Scott Powell's Morning Radio Show
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Just Another Day with Scott Powell

So, Been A While huh!

When I put things off I really put them off!
It has been months since I have posted
so let's not put it off any longer!

The Morning Challenge Question:
On this Date in 2002 Lance Armstrong won another Tour De France. 
How many Tour Wins did this make for the World-Renowned Athlete?

Congratulations to Long Time Listener Delores from Odessa, our
winner this morning!

Answer:  Four

Again that was on this date in 2002
he has had more since then!!!!




Another Wacky Weather Week in Missouri

Snow and rain last weekend.  Mild the first part of the week.  Rain today,  70's by Saturday.....AND YET ANOTHER MENTION OF SNOW ON SUNDAY!!!!
Enough is enough!

pick one or the other


The Morning Challenge:
What is the name of Cap'n Crunch's dog?





Today's Winner comes from Carrollton, Congratulations Katie Wilson.
Answer: Sea Dog

From the "News Chasity Didn't Use"

Retiree Carl Smith is a golf ace -- in
fact a double ace. He sunk consecutive holes-in-one at a
Charleston, W.Va. golf course this week. He scored his first ace on
the 70-yard 18th hole. After a short snack break, Smith teed it up
again. He watched as his tee shot bounced twice before disappearing
in the cup. But he's not wasting much time celebrating. Smith's in
a weekly bowling league on Wednesdays.

I like the fact that he took a snack break in between, Now thats funny!

5:30 comes early
talk with you then

scott powell
http://www.scottpowellonline.com

Carrollton High School Sports on the Net!

In the past you have heard Carrollton High School sports on AM1430 KAOL, But starting today you will have another option.  That option will be  right here on the World Wide Web!

If you are away from the radio, but near a computer you will still be able to tune in.  We are very excited about this, especially when football season rolls around and we have to cut power at night.  Now no matter where you are, if you have an internet connection, you can be a part of the excitement of Carollton High School Sports!  Even more important, if your team is playing Carrollton and you are out of KAOL's coverage area, you will now be able to log on, and listen in!

The Morning Challenge:
Today in 1973, this actor refused an Oscar as a gesture of support for the Indians occupying the Wounded Knee reservation in South Dakota. 
THE ANSWER:  Marlon Brando for his performance in "The Godfather"

here is that acceptance video:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QUacU0I4yU

 
 Here are some more facts about the legendary actor:
FACT:  Before starting a career in acting, Marlon Brando worked as a department store elevator operator.
FACT:  Marlon Brando owned the Pacific island Tetiaroa from 1966 until his death in 2004.
FACT:  Marlon Brando's son Miko was once a bodyguard for Michael Jackson.
FACT:  Marlon Brando was expelled from high school for riding a motorcycle through the halls.

From The "News Chasity didn't Use"

An unwelcomed visitor in an Arizona bar caused quite a commotion Tuesday night. According to azfamily.com, a bobcat entered a bar and attacked three people in the town of Cottonwood. The cat's entrance caused bar patrons to flee for safety on top of pool tables and bar stools. Unfortunately, not everyone was able to stay safe, as one man states, quote, "My friend got down with his camera phone and the cat jumped up and hit him in the face." The bobcat eventually left the bar, but was subsequently shot and killed by Cottonwood police. To make matters worse, tests later showed that the wild animal was rabid. Those injured inside the bar are currently undergoing treatment for rabies.

one more reason to STOP AND THINK BEFORE YOU SIT AND DRINK!

talk with you in the morning!
scott powell

http://www.scottpowellonline.com/


 

A wonderful Day in Missouri

Today marks the official start to spring!!!!!  Well for me anyway, it's the first time I have dressed in a T-shirt for work this year

The Morning Challenge:
What was the book written by the Mercury Astronauts?

Brenda Harlow of Kearney with some help of her husband, our winner this morning

The Answer:
WE SEVEN

From "The News Chasity Didn't Use"

 

A drive-thru lane at the bank sure is
convenient. Even for a robber. Police in Pharr, Texas, report a man
used the drive-thru lane to stick up the Lone Star National Bank.
Police say the driver slipped a note to a teller, who then handed
over an undetermined amount of cash. Officers aren't revealing what
was in the note. Police say they're reviewing surveillance video
and are searching for the man in the car.

The teller gave the robber the money?
Why didn't the teller just say no..........AND DUCK!
Am I the only one to think of this?

5:30 comes early,
talk with you then
scott powell
http://www.scottpowellonline.com/

Friday Finally!!!!

Friday means....make a spot on the futon honey!  I will be Home soon!!!

The Morning Challenge:
name the Martin Family's dog (from the Doris Day Show)

Dave Christensen form Holt, Mo the winner this morning.  Thanks for tuning in Dave!!!
The Answer: Lord Nelson

From "The News Chasity Didn't Use"

We've all at one time or another been locked
out of our house or car, right? Well, Russia's state-run Vesti-24
television has reported on a lighter moment in yesterday's space
station evacuation as a precaution against the possibility a piece
of space junk might hit it. Apparently the crew members left an
instruction manual behind and commander Mike Fincke had to be told
by Mission Control how to go about getting back into the station.
The space station crew took shelter in a Russian capsule parked at
the outpost.

This is one of my favorite stories we have aired in the past couple of weeks!
Can you imagine, the feeling this guy got when he reached for the latch to get back in and
it didn't work?  Then  the embarrassment of having to make "the call" back to mission control
to get instructions.

Probably no lonelier feeling....than being locked out of anything......
In Outer Space
>

It's a late start tomorrow!
talk with ya at 6am

scott powell
http://www.scottpowellonline.com/

It's Thursday!!!!!

Where has this week gone?

The Morning Challenge:
What are the names of the Great Lakes?

Karen Doll of Urich, Missouri the winner this morning
Answer:  Huron, Michigan, Superior, Erie, Ontario

Sure we all know them.....when we hear them

From the "News Chasity Didn't Use"

A Pennsylvania man accused of
driving drunk says a county court has no jurisdiction over him
because he's his own country. Scott Allan Witmer has filed court
papers claiming sovereignty. Witmer told the court: "I live inside
myself, not in Pennsylvania." A judge says Witmer can't be
released from jail until he gets a mental exam.

Need We say more on that one!

5:30 comes early
talk with you then

scott powell
http://www.scottpowellonline.com

Hot Wing Wednesday

Every Wednesday We have a Carry in dinner of "sorts" here at the farm,  each week two staff members bring in something two much on.  Not a full meal...but something to help get us over the hump!

Today was my day.  So last night I spent the evening making hot wings, while Debbie the other half of my cooking team made cold veggie pizza.  I'm assuming it met with every body's approval.....Theres no leftovers to take home

The Morning Challenge:
 Which film won John Wayne his only Oscar?

Loyal Listener Helen Vroom of hale Missouri with the help of her Husband put a quick end to it this morning!

The Answer:
True Grit

From the "News Chasity Didn't Use"

An angry chimpanzee in a Swedish zoo has helped to prove a scientific theory.  According to the U.K.'s "Sky News," Santino the chimp's aggressive behavior toward people proves that apes can plan ahead like humans.  Everyday before the zoo opens, Santino begins collecting rocks to toss at people visiting the zoo.  The fact that Santino collects the rocks while he is calm, only to throw them hours later after he becomes agitated, cemented the researcher's theory.   Swedish PhD student Mathias Osvath explains, quote, "It implies that they have a highly developed consciousness, including lifelike mental simulations of potential events." 

There are many days when I come to work,  I feel like picking up some rocks, and put them in my pocket for later use.  so far I have refrained

 Driving with only three tires is a sure way
to attract attention. Police in Largo, Fla., report pulling over a
man who was missing the rear tire on the passenger side of his car.
Officers say Henry C. Romeu was unsteady on his feet and had
bloodshot eyes. Police charge a Breathalyzer test showed Romeu had
a blood alcohol level over the legal limit. He's been charged with
driving under the influence.

The guy was obviously intoxicated, because he didn't plan out his excuse in advance
such as......
Why do you think I was drinking!?!  Have you ever tried to drive a car with only three wheels?

5:30 comes early
talk with you then

scott powell
http://www.scottpowellonline.com

 

The Spring Rains Hit Again!

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Another round of heavy rains have hit the area again over night.  Here at the Farm Studios we picked up another 1.27 inches of rain.
Alot of you saw more!

The Morning Challenge:
The Missouri River begins at the confluence of what three rivers?

Jean Cooper of Waverly, Missouri has been there and knew the answer.
Answer: Madison, Jefferson, and the Gallatin rivers.
want more on it try this link 
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Missouri_River


From the "News Chasity Didn't Use"
A GREAT IDEA!!!!!

The pizza's on the house -- the firehouse.
 A fire truck will be delivering Domino's Pizza in Fonddu Lac, Wis., this Friday.
 If the firefighters find a working smoke detector in the home, the pizza will be free.
Firefighters will also install smoke detectors in the homes that don't have them, but
the pizza will be full price. Domino's is donating a percentage of
profits and driver tips to a firefighters' charity.

I would love to see this happen in more places!

Baggy pants aren't just a fashion

statement for one airline passenger. Authorities charge Paul Francis Smith
had nearly four and a-half pounds of cocaine strapped
to his legs under a pair of baggy jogging pants. Smith was busted
at John Wayne Airport in Southern California after being patted
down by a security screener. Authorities say the cocaine is worth
about $60,000. Now, Smith's bail is set at a-half million.

Where has this guy been?  After 9-11 you can't even take a bottle of  water on a plane.
What makes him think, you can take that amount of cocaine with you!!!!!

5:30 comes early
talk with you then

scott powell
http://www.scottpowellonline.com/

It's a Good Day!

It's Friday, Sunny, and temps expected to hit 70 today!!!!!!!

The Morning Challenge:
Today in In 1992, one of the most popular TV programs of all time, taped its last episode after eight years.  What was it?

Jim Martin of Lexington took a guess and got it!

The Answer:
"The Cosby Show"

Fast Facts
FACT:  Bill Cosby produced "The Cosby Show" spin-off "A Different World."
FACT:  In 2002, Bill Cosby received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

From "The News Chasity Didn't Use"

Something is bugging Nevada school kids -- the
lack of a state insect. Now, a class of fourth-graders from Las
Vegas is nominating the Vivid Dancer damselfly to be the official
state bug. The kids from Beauty Elementary School write in their
essay that the damselfly contributes to the economy and quality of
life of Nevada. The kids note their favorite bug eats mosquitoes
and other pests. It's a pretty blue bug with transparent silvery
wings. Now, it's up to the state Legislature to make the final
decision on an official bug.

Chasity also mentioned a Student in Missouri is trying to get the
Missouri River recognized as the official state waterway. 

I think this is all fine when times are good, however right now I would like
for our government to FOCUS on the 890 gazillion dollar deficit and bail out
plan.
After that is done, then we can focus on things like Making Scott Powell the
Official State "Morning Irritation"

Late Start Tomorrow
talk with ya at six

scott powell
http://www.scottpowellonline.com/

I did it!!!!

I said yesterday I was going to get caught up on the mailing of prize packs to past winners.....AND I DID!!!!!
O.K......to make sure I made the deadline, I had to call in chasity to help....but it's done.  You should be receiving yours in the next day or two.

The Morning Challenge:
Today in 1912, the first of these sweet treats was made. It was first referred to as a biscuit… What is it?

Chuck Selig of Centerview, Mo (with some help of a family member) guessed it this morning.

Chuck, Thanks for listening and best of luck with your "search"

The Answer:
The Oreo was first called the Oreo Biscuit.
 
Trivia Fast Facts
FACT: In 1952, William Turnier developed the modern-day Oreo which included the Nabisco logo.
FACT: In 2006, after reducing the recipe's sugar content, the Oreo became the biggest selling cookie in China.
FACT: Over 95-percent of Americans have eaten an Oreo cookie.

The "News Chasity Didn't use"

 

Mistake one: Trying rob a convenience store.
Mistake two: Using your cash card during the holdup.
Police in Charleston, W.Va., charge Shawn Thomas Lester told a store clerk
he had a gun and wanted all the money in the register. But officers
say Lester got nervous when a customer walked in. And the clerk
told Lester he had to pay for his soda. According to police, the
would-be bandit handed over his debit card, then signed the receipt
"John Doe." He left without taking any money. Police traced the
cash card to Lester, who's now being charged with armed robbery. He
claims he was only joking.

Really...If you had made the stupid mistakes that this guy did....wouldn't you also you were only joking to cover your tracks? 

It is a beautiful March day here at "The Farm" 
hope get a chance to enjoy some of it today!

5:30 comes early...
visit with you then

scott powell
http://www.scottpowellonline.com/


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