Gore, OK
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About Gore
- • Singer Mel McDaniel, known for "Baby's Got Her Blue Jeans On," was born in Gore.
- • The popular Oklahoma-based chain, Simple Simon's Pizza, was founded near Gore.
- • Serving as a hub for agriculture and trade established Gore's early prominence.
- • Legend says a local ghost light appears near Gore's Blue Ribbon Road, baffling residents.
- • The completion of Tenkiller Ferry Lake in the 1950s significantly impacted Gore's economy.
- • Named for Senator Thomas Gore, it was established around 1904.
- • With under 1,000 residents, the population is smaller than many Oklahoma high schools.
- • Resting at 630 feet, the elevation offers slightly cooler summers compared to lower areas.
- • Agriculture, including livestock and crops, remains a key part of the economy.
- • There's a peaceful, small-town feeling that washes over you as you drive through.
- • The Tulsa Drillers, a Double-A baseball team, are the closest professional sports team.
- • Nearby Lake Tenkiller is a popular spot for bass fishing tournaments and anglers.