West Stanly High School - Pegasus Yearbook (Oakboro, NC)

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KILL THAT FLY! Fuzzy, the clown CMr. Ted Furrb, adds excitement to the parade with his red nose and his huge fly swat. CHILLING SMILES. Deirdre Mauldin and Pam McSwain continue to smile even if the cold is numbing. Slffliiislffl Mi Parading Christmas Spirit The glamour of a parade excites iildren of all ages. The often dull Inall town streets were lined with ixious people and decorated with hristmas lights, all welcoming the :ming holiday season. In cele- ration of the Christmas season, ocust, Albemarle, and Oakboro Jonsored parades near hanksgiving. Everyone managed to get in- blved in the parades. The cheer- aders marched to the beat of the and, while the band played familiar Christmas tunes. Many girls had the privilege of repre- senting clubs in the parades. These clubs included, DECA, FTA, PAC, FFA, FHA, VICA, FBLA, Jr. Civitan, Camera Club, West Stanly Players, Human Relations and the Pegasus Staff. Karla Smith, the 1983 West Stanly Homecoming Queen, participated in all three parades. Miss Merry Christmas, Kerry Eudy, rode in the Oakboro parade. People from far and near could be found watching the festivities and wondering what was next in the parade line up. As Santa Claus brought up the rear and darkness crept over the city, children bundled in warm coats and toboggans left with rosy cheeks and wide smiles. Adults departed filled with the spirit of Christmas and once again the streets were quietly awaiting the hustle and bustle of Christmas Eve. Paradesf33

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RIDING HIGH. Driving Trina Burris' 28OZX, brother Randall Burris and Todd Smith escort 1983 Homecoming Queen Karla Smith in the Albemarle Christmas Parade. STEPPING HIGH. Angie Hardin performs well as she concentrates on the flag routine she is suppose to do. PRETTY LADIES. Estha's Bridal and Formal Wear models enjoy the long ride while waving at onlooking admirers. lZfParades IN STEP. The West Stanly High Schoc band dazzles everyone in the Oakbor Christmas parade. army

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WHERE'S THE PEOPLE? McDonald's is usually a busy hangout on Friday and Saturday nights. However, this weekend was a little slow, with only a few people to be found. Night n The Town When it comes to weekends no one wants to stay home and watch Fantasy Island. Weekends are a time to make your own fantasy come true, whether it is with a steady or with a bunch of friends. But where do people go to have fun and get together? Around Stanly County it's true that there isn't a large choice but when it comes to hanging around it doesn't matter where you do it as long as you do it with the gang. The favorite place among most teen- agers is Sky City. It's the place to show off a new car, to meet new friends and to get together with the old ones. With several restaurants nearby, Sky City parking lot makes a good location. After cruising through the parking lot or taking in a movie, the in-spot to be is Pizza Hut. A hot 34!Hang Outs A PART OF THE DECOR. Seniors lik- Rodney Little, Mike Gardner, Randy Dry Kerry Hathcock, Todd Green and Mike Fuj line the halls to girl watch and greet th teachers before school each morning. pizza, a room full of friends and lots of good rock-n-roll make any night a wonderful night to cut loose and have fun. Hanging out doesn't always mean going to Albemarle on weekends. Students love to congregate in the hallways to chat, study, or laugh. Most groups have their own spot MUNCHIN' OUT. Seniors Jackie Stuart Terri Sells, and Nathan Thomas grab a bit to eat at Burger King after seeing the Wes Stanly production of America in Song. and no one dares to change. As you can see most everyone has different views on hangouts. Stanly County may be small but it offers plenty to keep it's teenagers busy.