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Valentine Day trends
Where to spend Valentine’s Day
Once you’ve found that perfect gift, the question still remains: where will you spend Valentine’s Day? If you are planning a romantic night at home, you’re in the majority. Our survey found that almost half of consumers will be spending the night at home, with only 8% stating they plan to have a night on the town.
- At home: 47%
- Dinner at a restaurant: 36%
- Night on the town: 8%
- At the movies: 5%
- Recreational activity (bowling, mini-golf): 4%
Least-favorite gifts
We all know the classic Valentine’s Day gifts that are guaranteed to please: roses, jewelry, teddy bears, chocolates, etc. But what are the gifts you should definitely avoid when shopping for your special someone? Our survey found that there are specific gifts that consumers do not hope to open up on Valentine’s Day.
Men’s least favorite gifts to recieve:
- Underwear
- A bottle of alcohol
- Flowers
Women’s least favorite gifts to recieve:
- A bottle of alcohol
- Lingerie
- Gift Card
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Favorite Valentine’s Day TreatIf you’re wondering which tasty treat to get your special someone this Valentine’s Day, look no further. We’ve narrowed down the top treats from across the country to find out just which sugary concoction will be the most popular this year. We found that women prefer chocolate covered strawberries (34%) and men prefer a box of chocolates (30%).
sugary concoction will be the most popular this year. We found that women prefer chocolate covered strawberries (34%) and men prefer a box of chocolates (30%).
Where to spend Valentine’s Day
Once you’ve found that perfect gift, the question still remains: where will you spend Valentine’s Day? If you are planning a romantic night at home, you’re in the majority. Our survey found that almost half of consumers will be spending the night at home, with only 8% stating they plan to have a night on the town.
- At home: 47%
- Dinner at a restaurant: 36%
- Night on the town: 8%
- At the movies: 5%
- Recreational activity (bowling, mini-golf): 4%
First Dates
For those not already in a relationship on Valentine’s Day, this holiday offers an opportunity to impress someone you have your eye on or get to know someone completely new. Our survey found that 53% of consumers say that it’s okay to go on a first date on February 14, while the remaining 46% think you should wait until a less high-pressure day for a first date.
Favorite Valentine’s Day Flower
Roses continue to take the top spot, with almost half of respondents (48%) selecting it as their favorite flower to receive on Valentine’s Day. If your loved one isn’t sweet on roses or you just want to give something different, consider surprising them with other popular options such as Tulips (16%) or Daisies (9%).

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Nocona City Council meets on May 12
Members of the Nocona City Council will meet for a regular meeting at 5 p.m. on May 12 in council chambers.
A public hearing on an ordinance annexing adjacent and contiguous territory to the city will be offered. This relates to two small tracts of land at the front and back of the Tales ‘N’ Trails Museum property. It does not involve providing any services, but clarifies the property in the museum’s tract. Any action would follow in the regular agenda.
Mayor and council reports on items of community interest follow along with public comments.
Items slated for the agenda include the following: Discuss bid to mow and weed-eat the Nocona Cemetery; discuss bids to furnish a 180,000-200,000 gallon capacity tank for potable water; three requests from the Nocona Economic Development Corporation – Type A and B boards funding a grant for signage at the American Legion at $2,300, both boards fund a grant for Tales ‘N’ Trails to enclose the east win of the barn for $18,000 and both boards to grant the Chisholm Trail Art Association $2,000 to support the Art of the Song Music Festival Art Show.
Other council topics will be consider repair of the water found at Enid Justin City Park; discuss public nuisance code violations; hear request from David Yowell to purchase water for the Nocona Hills Golf Course; discuss appraised value, setting price and conditions for sealed bids on 19.5 acres of city-owned land adjacent to the Nocona Hills Golf Course; discuss slide on upstream water side of dam and discuss changes to rental agreement for H.J. Justin Community Room.
The majority of these items will be considered for action during the regular agenda following the workshop agenda.
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BCDB celebrates National Travel and Tourism Week
Present for the Bowie Community Development proclamation for National Travel and Tourism Week May 3-9 made by Mayor Gaylynn Burris were volunteers and staff: Matthew Hunt, Cindy Roller, Brittany Barnes, Sylvia Henning, Mildred McCraw, and Joe Barnhill. Community Development focus is on beautification and tourism for the City of Bowie. The group focuses on tourism through its many festival and events, welcoming people to the community. (News photo by Barbara Green)
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May Day Mental Health Awareness Arts Festival on May 9
Make plans to attend the 6th Annual May Day Mental Health Awareness Arts Festival from noon to 4 p.m. on May 9 at Pelham Park.
This event is free and open to the public presented by interested local residents and Texas Community Counseling. It will feature mental health related resource tables, veteran’s support information, peer support and other activities.
The afternoon will feature an open mic for any artist, live art, kid’s activities, bake sale, silent auction and a brown bag drawing. All proceeds will benefit Texas Community Counseling.
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