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Did You Know: Valentine’s Day was not always romantic?
February 14, 2023
Read about the origins of Valentines Day, and more fun facts about this national holiday.
Did you know…digging in the garden may actually combat depression?
February 9, 2023
There is an obscure proverb that states: “If you want to be happy for a day – get drunk, if you want to be happy for a month, get married, if you want to be happy forever, build a garden.”
Some Things Never Change: Remembering the past
February 4, 2023
Holidays are very special days that we remember and celebrate. Last week we had another important day—only we don’t call it a day to celebrate, but a day to remember.
Did you know the sun is actually closer in December?
February 3, 2023
Plus more fun facts about winter.
Nerd knowledge: Why Does Certain Music Give You Chills?
January 22, 2023
Have you ever listened to a song and felt shivers run up your spine or goosebumps on your arms? There is actually a scientific term for this.
Did You Know: Bananas Are Radioactive?
January 19, 2023
This, and a few other interesting factoids about one of the nation's most ubiquitous fruits.
Forgotten Heroes, Part II
January 16, 2023
During the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1963, three naval officers argued over whether or not the depth charges the US Navy was dropping were the start of World War III. Two of them wanted to launch nuclear missiles in retaliation; one held out.
Civic Corner: Kiwanis
January 15, 2023
In this new section of the paper we will highlight various Civic organizations in Sapulpa, what they stand for and what they contribute to our community. The first organization to be featured is Kiwanis. The guest speaker was Susie Henderson, founder of Sapulpa Kids Kloset, who along with Cathy Rains, and Kiwanain Kathy Berryhill, gave…
Been There, Done That: A 1950s Child
January 12, 2023
I was born in 1951. Take a look at my yellow Studebaker, it is 41 days older than me and was a futuristic-looking car for its day. Life was different back then and I am so glad I got to experience it.
Sapulpa’s First Presbyterian Church changes name after 127 years
January 11, 2023
First Presbyterian Church of Sapulpa is now officially known as 1st Church of Sapulpa. We talked to Pastor Wally Johnson to find out what was behind the name change.