Central Kansas Library System

An oral history that reports, through transcribed recordings, text messages, photographs, illustrations, screenshots, and more, an epic prank war between twelve-year-old twins Reese and Claudia Tapper of New York City.

"In January of 2014 folks in Southwest and South Central Kansas were asked to share their memories of the "good old days." They were invited to write letters describing interesting, humorous, unusual, exciting (and even romantic) "happenings" from the past. Many of them were born prior to 1940 and the majority grew up right here in Southwest and South Central Kansas. They were not selected from any particular group or social class, nor were they expected...

Slimed! is the first oral history to chronicle the surprisingly complex, wonderfully nostalgic, and impressively compelling story of Nickelodeon, the first kids' network. Compiled from hundreds of original interviews with writers, actors, producers, artists, and other Nick alumni, this is the incredible story of Nickelodeon straight from those who made it happen.

"The Ashland Library would like to thank everyone who contributed to this book. The project was funded by the Kansas Health Foundation and the Kansas Humanities Council. Although that support was invaluable, the support of many in the community helped make this book a reality. The stories that friends and neighbors shared about their experiences through the Starbuck Fire, March 6, 2017, are the heart of this book...Each story reflects the strength...