near the alley. The kids love to see her on their way to school each morning and now look forward to her crash every year. You know Halloween can't be far behind when she makes her debut.

Today is the official first day of Fall and in some ways the start to the holiday seasons. Halloween merchandise has hit the shelves and in some cases so have the early Christmas items. Get ready for a fantastic Autumn and enjoy the holidays this year!

Send us your best Halloween or Fall photo and we'll publish many of them on Enid Buzz.

Friday, September 19, 2008

Plainsmen Homecoming Tonight

The Enid Plainsmen return home tonight for their annual homecoming game. The game begins at 7:30 p.m. against Bartlesville. Along with the game there will be the crowning of the homecoming Queen.

All Enid alum are invited to get out and support the team! Check out the new Plainsmen web site and get more information about the team. Plainsmen Football.

Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Champlin Pool - 1950's?

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Tuesday, September 16, 2008

4RKids Walk 2008

4RKids Walk 2008

Saturday, September 20th
The annual Walk 4RKids is the primary fundraising event of the year, and has grown into a tremendous community event. Imagine clowns, carnival games, prizes, drawings, hotdogs, hamburgers, and sodas - plus hundreds of people walking to support our special needs friends.

This year they will once again meet at the beautiful David Allen Memorial Ballpark in downtown Enid to Walk 4RKids. Registration begins at 9:30 AM, and the Walk kicks off at 10:30 AM.

Form a Team and join in!

Sunday, September 14, 2008

Oxford Hotel Fire - Enid, OK - Updated

Here is the latest contribution for our Oxford fire
photo collection. Thanks to Jo Aguirre.

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Here is another photo of the Oxford Hotel after the fire.
The hotel burned on July 18th, 1978.

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Being a kid growing up in Enid in the 70's, I really only remember
one thing about the Oxford Hotel. It burned down. I also remember
that many of the plastic signs up to a block away melted due to
the extreme heat.

Here are a few great shots after the fire that destroyed the
old Oxford building. Do you have any stories about the
Oxford or the fire!

Pictures courtesy of Michael E Riley

Saturday, September 13, 2008

The adventures of Kealoha, an American Travelling Doll

We would like to thank Kenneth and Robin McDaniel for contributing this story which was first posted on the Vance web site. We hope you enjoy.

by Robin McDaniel

9/10/2008 - VANCE AIR FORCE BASE, Okla.

Military bases all over the world host hundreds of distinguished visitors every year, but this year some bases will be hosting a DV unlike any other. Her name is Kealoha, she is 18 inches tall and is an American Girl Travelling Doll.

Kealoha belongs to my daughter, Katherine McDaniel, age 7. Her father is Tech. Sgt. Kenneth McDaniel, assigned to the 71st Flying Training Wing at Vance AFB, Okla. Kealoha left Vance AFB last March on a trip that will last until the end of this year. By the time she returns she will have visited hosts in 12 states as well as England. Six of those hosts are fellow military families.

American Girl travelling dolls originated with the Society of American Girl Doll Collectors. The idea is simple. A collection of "hosts" welcome a doll as a guest in their home and community. The visiting doll takes part in daily family life - outings, dentist appointments, school, parties, etc. - which is documented with pictures and often commemorated with small souvenirs. At the end of her visit, usually about two weeks long, the doll is shipped on to the next host.

Read more...

NFL Youth Punt, Pass & Kick

When: Sat, September 13, 9am - 1pm
Location: EJRT Football Complex
Where: Government Springs Park South; South 9th Enid, Oklahoma
Description: Participants will punt, pass, and kick a football as far as they can. Open to boys and girls ages 8 - 15, with boys and girls competing in separate divisions. Registration begins in August for this popular football skills competition. Open to boys and girls ages 8 - 15, with boys and girls competing in separate divisions.

Cost: Free to all participants.

Coach Hill - Event Coordinator
Phone 580-484-3519

More info and forms.

YWCA plans 'Girl Power' event

The YWCA will hold its seventh annual Girl Power Rally on Sat., Sept. 27 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Autry Technology Center. The event is open to all girls in fourth through seventh grades.

The theme for this year's rally is "Be Your Own Hero, Face Your Dragons!" Participants can attend workshops with a variety of topics including self-esteem, relationships, card-making, women of the middle ages, self-defense and hair care. The event is catered by Angel Delight.

Volunteers are needed for the event to help lead groups, serve snacks and assist in workshops. All volunteers must be at least 13 years old.

Cost to attend the event is $15 and includes two snacks, lunch, a goody bag, t-shirt, workshops and guest speakers. Registration is open to all girls in fourth through seventh grade, and scholarships are available for those who qualify. All registrations must be received by Sept. 25. Transportation to the rally is available upon request.

Donors for the event include Autry Tech, Prevention Workz, United Way, OSU Extension Groups, YWCA Board of Directors, City of Enid, St. Mary's Regional Medical Center, CDSA/OCCY, Patty Cake Daycare, Vance Air Force Base, Integris Bass Baptist Health Center and other individuals in the community.

Registration forms can be picked up at the YWCA at 525 S. Quincy. Volunteers are still needed for assisting with workshops, group leaders and general event organization. For more information, call (580) 234-7581.

Friday, September 12, 2008

A Rain or Shine Weekend

The calendar is calling for a full weekend of activities but the weather forecast is calling for a full weekend of rain. Here's some scoop...

Cherokee Strip Days
Friday and Saturday
Downtown Enid

Friday's Indian taco lunch on the courthouse lawn has been moved to the Cherokee Strip Conference Center from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The Saturday parade and other courtyard festivities are currently up in the air due to rain. Call the Greater Enid Chamber of Commerce at 237-2494 for updates.

The Continental Resources Great Land Run 5K Run and Walk will begin at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday even if it is raining. The race will go on! Packet pickup and late registration of $17 will take place from 6-7 a.m. at Cherokee Strip Conference Center. The race will start on Maine across from the Conference Center downtown.

Kenwood Golden Days 2008

Friday through Sunday
In the Kenwood Historic District

Four city blocks, including the 300 and 400 blocks of West Elm and surrounding streets of Adams and Jefferson will be blocked off for fun and activities. Weather may play a factor in each days activities.

Friday includes the dedication of Kenwood Neighborhood Park at 6 p.m. at Pine and Madison. A concerts by Katy Mariah and T.J. Klay will follow. After that, "Showdown at Devil's Butte," a movie produced locally by Rick and Larry Simpson will be shown.

Boutique booths will open noon to 8 p.m. on Friday. There will also be a children's parade from Emerson Junior High School to Leonardo's Discovery Warehouse at 4 p.m. A Christian country concert by Ron Eckert at 5 p.m. Wine-tasting from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at 519 W. Oak. Admission is $10. A dinner of prime rib, potatoes, vegetables, salad and dessert will follow. Cost for the wine-tasting event and dinner is $40.

Saturday's activities include booths open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and a Kids Corral featuring period games. An antique and rare car show from noon to 6 p.m. A Friends of the Library book sale from noon to 8 p.m. High tea and cookbook sale, sponsored by First Presbyterian Women's Association 2 to 5 p.m. at 408 W. Elm. Cost is $10 per person. Tables will be available for groups, with a community table set up for individuals. Children may bring dolls.

There will also be a praise and worship service at 6:30 p.m. in the 400 block of West Elm featuring pastor Roy Schneider, of First Presbyterian Church, and the Lorenzo Dunford Family. Klay will present another concert following the service.

Sunday's events include vendor booths from 1 to 6 p.m., recitals, lectures, art shows and choir fest at 2:30 p.m. in the 400 block of West Elm. The grand finale moves downtown to David Allen Memorial Ballpark at 6 p.m.

Visit their web site for more information and updates.

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Mark Your Calendar

The Grays Open House

Stop by and help celebrate The Grays new studio location
in Sunset Plaza

Save the Date: Sunday, September 14, from 4 to 7 p.m.

There will be lots of great food and live entertainment by the
E-Town Rhythm Kings.
The party's on rain or shine, so bring the whole family and
spend time with some really nice people
(our clients, friends and family).

Wednesday, September 10, 2008

In Business Since 1897

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There's a new neighbor in town! Evans Drug has opened the doors on its newest neighborhood Express Pharmacy. Drive thru or walk in and get your prescriptions fast and handled by a friendly staff.

Evans first opened its doors in 1897 and has had a pharmacy in Enid ever since. The newest location can be found in the La Mesa Shopping Center at the corner of Oakwood and Randolph. The new location not only fills prescriptions but offers a variety of products including School Supplies, Film Processing, Health & Beauty Aids, Cosmetics, Nonprescription Medication, Greeting Cards, Snacks and More!

The Express Pharmacy Hours will be:
Monday - Friday --- 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday --- 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday --- Closed

Monday, September 08, 2008

From Enid to Glory

Enid native, Don Haskins died Sept. 7 at his home in El Paso, Texas of congestive heart failure. He was 78.

Haskins, a hard-nosed basketball coach made sports and civil rights history when, as coach of the Texas Western Miners, he led the first all-black starting lineup to the 1966 national championship.

The Walt Disney movie, Glory Road, was based on the life of Don Haskins and was produced by Jerry Bruckheimer.

Glory Road tells how the Texas Western University Miners literally changed the complexion of college basketball when it fielded an all-black starting squad during the 1966 national college championships against the all-white University of Kentucky Wildcats. The role of coach Don Haskins was played by Josh Lucas.

Haskins graduated from Enid High School in 1948, earning All-Conference and All-State honors in basketball and baseball. He went on to become one of the top college basketball coaches in the country. He will be missed.

Troy Dunn - The Locator

Enid native Troy Dunn has a new show on TV! You can find his newest venture on WE TV doing a show called "The Locator."

While Troy is helping people locate missing loved ones a TV crew captures him at work for the 10-episode series premiering on WE (channel 128 on Dish Network, 260 on Direct TV).

Troy has located more than 40,000 men, women and children over the past 18 years. He graduated from Enid High School in 1985 and was a fullback on the Plainsmen's 1983 state championship football team.

Enid High is where Troy met his wife, Jennifer and they have been together for 20 years. The Dunn's have family in Enid, Pawnee and Oklahoma City, and visit constantly just to get back to Oklahoma.

Troy and his family, five sons and two daughters, now live in Florida but still like to call Oklahoma home.

Troy has made more than 500 TV appearances on show like "Good Morning America," "60 Minutes," "Dr. Phil," "The View," "The Early Show" and "Oprah," to name a few.

The Dunn family is a great product of Enid, Oklahoma and we're proud to see them doing so well.

Visit Troy the Locator.

Friday, September 05, 2008

Enid Buzz Puts Enid On The Calendar

We have taken hundreds of photos around town and displayed them on Enid Buzz. In the past couple of years we have been getting more and more requests to use our photos for assorted projects around the country.

Recently the American Products Publishing Company asked if they could include two of our

photos in the Oklahoma 2009 Calendar. The calendars are now available and do include these two photos of Enid. Follow this link to see the other state photos and to order a calendar. Click on the thumbnail photos on their site to see the larger views.

The snowy photo was taken in the early morning at Champlin Park. The other photo shows the Dillingham Garden at Government Springs.

Wednesday, September 03, 2008

The Continental Resources Great Land Run

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5K Run and Walk 2008
Saturday, September 13, 7:30 a.m. in Enid, OK

* The Enid Running Club proudly presents this Inaugural Event!
* The Great Land Run is a USATF Certified fast, fairly flat, out and back 5 km course.
* Race start and finish line is located on Main Street between the Cherokee Strip Conference Center and the Enid Public Library.
* Organizers of the Great Land Run 5K race will be using this years funds for education.

Preregistration is available online at www.getmeregistered.com through Sept. 11. Cost to preregister is $15 for adults and $10 for youth under 12.

Packet pickup and late registration of $17 will be available on race day at the Cherokee Strip Conference Center from 6-7 a.m.

Brian Engel, vice president of public affairs for Continental Resources, told me the money raised from this years race will go toward Smart Boards for the Enid Public Schools and Chisholm Public Schools as well as funding for the Enid High School track program. Continental Resources would like to build this race into a longer, world class event in the very near future.

For more information, contact race director Carl Recher at 234-2820. Visit the official race web site.

You Might Be From Enid If...

Well, this little list I posted in July has been turned into an email and has been circling the globe going from one Enid native to another. I have actually received it twice with both people asking if I wrote it. I have now added the buzz address and an email to the bottom in case you would like to pass it around and anyone has any questions about it. I've also added a few new lines to the list. Enjoy.

You might be from Enid if...

1. You like to dress like a clown on the last Saturday of July
2. You wished for a Red Lobster & when you got one you forgot to eat there
3. You knew an extra in the movie "Dillinger"
4. You ate at a restaurant with a train in it & a train with a restaurant in it
5. You know where you were during "The Flood of '73"
6. You know the Wee Too does not serve Chinese food
7. Jet engine noise puts you to sleep
8. You can spell Chautauqua
9. An 85 mile drive to Target is just "out shopping"
10. You attended a university with the initials P.U. that had a skunk mascot
11. You've ever used the term "flyboy"
12. You know what "The Quill" is
13. You've ever seen a May Pole
14. Someone talked you into going to the "insane asylum"
15. You watched the "boat races" at Meadowlake
16. Gary has ever made you take your hat off
17. You remember riding the "Bullet"
18. You ate at a restaurant that had a volcano in it
19. You know who had the largest grain elevators in the world
20. You remember the smell of Ken's Bakery
21. You remember the smell of Champlin Refinery
22. You honked at the State School kids out by the fence
23. Your favorite astronaut is Owen K. Garriott
24. You threw peanuts into the monkey pit at the zoo
25. You know who Matt Price's brothers are
26. You know who won the 1998 Grammy for Best New Age Album
27. You've ever heard something blamed on the "City Fathers"
28. Your house was a sheet of ice in January of 2002
29. You've ever been on an Adventure Quest
30. You know what the heck Tri-State is
31. Chapter 7 means more to you than bankruptcy
32. You know that the Tia Juana doesn't serve Mexican food
33. You know where Enid's only escalator was
34. You remember what "the loop" was
35. You know the Simpsons aren't named OJ or Bart
36. You remember the masked Speedo jogger on Lahoma Road
37. You knew someone that knew someone that got stabbed at the Magnificent Cobra
38. You've been to EnidBuzz.com
Email buzz@enidbuzz.com if you have questions about any of things on this list

Steve & Barry's Closing Up Shop

Steve and Barry's officially opened their doors on Monday, December 12, 2005. The store is located in Oakwood Mall. The company announced in July it was filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and has been trying to keep about half of its stores open.

The Enid store did not make the cut. Closing signs have now gone up and the store will eventually shut down.