Around Town
Growing up Bastrop didn't have many landmarks to brag about. Bastrop did however have a Radio station.
What were the call letters for this radio station?
What is: KYEA.
Dr. Maulana Karenga created this cultural observance designed to celebrate African-American heritage.
What is: The Festival Kwanzaa.
Who is both host and judge on the show "America's Next Top Model"?
Who is: Tyra Banks
There is only one Major team sport in the USA played with no game clock. Name this sport!
What is: Baseball.
He was a successful Wall-street trader turned Singer/Entertainer. In the eighties, this former trader added a hit record to his credits entitled 'She's a Bad Mama-Jama'. Name this artist!
Who is: Billy Ocean
Around town, he was know as everyone's garbage man. What name was he known for?
Who is: Ivory "the garbage truck driver".
What was the first American Colony to abolish slavery?
What is: Vermont.
Who was TV's "The Fall Guy"?
Who is: Lee Majors.
What was the first sport in which women were invited to compete at the Olympics?
What is: Tennis.
This charity single originally recorded by the supergroup USA for Africa in 1985. it was written by Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson and produced by Quincy Jones. This songs sold more than 20 million copies. Name this song!
what is: We are the world.
What was the original mailing address for the Newsome family after moving to Bastrop?
What is: 423 Clark Street.
In 1849, a courageous Virginia slave decided to mail himself to freedom. Name this courageous slave.
Who is: Mr. Henry Brown.
What TV show used the back room of the Bada Bing Club to hang out?
What is: The Sopranos.
Which country dominates Olympics basketball like no one else?
Who is: The USA with 14 out of 18 editions.
He was born May 3, 1933 in Barnwell , South Carolina. He was an American singer, songwriter, dancer, musician, record producer and bandleader. Often referred to by the honorific nicknames such as:
Mr. Dynamite, Soul Brother No,1 and Godfather of Soul. Name this trailblazer.
Who is:James Brown
Mom believed in keeping the breath fresh at all times. So, inside her purse you could count on finding a pack of Wrigley-Spearmint gun. What was Mom's favorite flavor?
What is: Juicey-fruit.
This botanist, born a slave, became famous for his contributions to agricultural science. Who was this man, grand promoter of peanuts, sweet potatoes and soybeans, widely credited with inventing peanut butter?
Who is: George Washington Carver.
What show divides overweight men and women into two teams?
What is: The Biggest Loser.
What worldwide Basketball team is as well-known for their comic antics as for their on-court skills?
Who is: Harlem Globetrotters.
In February 1978, the song 'The Closer I get to you' became the choice of most love song listeners throughout the US. Donnie Hathaway was the Artist, but who was his sidekick on the the track?
Who is: Roberta Flack.
In order to get to Dotson Park from our house, you would normally go through what's called the what?
What is: The Bottom.
What was this fearless black leader Malcolm X's birth name?
Who is: Malcolm Little.
In the 70 and 80's Mannix was a smooth detective know for his cool demeanor. Mannix had a woman of color as his assistant. What was her name on the show?
Who is: Peggie.
In inches, how big is the diameter of an official basketball hoop?
What is: 18"
Superstar Luther Vandross became a favorite among lovers everywhere. With chart topping hits like Dance with my father, Endless Love, Never too much and many more. But, before his solo Superstar recognition Luther started out with what signing group?
Who is: Change.