 Each week we post a poll for your input, and we give away a fun prize to someone, just because they visited us online and responded to the poll. Here are the most recent winners and poll results: July 29, 2009 - What is the biggest short-term issue that our government is dealing with now?Confirm or deny Supreme Court Justice nominee Sonia Sotamayor 17%President Barack Obama's healthcare reform mandate 50%The economic bailout of 2008 and 2009 22%Global Warming/Taxes on industries that emit Carbon Dioxide 11%Dealing with Foreign rouge nations (Iran, North Korea) 0% What is the biggest LONG-term issue that our government is dealing with? Confirm or deny Supreme Court Justice nominee Sonia Sotamayor 33% President Barack Obama's healthcare reform mandate 33% The economic bailout of 2008 and 2009 17% Global Warming/Taxes on industries that emit Carbon Dioxide 6% Dealing with Foreign rouge nations (Iran, North Korea) 6% Other (All of the above) 6% Congratulations to Dorothy Winn of Marion, KY, she is our winner this week! July 22, 2009 - What do you think of NASA?The space agency's biggest & best days are behind them 0%There is still a lot to learn in space 0%NASA money could be better spent on other things closer to home 61%I'd like to see NASA go to Mars 8%The Space Shuttle program should NOT be discontinued 8%Other- God continues to reveal Himself & His glory thru the heavens 15% Question 2 - What is your most vivid memory of NASA?Apollo 11 mission (first man to walk on the moon) 14%Any or all of the moon missions 14%The Challenger shuttle disaster 71% This week's winner is Michael Darnell of Paducah. He wins a night's stay at DRURY SUITES of Paducah, and some fun stuff from WBEL/WGCF.
July 15, 2009 - What recent song on WBEL has been your favorite?Matthew West - The Motions 3%Jeremy Camp - There Will Be A Day 18%Francesca Battistelli - Free To Be Me 5%Mercy Me - Finally Home 5%Third Day - Revelation 8%Bluetree - God of This City 8%Brandon Heath - Wait and See 5%Phillips, Craig & Dean - Revelation Song 5%Big Daddy Weave - You Found Me 8%Meredith Andrews - The New Song We Sing 3%Michael W. Smith - Deep In Love With You 8%Addison Road - What Do I Know of Holy? 8%Chris Tomlin - I Will Rise 13%Newsboys - In the Hands of God 3% Question 2 - What Christian artist would you most like to see in concert?Top vote-getters: Casting Crowns, Third Day, Jeremy Camp, MercyMe. Third Day. Congratulations to our winner this week- Alice Parkhurst of Metropolis, IL!
July 8, 2009 - Did You Watch Michael Jackson's memorial service?No, I don't normally watch TV during the day 13%I recorded it to watch later 4%I watched parts of it, because it was EVERYWHERE 17%I did not watch, I found something else on TV 8%I watched parts of it, or caught highlights later in the day 38% Yes, I watched the entire event 8%I didn't go near the TV, because of excessive coverage 4%Other 8% Question 2: What's your opinion of the event?This event was not THAT newsworthy 38%It was just the right amount of coverage 25% I don't think the Jackson family needed a public event like this 8%I would have preferred that the networks not pre-empt their shows 8%I wish they had shown some more career highlights, etc. 4%Other 13%No response to question 4% Congratulations to Dena Edwards of West Paducah, KY, she is our website winner this week! July 1, 2009 - Which celebrity/entertainer who died left the most positive legacy?Billy Mays 15%Farrah Fawcett 31%Michael Jackson 0%Ed McMahon 46%David Carradine 0%None of them 8% Question 2: Which one left the most negative legacy?Billy Mays 0%Farrah Fawcett 0%Michael Jackson 100%Ed McMahon 0%David Carradine 0% Our website winner this week is Christina Peterson of Paducah. Congratulations! June 24, 2009 - Have you kept up with Jon & Kate Gosselin (of the TLC reality show "Jon & Kate Plus 8")?Yes, I have watched their show for awhile 33.0%Yes, I have seen it on the news 26.7%I have tried to NOT follow it, but it won't go away! 20.0%No 20.0% Question #2 - What is your opinion of their impending divorce?I'm hoping they ask Jesus to help them 44.4%They should have quit the show to work on their marriage 38.9%I think they are sacrificing their marriage for profit 16.7% Congratulations to Robin Flowers of Kevil, KY, she's this week's winner from DRURY SUITES of Paducah! June 10, 2009 - How many walk-a-thons do usually participate in each year?One to three per year 37.5%Four to six per year 0%Seven or more per year 0%None 62.5% The overall favorite of those who participate in walks was Relay for Life. Congratulations to Melinda Cunningham of Paducah, KY. She is our winner this week, she receives as night's stay at DRURY SUITES of Paducah. June 3, 2009 - Are you a member of any online communities? Instant Messenger 36%Facebook 55%MySpace 9%Twitter 0% This week's winner is Donna Stokes of Metropolis, IL - She wins a night at Drury Suites of Paducah. Congratulations! May 27, 2009 - What are your summer vacation plans? My family always goes to the same place, nothing has changed 36%We are driving instead of flying to our destination 9%Our trip will be a shorter distance this year We will not be gone from home as long this year, because of cost We're having a "stay-cation" near home, but acting like tourists 18%Economy, Swine Flu, gas prices, or other factors have not affected us We have no trip planned this year (multiple reasons) 27%I'm going on a Mission Trip this year instead of a big vacation 9% Congrats to Tina Scott of Ledbetter, KY, this week's Drury Suites winner!
Comments & suggestions included: Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg, TN; Travelling softball tournaments; Chicago, IL; St. Louis Cardinal games; Mt. Rushmore/Yellowstone/Rocky Mtns.; Florida in the Fall; Creation Museum in Florence, KY; Visiting relatives May 20, 2009 - What is your opinion of the Swine Flu (H1N1) virus? It's hard to use my computer while wearing these gloves & mask! 8%It's a potential problem, but there are ways to protect ourselves 38%It's not as bad as I thought - so far 23%We'll be OK, I think the media is trying to scare us 31% This week's winner of the FREE night's stay at Drury Suites is Bob Grisham of Paducah!
April 29, 2009 - What are your radio listening habits for WBEL/WGCF (compared to other radio stations)? I listen to WBEL/WGCF all of the time! 38% I barely listen to any other stations 24%I listen to WBEL/WGCF about twice as much as other stations 19%
I listen to other stations about half as much as WBEL/WGCF 10%
I listen to other stations about the same amount as WBEL/WGCF 10% Congratulations to our winner, Michelle Mims of Kevil, KY. She gets a night's stay at Drury Suites of Paducah. Thanks to Drury Suites for providing this prize! April 22, 2009 - Who is your choice for Artist of The Year? Chris Tomlin 12.5%TobyMac 12.5%Steven Curtis Chapman 25 %Casting Crowns 50 %
Congratulations to Bethany McHaney of Metropolis for winning this week's Website Wednesday Prize April 15, 2009 - What is your favorite Song of the Year? Amazing Grace, My Chains Are Gone (Chris Tomlin) 15%
Cinderella (Steven Curtis Chapman) 31%
Empty Me (Chris Sligh)
Give Me Your Eyes (Brandon Heath) 23% I Will Not Be Moved (Natalie Grant)
I'm Letting Go (Francesca Battistelli) 8%
Mighty To Save (Laura Story) 15% Never Going Back To OK (The Afters) Reason Enough (Ernie Haase & Signature Sound) You Reign (Mercy Me) 8%
Congratulations to Erica Hamilton of Mayfield, KY, she's the winner of the night's stay at DRURY SUITES!
April 8, 2009 - Who is your favorite MALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR? Jeremy Camp ("There Will Be A Day") 22% Jon Foreman of Switchfoot ("This is Home") 11% Ernie Haase ("Dream On") 11% Brandon Heath ("Give Me Your Eyes") 0% David Phelps ("Behold the Lamb") 0% Marvin Sapp ("Thirsty") 0%
Chris Tomlin ("I Will Rise", "Jesus Messiah") 56% Congratulations to Colleen Buckles of Cape Girardeau, MO, who won our prize from DRURY SUITES this week, and thanks to everyone who filled out our poll! April 2, 2009 - Who is your favorite FEMALE VOCALIST OF THE YEAR? Francesca Battistelli ("I'm Letting Go", "Free To Be Me") 14.3% Natalie Grant ("Our Hope Endures", "I Will Not Be Moved") 14.3% Mandisa ("God Speaking", "Only the World", "My Deliverer") 57.1% Laura Story ("Mighty To Save", "Bless The Lord") 14.3% Congratulations to Emily Burke of Oran, MO, who won our prize from DRURY SUITES! March 25, 2009 - Who is your pick for GROUP OF THE YEAR ? Casting Crowns ("Slow Fade", "Every Man") 74% David Crowder*Band ("Everything Glorious", "Remedy") 5% Mercy Me ("Finally Home", "You Reign", "God With Us") 11% Third Day ("Revolution", "Call My Name") 11% Others not receiving votes - Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Mary Mary, Skillet. This week's winner of the night's stay at Drury Suites of Paducah is Lowell Spratling of Bernie, MO! March 18, 2009 - Who is your favorite NEW ARTIST of the year? Addison Road ("Hope Now", "Sticking With You") 11% Chris Sligh ("Empty Me", "Arise") 22% Fee ("Glorious One", "All Because of Jesus") 33% Francesca Battistelli ("I'm Letting Go, "Free to be Me") 22% Tenth Avenue North ("You Alone", "Coming Back to Life") 11% Others not receiving votes - Jonathan Nelson and Remedy Drive
Congratulations to Mark Swadley of Paducah, who won a night's stay at Drury Suites of Paducah, just for filling out our poll this week!
March 11, 2009 - No Poll - It was Global Food Crisis Day, raising money to help Compassion International. March 4, 2009 - Do you celebrate LENT, and if you do, how? No, we do not observe this season of the church year 75% Our church observes Lent with special services 12.5% Our church encourages us to give up something & reflect/pray 0% We celebrate Lent, but our church does not 0% We have a special way of observing Lent in our family 12.5%Congratulations to our winner this week, Birdie Casebolt of Scott City, MO Feb. 25, 2009 - How were you affected by the winter storm last month?Power Loss - A Few Days 8% About a week 25% 1-2 weeks 58% 2-3 weeks 8% December 17 - What is your Favorite Christmas Song? Least Favorite? FavoriteO Holy Night 12% Little Drummer Boy 9% Silent Night, Frosty The Snowman & Joy To The World (tie) 6% Least Favorites Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer Santa Claus is Comin' to Town Feliz Navidad Blue Christmas ( Seymour Swine version)This week's winner: Cindy Garrett of Grand Rivers KY December 10 - What is your favorite Christmas TV Special? Rudolph, the Red-nosed Reindeer 31.3% A Charlie Brown Christmas 18.8% Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas 12.5% Frosty the Snowman 12.5% A Chipmunks Christmas 6.3% Mickey's Christmas Carol 6.3% Nestor, the Long-eared Christmas Donkey 6.3% Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol 6.3%Thanks for all of your responses! Our winner of the Veggietales "Star of Christmas" DVD (courtesy of Big Idea, Inc.) is Melinda Cunningham of Paducah, KY.
December 3 - What is your favorite Chistmas Movie? Tie for 1st Place - It's AWonderful Life and A Christmas Story 14.7% Tie for 3rd Place - How The Grinch Stole Christmas and The Christmas Shoes 8.8% Tie for 5th Place - Elf, The Polar Express, and The Christmas Blessing 5.9%Thank you for all of your responses to our poll, and congratulations to our winner thisweek - Caitlin Pugh of West Paducah, KY. She wins a copy of "The Note" from Sony. November 19 - For what are you most thankful? This was an open-ended question, there were no preset choices in the poll. The love and acceptance of friends and family 42.9%
The love, forgiveness, and mercy of Jesus Christ 35.7%
My growth in my relationship with Christ 7.1%
The support of friends & family during difficult times 7.1%
My Church 7.1% Congratulations to Eric Fleming of Paducah, he is the winner this week in our giveaway! November 12 - What is your favorite "MUST HAVE" food at Thanksgiving ?
Turkey 5.8%
Dressing (or stuffing?) 17.6%
Cranberry Sauce 11.8%
Sweet Potatoes (including sweet potato casserole) 11.8%
Mashed Potatoes 0%
A favorite Casserole (all of them included broccoli) 11.8%
Giblet Gravy 5.9%
Rolls 0% Pumpkin Pie 0%
Pecan Pie 11.8%
Some other item (they were all pies!) 11.8%
More than one item from the list - answers included above 2 responses
I don't make demands, I eat what's in front of me! 0% Congratulations to our winner this week: Crystal Benard of Metropolis, IL November 5 - What are your typical plans for a Thanksgiving gathering? We drive less than 30 minutes from home. 26.7%
I drive between 30 minutes - 1 hour from home.
We drive between 1 - 2 hours from home. 13.3% I drive between 2-4 hours from home. 13.3%
We drive more than 4 hours from home.
I fly to our Thanksgiving destination.
We travel by bus or by train.
I host a celebration, other people come to my house. 26.7%
I have to work, so I won't be celebrating very much. 6.7%
My church has a Thanksgiving meal, I'll go there.
I volunteer for a ministry or outreach on that day. 6.7% A restaurant will be the place for our Thanksgiving I won't be celebrating for another reason (see below)
Other 6.7% (includes "I'll stay at home with pets while my wife is gone", and multiple destinations) Congratulations to our winner this week, Gloria Young of Paducah, she wins our prize pack for this week! Oct. 29 - How did you decide whom to vote for in the elections?
I researched voting records and policy statements. 18.8%
I chose the most articulate person.
Experience is always the most important consideration. 6.3%
I watch for who runs the most positive campaign.
I look for endorsements from influential groups/people.
Party affiliation is what really matters to me. 6.3%
I go by my "gut feeling".
The candidate's faith & family influence my choice. 31.3%
I consider things like race, gender and age.
My decision is based solely on prayer.
I find out how people outside the city/country feel.
Credentials: Education, Degrees, Appointments, Awards.
I still haven't decided yet. 6.3%
I used more than one of these methods (tell us below) 12.6%
Other (please tell us below) 18.8%
(including Abortion/Gay Marriage, and Picking the "lesser of 2 bad choices"Congratulations to our winners, Mark Claxton of LaCenter, KY, and Marvin Glueck of Oran, MO. They both win a copy of the book "Personal Faith, Public Policy" by Harry Jackson and Tony Perkins, and prizes from our stash. Oct. 22 - How does America's economic situation make you feel? I'm scared about my investments and retirement 0% It's affecting my decision about the upcoming election 0% I've had to change the way I spend money 22% My investments are long-term, so I'm just riding it out 0% If I can take advantage of it by "buying low", I will 0% It's going to make the Christmas season interesting 0% Well, at least the gas prices have dropped! 0% I hope they give out another economic stimulus check! 0% I may have to work longer before I can retire 0% I hope this doesn't affect heating costs this winter 0% Is this going to cause my employer to make cuts? 0% I'm in serious trouble unless something changes soon! 0% It's scary, but I'm going to trust God to provide 78%Congratulations to our winner this week - Birdie Casebolt of Scott City, MO.She wins Focus On the Family's Complete Guide to Faith-Based Family Finances by Ron Blue and (Paducah's own) Jeremy White. Thanks to Jeremy for providing this week's prize! Oct. 8 - What is your favorite part of Autumn? Cooler temperatures 29.4%
Leaves changing colors 41.1%
Fall Sports (World Series, Football, etc.) 5.8% Parents: Kids are back in school and on a schedule 0% Kids: Seeing my friends & lots to do at school 0%
Fall Festivals & Revivals at churches 5.8% The new T.V. season 0% Other 17.6% (Some of our responses: playing in the leaves, the scents of fall, fewer bugs, taking my daughter to the pumpkin patch)Congratulations to our winner this week - Alice Parkhurst of Metropolis, IL Oct. 1 - Who is your favorite Veggietales character? Bob the Tomato 7.7% Larry the Cucumber 46.0% Junior Asparagus 23.0% Archibald 7.7% Jean-Claude and Phillipe - the French Peas 7.7% Madame Blueberry 7.7% Jerry Gourd, Laura Carrot, Mr. Lunt, Pa Grape, and Mr. Nezzar - no votesOur winner is Jenny Perkins of Symsonia, KY. Her favorite was Madame Blueberry.She says she could learn a lot from her, especially when she bought so much stuff that her house exploded. Jenny wins, and gets more stuff, I hope she has somewhere to put it! Sept. 10 - With conventions over, how do you feel NOW about the elections? I feel informed and have made my decision 59.3% I'm more confused than ever 0% I'd like to see the debates before I decide 11.1% I want more information about the Vice Presidential Candidates 0% I'm checking into third-party candidates before I decide 3.7% I enjoy political discussions before elections 0% I wish the election was already over! 3.7% There is still not a candidate that I agree with 7.4% I don't get involved in politics 0% I'm not old enough to vote yet 0% Other 14.8% Some of the responses: "I don't mix politics and religion", "I'm going to pray and let God show up & show off", "Barack Obama scares me", and "I'm going to vote for Mike Huckabee". Thanks to everyone who responded!
Congratulations to our online winners this week: Cindy Garrett of Grand Rivers, KY, and Roxie Tempus of Smithland, KY. They both win a copy of "Personal Faith, Public Policy" by Harry Jackson and Tony Perkins, and prizes from our stash.
September 3 - What's your favorite VeggieTales' Song? Stand up for what you believe in 5% His Cheesburger 5% The Bunny song 5% VeggieTales Theme Song 5% God is Bigger... 5% Belly button 5% The Pirates who don't do anything 14% I can be your friend 18% The hairbrush song 36%This week's winners - Marla Waldrop & Carla McClain - they each win 2 tickets to see "VeggieTales - LIVE" on Oct 7 in Paducah. Congratulations! August 27 - What captured your attention most during the Beijing Olympics? Women's Gymnastics - Shawn Johnson & Nastia Luicin 23.1% Men's Volleyball coach's family attacked, and team winning gold medal 0% Swimmer Michael Phelps and his quest for 8 gold medals 38.5% Bryan Clay's Decathlon win for America 0% The Lopez siblings and their bouts in Tae Kwon Do 0% Usain Bolt and the Jamaican sprinter's dominance on the track 0% Chinese diving team dominance, and an Australian upset 0% U.S. sweep in Beach Volleyball Gold 15.4% The heart and the speed of 41-yr. old swimmer Dana Torres 7.7% The men's Basketball "Redeem Team" 0% Big names in Tennis playing for their countries 0% U.S. Water Polo team surging to win a silver medal 0% Female Chinese Gymnastics team age controversy 0% Opening or Closing Ceremonies 0% Women's Soccer team winning Gold again 7.7% I don't really care about the Olympics 7.7% We had one comment about enjoying watching reporters talk about the warmth of the Chinese people and the unity of the athletes who participated. This week's winner is Marlene Lanham of Burna, KY. She wins a copy of the book A Friendly Conversation between an Atheist and a Christian" from Zondervan Books. She also gets some free stuff from our prize stash! August 20 - What do you think about Rick Warren's recent Presidential "forum"? I found it informative and it helped in my decision process 10.0% It was interesting, but I'm still not decided 10.0% Rick Warren has restored a little bit of civility to the process 0% I would have preferred to hear a few tougher questions 10.0% It was just a show for Rick, Barack and John to schmooze 0% I'm still not sure about either man's faith after this 0% Rick Warren should not have hosted this event (tell us why) 0% I haven't watched, but I plan to go online to see it 50.0% It doesn't mean anything to me 20.0% Congratulations to John Winn, he is our online winner this week. He gets a copy of "Personal Faith, Public Policy" by Harry Jackson and Tony Perkins, and some stuff from our prize stash.
August 13 - How do you feel about the Olympic Games in Beijing, China? I like the Olympics, and the variety of sporting events 43.75% The Olympics are good, and I like to see other cultures spotlighted 18.75% I love the summer games, they make me feel patriotic 12.50% I like to watch a few certain sports (gymnastics, swimming, sprinting) 6.25% I like the Olympics, but I'm not proud that they're in China 6.25% I'm not affected one way or the other by the Olympics 6.25% Other (I've not had time to watch, Go USA!, Proud of Michael Phelps) 6.25% They're OK, but I prefer the Winter Olympics 0% I wish I could watch my regular TV shows! 0% I don't watch TV very much, but I do like to watch the Olympics 0% Congratulations to Lee Ellington of Paducah, KY, this week's winner! Lee wins a copy of "A Friendly Dialogue between an Atheist & a Christian" by Luis Palau and Zhao Qizheng, courtesy of Zondervan Books.
August 6 - It's back to school time. As a parent or student, are you happy, sad, or have mixed emotions? Here's what we found out from our listeners: I'm glad my child's day has structure again 27.7% My children are too young or too old for school 11.1% I'm a parent with no money (fees, clothes, supplies) 11.1% I'm a parent with mixed emotions 6.7% *child heading back to college is good, but I'll miss them
*child needs school, but bad things can happen or taught I'm a student with mixed emotions 5.5% *glad to see friends, but dread going to class I'm a parent with a kid starting school - I'm a little sad 5.5% Other reponses: I'm a homeschool parent and we don't take a 3 month break My wife is a teacher, so I'm a little sad The short summer break is hurting tourism and KY economy I'm a grandmother and I think it's too soon to start back to school This week's winner is Jerri Tehandon. Congratulations! July 30 -Who would you vote for if the election were today? John McCain, Republican Party 53% Undecided 25% Not Voting 13% Ralph Nader, No Party 4% No other candidates (including Barack Obama) received any votes. Note: We had several people mention that their values were not really represented in this year's Presidential Election. Here at WGCF, we encourage you to investigate ALL of the candidates. Some would say that only 2 political parties have real chances to win, but if you find a candidate somewhere else, at least you could say that you really got to vote for a candidate that stood for you!What do you think? email us at
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This week's winners (1 on WGCF, 1 on WBEL) are Caitlin Pugh & Donna Stokes
July 23 -Why should your friend attend the "Release & Believe" event Aug. 1?
Here are some responses-- Denise said this about Crystal: "Her brother died of a head injury, and she's adopting a special needs child whose parents died 2 months ago. She needs spiritual uplifting." Donna bragged about Charlotte: "She's always willing to help anyone and give advice. We attend church, Sunday School, Bible Studies, and women's conferences together." Tina nominated Sheila: "She's my Mom, and we used to watch 'Facts of Life' together all the time when I was younger. I would love to see Lisa with my Mom, and hear what God has done in her life." Alice said this about Jenny: "She has been my very best friend for nearly 13 years. She prays for me, encourages me, and helps me be the best Mom, Christian and friend. There's no one else like her." Melinda told us about Darlene: "She is a prayer warrior. Any time I have a need, I always go to Darlene, and have her pray with me. She is God's girl." Tammi bragged on Martha: "She has been my encourager and inspiration in my walk with the Lord. She is not only always there for me, but is always there for everyone else. She grows daily in God's goodness." Jeffrey nominated Chandra: "My beautiful wife works with cancer patients and comforts them with the Word. Her job takes her to Paris, TN. 3 days a week, working 60 hrs. a week. She likes the 'Facts of Life', too! Lisa told us about Holly: "She is a hard worker. She is always thinking of others. She is married and has a 3-yr. old and a newborn. She never takes time for herself and she really should." HERE ARE OUR WINNERS: Martha nominated Tammi: "She has a tremendous love for the Lord. She shares her faith openly and is a great witness. With the stresses of work, she really deserves to be able to 'release and believe'." Greg bragged about Shauna: "This is my wife. Recently our family has been through some major events in our life. I was diagnosed with a brain tumor 2 years ago and she has always been by my side." Congratulations to our winners, & thanks to all who nominated a friend! July 16 - What is your favorite summer lawn game? Results - Badminton 33.3% Corn Hole or Corn Toss 0% Croquet 0% Frisbee 0% Horseshoes 26.6% Ladder Golf or Bolo Toss (also known as Redneck Golf) 6.7% Jarts or Lawn Darts 0% Volleyball 20.0% Washers 20.0% Other 0% Winner of the online giveaway - Eric Fleming of Paducah, KY July 9 - How do you beat the summer heat? Results - I find a local lake, waterpark or public pool 0% We own a pool, or visit someone who does 28.6%
Hoses, Slip-n-Slides, Sprinklers, wading pools, etc. 0%
I wear a hat or try to stay in the shade 0%
I drink lots of water and fluids 14.3%
I turn my fan on HIGH and stay inside 0%
AC! AC! AC! 57.1% I don't worry about the heat very much 0% Winner of the online giveaway - Martha Clay of Mayfield, KY July 2 - What is your philosophy on fireworks for July 4th Results- I'll buy the best (out of state if necessary) to celebrate 7% I'll buy whatever is locally available and set them off 13% Our family does fireworks. I just watch whatever they get 26% I go to watch a public fireworks show 46% I watch my neighbor's fireworks 7% I watch fireworks on TV 0% I think fireworks are too dangerous or a waste of money 0% I'll watch but I stay inside (because of noise or pets) 0% Winner of the giveaway - Lisa Enright of Tamms, Il June 25 - When cooking out, what is your preferred method of cooking? Results- Fire Pit 18.2% Charcoal Grill 9.1% Gas Grill 45.5% Smoker or Wood Chips 0% Infared Grill 0% It depends on what I'm cooking 9.1% I don't do the cooking, so I take what I can get 18.2% I don't usually cook out 0% Winner of the online giveaway - Josh Bryant of Hickory, KY June 18 - What was the first video game system that you ever owned? Results- Pong (mid 1970's) 18.2% Atari VCS 2600 (1977) 22.7% Mattel Intellivision (1980) 9.1% Colecovision (1982) 0% Atari 5200 (1982) 31.8% Nintendo (1985) 4.5% Sega Genesis (1989 - or anything more recent) 0% I've never owned a video game system! 13.6% Winner of the online giveaway - Regina Story of Paducah, KY June 11 - How are you planning to honor Dad on Father's Day? Results- I'll call him on the telephone 10% I'll give him a gift in person 35% I'll pay him a personal visit during the weekend 5% I'll not be able to celebrate with him (estranged or deceased) 25% I'll take him out to eat, or prepare him a meal 15% We'll go to church together 5% I'll send him a gift or card by mail 0% Any combination of more than one of these answers 5% Winner of the online giveaway - Amy Grief of LaCenter, KY
June 4 - What attraction in your town is a "must-see"? OR, what attraction have you failed to see (yet) in your area? Some of our answers: Paducah's floodwall murals Garden of the Gods in Southern Illinois Land Between the Lakes, and our waterways Paducah's River Heritage Museum The Superman statue in Metropolis Cave-in Rock, Illinois, and the Ferry Fort Massac in Metropolis, IL Winner of the online giveaway - Lanna Horman of Metropolis, IL May 28 - Have gasoline prices affected your summer travel plans? Results - We will fly instead of driving 8.5% We'll take shorter trips to save money 8.5% We will find fun things to do in the area 42.8% We'll stay at cheaper hotels to save money 5.7% We will only take one trip instead of several 14.3% We'll only go where our "stimulus check" allows 0% We're not changing our travel plans at all 20% Winner of the online contest - Mark Claxton of LaCenter, KY
May 21 - Have you seen "The Chronicles of Narnia - Prince Caspian"? Results - Yes, and it was great! 23% Yes, but I was disappointed 0% No, but I'm planning to see it 46% No, I'm waiting for it to come out on video 23% No, I don't go to movies 7% Winner of online contest - Jeff Guill of Paducah, KY.May 14 - Have you ever done the "chicken dance"? Results - Yes, but I was tricked into it! 0% Yes, I did it willingly! 66% Yes, but I was temporarily insane! 33% No, I would never do such a thing! 0% I can't remember, or no comment! 0% Winner of the online contest - Lisa Dunn of Paducah, KY.
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