Posts by Charles Betzler
Nerd Knowledge: How does GPS even work?
At one time it was nothing more than science fiction. Now, GPS has become a staple of our everyday travel. But how does it actually work?
Read the full story.Do You Remember…The Gas Wars?
The gas stations of yesteryear are a far cry from the convenience stores of today. Do you remember the gas wars?
Read the full story.Nerd Knowledge: Keeping Track of Seniors
Recently, a 74-year-old man, who had wandered off, was found dead less than a block from his home. Had GPS tracking technology been in use, he might be alive today. Charles offers a number of devices to help with keeping track of your aging relatives.
Read the full story.Do you remember…John Cockrum?
The Sapulpa Administrator was instrumental in integrating Sapulpa Schools in the 1960s.
Read the full story.Nerd Knowledge: Cyber Security for Seniors, Part Two
Older Americans are increasingly embracing the digital age. Nearly half of adults ages 65 and older now own Smartphones. The number of senior smartphone owners has quadrupled proportionately. Half of older Americans have broadband internet at home. With this increased access to the world wide web comes the increased risk of becoming a victim of…
Read the full story.Do you remember…Betzler’s New and Used?
I am highlighting my father’s business since he recently had the 43rd anniversary of his death. I am writing this column as homage to my father and his business. Dad opened the store in 1951 under the name of “American Salvage Store,” at 4 N. Main, the vacant lot next to the Young Law Office.…
Read the full story.Do you remember…Ed Livermore, Sr.?
The revered owner and publisher of the Sapulpa Herald transformed the newspaper from a struggling enterprise into a an award-winning publication.
Read the full story.“A warrior, A champion, and A hero:” Sapulpa’s Jessie Shaw, Sr. celebrates his 100th birthday
Jessie Shaw, Sr. is the latest to join the Oklahoma Centenarian group as he celebrated his birthday on Sunday, February 24th.
Read the full story.Prepare for Spring: Lightning 101
What is lightning? How is lightning produced? What causes thunder? How can you be safe during lightning?
Read the full story.Do you remember…Lee’s Hickory Bar-B-Q?
Before it was destroyed in a tornado, Lee Birmingham’s BBQ joint was the very definition of “lip-smacking BBQ”
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