(Los Angeles, Calif.) - A door slammed shut but there was no wind. A voice was heard but no one was around. A stranger appeared in the distance but was gone in seconds. Everyone has a ghost story. But imagine having hundreds of ghost stories, many of them documented, including one of the most phenomenal events ever recorded - an actual ghost regiment. Meet Brad and Barry Klinge, two Texas brothers who founded Everyday Paranormal, an investigation team that has set a new standard in research. The Klinges and their team of investigators are featured in the all-new 13-part series GHOST LAB, to premiere this fall on Discovery Channel.

The Klinge brothers aren't satisfied with merely going into a home with the hopes of catching a voice on tape. They want to test real scientific theories. With the help of the latest technology, a decked-out travelling "ghost lab" and one of the world's foremost specialists in science measurements, they test cutting-edge theories. Is there more ghost activity around water? Are spirits attached to specific items or locations? The Klinge brothers are on a mission to find out. And they aren't testing these theories in ordinary places. Instead, they are tackling some of America's most haunted locations - including Tombstone, Ariz., home to some of the most violent deaths in history and a hotbed of activity, and the Shreveport Auditorium, where Elvis got his start and may have not left the building.

The brothers have been in Enid searching for the ghost of John Wilkes Booth in the Garfield Furniture building. According to Enid lore, a man claiming to be Booth died in the building which at one time was the Grand Avenue Hotel.

David E. George, a house painter, died on Jan. 13, 1903, after drinking a bottle of poison. Before his death he claimed that he was really John Wilkes Booth. For years his mummified body was displayed at amusement parks and carnival sideshows in many states, before it eventually disappeared.

The Klinges travel in a 24-foot car hauler full of enough equipment to snare any ghost. They are able to analyze data on site in real-time, helping them investigate known paranormal hot spots.

The new 13-part "Ghost Lab" will premiere 9 p.m. Oct. 6 on Discovery Channel.

GHOST LAB is produced for Discovery Channel by Go Go Lucky Entertainment, where Gary Auerbach is the executive producer, with Paper Route Productions, where Alan LaGarde is the executive producer. For Discovery Channel, Tim Pastore is executive producer.

Billy Beck is ready to teach you guitar! Learn from one of Enid's most popular local musicians. Call now to enroll before classes fill up. 580-747-9787

It's a new business called The Felt Bird which will carry accessories, home furnishings and gift items. They are a fun boutique that specializes in handmade and original items!! And they are located downtown and plan to open September 4th!

The Felt Bird is a soon to be retail shop in downtown Enid, Oklahoma started by Estela Romanos and Riley Jantzen (the best of friends and a long time awesome couple).

Estela has been in the handmade scene for a number of years now and has crafts sold in other awesome shops all over the great state of Oklahoma with her brand Stelabird. With a degree in merchandising from Oklahoma State University and 10 years experience in the retail world she has the knowledge and experience to make sure we have what you WANT and make you happy you got it from US. She's awesome, creative and the main brain behind THE FELT BIRD.

Riley on the other hand has been in the slightly less useful but just as awesome Oklahoma indie music scene for a number of years now. Playing hundreds of shows as the lead singer of Mayola. Where he does come in handy is his ability to make the shop look good and keep it that way! You are sure to see a ton of photos of him holding different tools for a month.

Check out the blog The Felt Bird

Time for a test run of Kites Over Enid

Test flight begins at 10 a.m. Saturday behind the James W. Strate Business Development Center near the Vo-Tech. Volunteers are asked to arrive by 10 a.m.

Kites Over Enid will actually take place on September 10th at 1 p.m. in the same location.

Enid will attempt to break the Guinness Book World Record for the number of kites in the air at one time. Participants may purchase an official event kite for $5 or fly their own. Proceeds from kite sales and sponsorships will benefit Enid's Habitat for Humanity.

Committee members hope to have approximately 2,000 kites in the air for the official event. The current record of 967 kites was set in August of 2008.

Learn more by visiting kitesoverenid.com or call 233-4232.

The Enid High Cheerleaders are seeking local businesses to sponsor them. The sponsorship is a $100 dollar donation to help fund the cheerleading program for things such as warm-ups, bows, and bags. In return your business will be on 100 t-shirts to be passed out during the games. A receipt will be given for your records.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Cheerleading Coach, Andrea Semrad-Gober at (580) 278-1638. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Friends of the Library of Enid, Oklahoma is in need of members!

The NEXT MEETING is Monday, August 17, 2009 at 5:30 p.m. in the Great Plains Room of the Library.

The Friends of the Library is a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the Public Library of Enid & Garfield County the best library possible.

What do Friends do?
Friends support the library by:
* Volunteering
* Sponsoring events, workshops, and programs
* Advocating for library funding
* Financial donations and purchases for the library
* Managing the Friends Book Sale area of the library and planning special sales

What benefits do Friends receive?
Friends receive:
* Special invitations to library-sponsored events
* Advance entry to specially scheduled book sales

Stop by the main desk for your membership form today, and join us at the next meeting!

There aren't many people in Enid over 100 years old let alone 103. Lillian Evans, one of Enid's oldest citizens passed away at the grand old age of 103 yesterday.

Lillian Evans was born on January 18, 1906. She was the wife of Wilfred Evans and mother of Jim Evans. Their family began and has owned Evans Drug since 1897. Lillian has 18 grandchildren and over 30 great-grandchildren.

She was lovingly known to her family as Nana and she will be missed.

School has officially started in Enid, Oklahoma. Enid Public Schools began class this morning as smiling little faces made there way to new classes, new teachers and new friends.

We would like to remind everyone that school zones in Enid are now in effect from 7 a.m. to 8:30 a.m., 10:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on during the week.

Speeding or passing in a school zone is a $144 fine unless you are doing 11 mph or more, then you will be fined $244.

I was out and about this morning as the skies over Enid were just beginning to clear. Half of the sky was dark and gray with rain falling. The other half of the sky was beginning to clear with a rich blue colored background.

I noticed one cloud right above me and looking at it you would swear the sun was hiding right inside cloud. The sun was actually on the other side of the sky but the reflection was catching this one cloud, lighting it up like some kind of special movie effect.

I snapped a quick shot with my iPhone because I could tell it was already beginning to fade. Within about 30 seconds it was gone. Just one of those cool moments when you say, gosh I wish I had a camera.

First Friday begins tonight at 5:30 p.m. in Downtown Enid.

This month you can enjoy baseball outdoors, carriage rides, art and live music.

Restaurants along the Downtown Square will be open with a few specials and several downtown stores will stay open later for a little shopping.

Get outdoors, meet friends and stroll around the Square. There's always something to do in Enid!

The American Legion National Region Baseball Tournament begins today and runs through Monday at David Allen Memorial Ballpark in downtown Enid.

Enid and David Allen Memorial Ballpark are hosting the American Legion Mid-South Regional Baseball Tournament for the second year in a row.

Eight teams representing Oklahoma, Nebraska, Kentucky, Mississippi, Arkansas, Texas and Louisiana will compete in the tournament, which is a double-elimination tournament.

Admission is $5 for adults and students. Senior citizens can be admitted on a two-for-one basis.

Feed the Neighborhood 2009 will take place from 5 pm - 8 pm this Sunday at Government Springs Park.

Feed the Neighborhood is a free event created to help families with the high cost of going back to school. Up to 1500 kids will receive free backpacks filled with school supplies.

Along with the backpack give-away there will be a grocery walk, haircuts for kids, games, food and live entertainment.

All area residents are invited to attend. Children must be accompanied by an adult in order to receive backpacks and vouchers for socks and underwear.

Feed the Neighborhood sponsors are Continental Resources, Cummins Construction Co., Advance Food Company, city of Enid, World Harvest Church, Harvest Time Church, Covenant Life Church, Grace Church, First Presbyterian Church, Zoe Bible Church and Destiny Christian Fellowship.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8th



Visit the Enid Farmer's Market TomatoFest '09 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, August 8th on the corner of Garriott and Grand.

The market will have extended hours for the tomato celebration.

More than $600 in prizes will be given away to already registered participants in four tomato categories - Anything Goes Tomato Recipe, Biggest Tomato, Ugliest Tomato and Best Dressed Tomato.

The Farmer's Market will also have its regular vendors plus a growing number of produce vendors. Live music will be provided by Riley Jantzen and Billy Beck and specialty food vendors will be The BBQ Joint - Chelos and On the Sidewalk Bar & Grill.

In case of rain, the TomatoFest will move to next weekend; however, Farmer's Market will go on rain or shine.

Enid has several individuals ready to help you with your everyday needs. When you've got something that needs to be done but not enough time to do it call one of these Handy Guys...

A&J Handyman, 580-484-0243
We do most types of jobs including paint & appliance repairs. Fully insured. Experience and quality at fair prices.

Derek Ogden, 970-290-0154, Enid, Diesel and gasoline engines

We Will Do What Others Won't
Off duty Firemen are looking for odd jobs. Like they say "They will do what others won't". They can haul away things, do yard work, do a little maintenance, and lots of other things. If you need something done, just call and ask: Robert (580) 402-0641

Handyman work, honey-do's, hauling, yard work, a senior citizens best friend, NEED WORK WILL TRAVEL, call Nick. Please contact Nick at 580-603-3590 for more information.

The Garfield County Veterans Council is hosting a Veterans Awareness Program here in Enid on Saturday, August 8, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Cherokee Strip Conference Center, 123 W Maine.

All veterans and their family members (plus widows and widowers of veterans) are invited to attend the program. The Council has guest speakers lined up to talk about veteran benefits and booths will be manned by various veteran organizations to help answer specific questions from veterans. The purpose of the program is to provide information to attendees about veteran benefits and entitlements. There will be a service officer at the program to assist veterans in making applications for VA Disability Claims or adjustments to existing claims. No reservations are required.

Donald Marquardt
Member, Garfield County Veterans Council