Saturday, November 22, 2008

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By Mike Pierce on 11/11/2008 7:26 AM

Hi Everyone!  Sorry it's taken a while to get a new post up.  'Tis the season for so many things right now... And so many things I could use some help with.

November starts the season for so many fun and wonderful things here in Oklahoma.  From family gatherings around Thanksgiving dinners to exciting nights watching our kids play basketball and wrestle.  Oh!  And don't forget the early, early planning for Christmas decorations and shopping. 

It's true we don't always look forward to the cold weather.  There is silver lining however.  When the north winds begin blowing those chilly temperatures our way, they always seem to be accompanied with the smell of fireplaces warming our homes, the memories of wintery days passed, and the warm-hearted seasonal movies that always bri Read More »

By Mike Pierce on 10/12/2008 9:54 AM

HALLOWWEEEEN!!!  We so love this time of year.  The decorations, the trips around the neighborhood, the wonderful costumes, and, a favorite of mine, the scares!  I guess that's why I love roller coasters and other thrill rides so much.  I just love the idea of being put in a scarey situation where I feel I am still safe.  Awesome! 

Then there's our decorations for the big night.  The whole family pitches in to get setup.  Last year we had five animatronics... wonder how many we'll have this year.  Our front yard has two approaches to the candy:  the Fright Path and the Fraidy Path (yeah... I know it's no Read More »

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This is the N.W. top of Simpson (Gossett) grain elevator. The only buildings now standing are the Mulvey (old Wiedemann Store) and two or three houses in the background.

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Are you a creative writer, photographer, or videographer?  Great!  How about a creative outlet?

We are looking for Piedmont citizens interested in helping develop content for the new Piedmont community website.  Interested?  Take a look at the areas of interest we are looking for and use the
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  • Blog Writer(s) - We are looking for talented writers to produce content for special interests blogs.  Topics would likely focus on general interests (cooking, recreational, sports, etc.), but we would also like recurring posts on perspectives such as owning/operating a business in Piedmont, teenage life in Piedmont, senior interests/activities in Piedmont, family activities in Piedmont, etc.  The tone of the articles/stories would be personal while considering public interest.  All topics will be expected to reflect a generally positive perspective for our audience.  Interested?  Go to the Contact Us form and choose "Interested in Blog Writing" from the subject drop-down.  Send us your ideas, examples of work, or reference to any online portfolios you may have.  If you don't have any of these things, don't worry.  We want all perspectives.
     
  • Video Producer(s) - Similar to the blog writers requested above, we will also be entertaining the idea of posting videos on the site that portray interests and/or special talents of Piedmont residents.  Possibility of contests or special recognition.  Interested?  Go to the Contact Us form and choose "Interested in Video Production" from the subject drop-down.  Send us your ideas, examples of work, or reference to any online videos you may already have (and that are relevant).  If you don't have any of these things, don't worry.  We'd still love to hear from you.
     
  • Photographer(s) - Images or our beautiful town and its people are always welcome.  All registered members of the site are able to upload their photos for review and possible inclusion in the Community Photo Album.  We would also like to create an area of special interest around those photographs or computer graphics that capture the essence of our town.  Interested?  Go to the Contact Us form and choose "Interested in Submitting Photographs" from the subject drop-down.  Send us your ideas, examples of work, or reference photos you've already submitted to the Community Photo Album.  If you don't have any of these things, don't worry.  We'd still love to see your pictures.
     
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