Oklahoma hotdog business still booming after photo of owner waiting by door goes viral

[@chrismaggio7879]

Nick... you have done your service for the country, and you have done your service to the community. Good man.

[@aldomeow]

And he grew up in foster care… what a good man

[@elpanchosancho2]

See you don't have to go around the world killing people to serve your country

[@ummmm....-sd9eb]

Yes!!!!! What a wonderful young man, wow ⟵⁠(⁠๑⁠¯⁠◡⁠¯⁠๑⁠)

[@adumbweeb]

​@@aldomeow he is my uncle. He is an amazing individual.

[@zzizahacallar]

Thank you for doing this. You blessed this restauranteur. From retired AF

[@K27fan]

With all the crap and bad news on a daily basis, its so refreshing to see a story like this.

[@ConstanceHurst-r8v]

YES IT IS! 🥰

[@EileenFields]

For Real!!!❤❤❤

[@qcarr]

Those are my thoughts, exactly! So great to have a positive, real-people story for a change! Best wishes to the owner, the soldier and all the customers!

[@danielholman3436]

I totally agree!!

[@ZYVZX]

Yup, the good decent hard working people coming out on top for a change.

[@FlyingMonkeys69]

You changed his life, young soldier. Amazing work! Bravo

[@Factory928AC]

🫡

[@Tortilla.Reform]

@2:55 thankfully the veteran was able to get over that macho nonsense about showing weakness. Showing weakness is a sign of strength.

[@TheKaraokeBandit]

@@Tortilla.Reform Pretty sure he was talking about not wanting to show that the owner himself was in a state of showing weakness

[@Tortilla.Reform]

@@TheKaraokeBandit That proves my point hahah, projecting his issue with showing weakness onto the owner

[@TheKaraokeBandit]

@@Tortilla.Reform sure dude

[@yankees29]

Small business owners like this man need to be applauded.

[@Zeevuhl]

And praised from toe to head!🥰😘

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

No more than any other hard-working citizens, most of whom contribute more to their local economy in the form of tax revenue and so on. Nothing at all to look down on them for, of course, and I support my local businesses as often as I can. I'm just saying it takes all kinds for a functional society, your local industrial employee or firefighter or schoolteacher or landscaper or electrician or housekeeper is just as deserving of our respect. People seem to have forgotten that, and it's worrisome.

[@Hillary4SupremeRuler]

​@@Hannari-xt6nrhow do you know he doesn't find animals that's already died

[@samhilton4173]

@Hannari-xt6nr Without animal products humans would suffer. Humans are more important.

[@nh251]

Small town communities only support people from their area. Even if you're a disabled veteran looming to make a quiet little town the home of your business, the community still won't support you. There's nothing but hateful people in central Michigan.

[@otpyrcralphpierre1742]

I've never considered a Hot Dog to be "Gourmet". But these do look exceptional! I'm happy for him.

[@roseanneroseannadanna9651]

You'd be amazed what you can do with a hotdog! Uuhhh.... Let me rephrase that for all the slightly deviant minds out there!" You'd be amazed at how you can elevate a hotdog!

[@ian5780]

Those curly fries look bomb

[@nsnopper]

Of course Hotdogs are gourmet. They come with a side of French cuisine - fries.

[@EricUnderwood-v2x]

Not to knock anybody but the best hot dog I've ever had was at the Rose Parade in Pasadena....these Mexicans were cooking them on a stainless grill / propane on a shopping cart grilled bell peppers and grilled onions and touch of Serrano peppers with mayo! Bacon wrapped dogs....

[@nsnopper]

@@EricUnderwood-v2x Oh great. Now I have to get in my car and drive all the way to Pasadena to find that Mexican hotdog vendor to satisfy my craving - that you caused. And I’m in Ontario - - Canada.

[@KatherineUribe-1]

That photo shows his humanity, his hope, his sadness and the isolation we all feel from time to time. It really speaks volumes. I am so happy to hear that the business is still afloat!👍🏼😎

[@jas57264]

Well.........HOT DOG!! I approve of this story and wish this establishment ALL THE SUCCESS IN THE WORLD!!!!!

[@EileenFields]

Great use of words!!❤❤❤

[@irishdaisy1628]

LOL a few days ago I explained to our 2.5 yr old that "hot dog" is not just a food, but can be said when you are excited. She said, "NOOOOO." My mom had just said "hot dog" because the pizza had arrived and our daughter said "no, I want pizza."

[@tommoore2012]

@@irishdaisy1628 That's hilarious lol.

[@vict0ree]

Geez its tear jerker after tear jerker in this video. So happy to hear these positive stories in the midst of the nightmare this country is going through.

[@iceKOId]

PR Stunts work

[@ironseabeelost1140]

You're just a sad person.

[@standdownrobots_ihaveoldglory]

​@@iceKOIdyes they do, but as a PR pro, this doesn't seem to be our work, this is just luck + good humans.

[@iceKOId]

@@standdownrobots_ihaveoldglory there’s a sucker born each day

[@AreYouABadfishToo]

this video keeps getting better as it goes on. It's good news after good news and people paying it forward. How lovely.

[@lalodaniels1388]

That soldier is a good man.

[@luigivincenz3843]

VERY good man

[@ToaastyKoyote]

lol. You should now what soldiers do.

[@williamboo9017]

Amen. What we need to see to restore plain old common decency.

[@TheHandsomeAudiophile]

He's a butter face

[@SoloHiker1]

Just too bad that the Guard doesn't know when they need a haircut...😢

[@MichaelAChang]

This is how good people warm your heart.

[@albertawheat6832]

Yea sympathy always garners views...LOL

[@WandaRichardson-m2r]

​@@albertawheat6832just a grouch.....you are!😮

[@CorgiDaddy]

All around great story! Makes me want to fly to OK from AZ to try them and support this business.

[@Lonesoul9791]

Yeah, I might have to travel from coastal NC one day soon…

[@Moondoggy1941]

Great place to get good hamburgers as well.

[@john_in_phoenix]

I will stop in the next time I go visit my sister.

[@jesseag2000]

Lived in OKC most of my life they do have some amazing Hotdogs and Burgers here there is a guy who has a KZbin channel who goes through Oklahoma and try’s all the burger places

[@apeyoutube7485]

I really hope I remember this guy if I’m ever in Oklahoma

[@sarahchadwick6424]

Wow-sharing her family’s Cornbread recipe with him is super special. What a gift. 💜

[@CHDean]

Scott seems like a man who is certainly thankful for what he has.

[@Boomhauersdad]

Yep he’s like my dad. These people are what makes the world go round.

[@Darci3333]

Absolutely love this...this is the way we should all help each other❤❤❤❤

[@thomasjoseph5876]

My 2 BILs who are actors, fairly well known, did this in California with a Latina Lady's Food Truck. They were eating and she didn't have any business and they said the food was awesome and they went on social media and told their fans where they were and if people came down in the next couple of hours and bought something from the food truck they could have a picture with them. The only problem was they forgot to tell the poor lady and her daughter in the food truck about it LOLOLOLOL. They got absolutely SLAMMED and ended up being there for almost 5 hours until she sold the food truck out. I have since eaten there with my wife when we go out there and it really was some awesome Mexican Food. We had to laugh because even my wife got recognized as she was an actress before she retired to get married to me and have kids. She was only in 10 movies, most of them were low-budget shorts for her friends, but her first movie was with her father directing it and that one was fairly good. The rest were all like horror movies that the kids of other famous actors wrote and directed. They really did kind of suck though LOL.

[@AntonioBarsanio]

@@thomasjoseph5876 They went from nothing to ALL! lol

[@bsr6823]

This is what the news should be reporting. Thank you for sharing this beautiful story.

[@eligebrown8998]

Well done, Nick. Thank you for your service. That was awsome of that lady to offer her that corn dog recipe.

[@WokeGirl59]

Yes, it is very sweet of her to share her recipe in an effort to help. What a great story all the way around.

[@iwannaseenow1]

Can't believe she's only 52. More like 72.

[@egyptianmusk9008]

definitely not 52 @@iwannaseenow1

[@El1society]

@@iwannaseenow1she’s been through it

[@TheBebe2214]

@@iwannaseenow1I think they ment she lived in Norman for 52 years

[@JustMamba]

4.8 stars on yelp and 4.9 on facebook reviews. This is such an amazing story. I love this

[@Tortilla.Reform]

@2:55 thankfully the veteran was able to get over that macho nonsense about showing weakness. Showing weakness is a sign of strength

[@JustCrash]

@@Tortilla.Reformwhat are you talking about? The veteran was talking about posting the owners moment of weakness because that can be inappropriate. He was nice enough to be considerate of the situation and took a leap of faith that it will work out and posted it.

[@warrenny]

@@JustCrash Weirdly [@tortilla.reform] thought his comment was so brilliant that he copied and pasted it again. Pretty sure he needs to get back on his meds.

[@sunshinepeace]

Support small and family owned businesses! Increase your local economy and support businesses that BUILD your communities

[@PearlySwine-y1f]

Literally, no. It's not my responsibility to keep your business afloat. If you're going to charge me $9 for a mediocre hotdog, I'm just going to drive 5 minutes to Wienerschnitzel and spend $9 on entire meal that tastes better.

[@juspete5527]

That doesn't work anymore. If our mom and pops got supplied from the US it would help the economy. Mom and pop and Walmart both get stuff from China. You wanna pay double the price at a local store is dumb. Both from China your helping nothing

[@TheLordCinderbottom]

Only support them if the product or service they are offering is good/worthwhile/economical. Otherwise, its just charity

[@bonkers5016]

Amen 🙏❤

[@bonkers5016]

​Swine-y1f Wow. Thank goodness not everyone like you!

[@privard89]

I hope one day I'll be half the man Nick is. Grew up in sad circumstances, is serving his country and always looking to help anybody in need in need. A real life hero.

[@SecuritiesattorneyHB]

That’s exactly right.

[@tpack670]

This story brought a big smile on my face. Good things happen to good people. God bless him.

[@caseymasters8801]

Good things happen to good and bad people.

[@sanpedroshaman]

Hot dogs are extremely carcinogenic.

[@YAWN....]

Zeus bless

[@JNL76]

As a shopowner who just closed her supermarket last year, I probably watch this video with other eyes than most. Life as an owner is hard, you depend on people's wishes and you work a lot of hours. When he spoke about the gainings on slow days and how desperate that makes you feel, I felt that and therefore I am especially happy for this gentleman and thankful for the young man that helped him. Good luck to both !

[@shanedaiken2831]

So nice to actually hear something great happened for this business owner.

[@ElectricSpokes]

I’m a small business owner, too. I completely and totally can relate to this man. I’ve been in that same spot. It was very this ice for a while Thankfully, I added an additional revenue stream to my business and it has kept the business going since. I have two contracts with a local government and I have one with a very large nation wide business. We service their repair needs. We are rated 5 stars on-line from public customers. I don’t take breaks or a lunch. For two years I only had one day off a week, the one day a week we were closed. It takes a crap tonne of dedication and grit and a lot of luck. And sometimes, intervention from an angel as in this case. Made me tear up. So happy for this man. I absolutely can relate.

[@conradnelson5283]

I tried spirals Wednesday this week. The food was really good.. The decor was a little worn. The service was excellent. I was a little leery of pain so much for a hotdog on a bun, but ended up with a Polish sausage, which in my opinion is much better. Reminds me of the place I used to flip hamburgers in in 1965. I think we’ll be back.

[@thepantyraid]

Ive gotta say usually restraunts that look a little older with worn decor are usually the best spots. People arent going there for the atmosphere or the prestige they are going there to get some damn good food.

[@tonif2500]

EVERY SINGLE PERSON in this awesome story is a BLESSING!!! From Nick to the owner of the restaurant, to the lady that gave her corn dog recipe. THIS IS WHAT LIFE IS ABOUT, doing what you can for one another, from the heart!!! This is truly an amazing heartfelt true story! God bless all of them!!!!

[@willp.8120]

I feel the same.

[@dovesfan1]

❤

[@garettdoornwaard4822]

They ARE the blessing😊. Theres no god. We choose to be the good in the world. The guy who posted the picture made the difference...not a make believe man in the sky. If we wait for "god" then nothing happens.

[@Toxic2T]

@@garettdoornwaard4822 Speak for yourself, God saved me when I needed him the most. FEW TIMES-

[@fiveiron2547]

This is a very Oklahoma thing. They are good people who help each other out.

[@blairpenny1526]

This is beautiful, im actually crying tears of joy for this man

[@Booboonancy]

Just yesterday I jokingly told my husband “well, let me go watch the good news”. I love this story, it does my heart good and it’s too bad I’m nowhere near Oklahoma because I LOVE hot dogs. Wishing this small business continued success.

[@CoCoFantastique]

Same. I wish I were could try this place. I like a well done hot dog. And those look grilled well

[@backagain5216]

We need good news stories like this more than ever. Blessings to the good people trying their best to make it from Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.

[@Booboonancy]

@@backagain5216 We sure do.

[@Freddyfrm18]

That picture broke my freaking heart. Nick, thank you so much for your service. You're an inspiration to many people out there. God bless Nick and the owner of Spirals.

[@derrickB81]

This is what the world needs more of. Compassion towards one another, kindness, and respect will go a long way!

[@prestonnewcomb5991]

Props to the guy who posted it, but definitely not a moment of weakness. Compassion and fighting for others is what he does for a living.

[@tissuepaper9962]

he was saying the shop owner was having a moment of weakness, and he was worried to post that because it might embarass the owner.

[@EvilTheOne]

To Scott, Nick and Betty, thank you for your BIG HEARTS and being an essential part of such a feel-good story. Where there are so much bullying and nonsense on social media, it's great when something positive comes out of it. To The OK News Report, great job!

[@erutne]

this is fucking adorable i needed something like this today man, bless these dudes

[@tsOnMedia]

As a former news photog who attended the NPPA Workshop in Norman over 3 decades ago, I applaud stations that still see the tremendous value in producing local feature stories. This is the kind of reporting we need more of. Especially right now.

[@MelanatedRepublican]

Yea keep the masses worried about the important thongs like hot dog stands and cute puppies lmao

[@brunetteXer]

sure, although the format could use a little modernisation. even the cadance of the reporter is straight from the 80s.

[@tissuepaper9962]

​@@brunetteXer no, FFS. "modern" news coverage is designed to enrage, not to inform. i also don't want to listen to any more fast-talking reporters or look at the ridiculous CGI. it's the news, not a football game; the "modern characteristics" you're looking for are just constant dopamine hits to keep you fat and stupid.

[@7xtc25]

This is the kind of good news we all need. God bless these humble men helping each other!

[@davidrafie7787]

I’m so glad a good person is making it because of another persons good intentions! Be the light and be open to giving. Powerful story!

[@troyrager1352]

Americans need to help each other out more, more love, more kindness. Love and light

[@puravidadreams1591]

Amen

[@LebaneserScrooge]

He said he almost didn't post it because he was concerned it would be considered a moment of weakness. I hope he learned a lesson from this. Compassion is a strength; not a weakness.

[@AaronTWas]

I think what he might have meant was that he was reluctant to post a photo of the owner during a moment of weakness, which was a considerate thought as well, but certainly a good thing that he did!

[@LebaneserScrooge]

@@AaronTWas oh that makes sense too lol

[@LebaneserScrooge]

@@AaronTWas way to ruin my deep thought!! 😂

[@AaronTWas]

lol sorry, still a good thought that you shared, and I completely agree with it 😊

[@hanoitripper1809]

He was unsure he wanted to expose the bad situation of the business owner, that’s all

[@edsmachine93]

Great story, just now watching this in December. God Bless this Man and his business and the National Guard Man for taking the high ground to help this business. And Oklahoma News Report for sharing this story. This is great Journalism! 👍🇺🇸👍

[@Classicrocker6119]

I’m in Western Canada and this is one of the most amazing and inspiring stories I have ever heard! Continued success to Scott and a big shout out to all of the great people of Norman Oklahoma!

[@UnfilteredDiana]

The photo did not just go viral, it went spiral, into a GRAND thing! Thank you for your above and beyond service Nick, saving one soul, save another! It spiraled into control =)

[@sterlingmatsui154]

Lol~Good One☆☆:)

[@Spruce_Bingsteen]

@DianasDreams ... Excellent comment! Well done!

[@dcu8530]

The power of one persons kindness is amazing.

[@LovesLakes]

Great story. Is Betty Gatewood a 52 year old resident or a 52 year resident? There’s a huge difference! 😊

[@mrosjo]

I was wondering the same. That woman is definitely not 52.

[@rockyraccoon3630]

She's 52...been eating corn dogs and fries her whole life.

[@Justaduck-u3o]

​@mrosjo she's 75.

[@johnalexander-d5d]

I played it back to see exactly what was said about her age---sounds like it says she is 52....but NO way is that correct....she is 70 easy.

[@38Achilles]

That's a hard 52

[@Bellz972]

Thank you for wholesome news ❤

[@LLSearle]

Love this story! Congrats to everyone involved. ❤🎉

[@JenShea]

Lovely story.. thank you for doing your part to help this gentleman's business, as well.

[@ameliadavis1979]

This should be a lesson to everyone. One small act of kindness might change someones life. 👍

[@greenbeagle13]

Good point.

[@donnakreye8339]

TRUTH

[@horrorbiz72]

I needed to see this today. Thank you for sharing and taking care of one another.

[@Jimmynitro76]

This is what it means to be American! God bless this country and its people!

[@kascension]

YES!

[@WandaRichardson-m2r]

❤💯🫡

[@bootsmade4walking]

Amen!!

[@jackstone2176]

His business won't last long after the media hype ends. Small businesses like his usually close down after 5-10 years.

[@DR-sv8ke]

Temporary help to a failing business.

[@K3mbusm]

Best of luck to this wonderful man & his business! God bless!

[@76f350]

To all the soldiers in this video thank you for your service.

[@chrisdantis]

So happy to see this kind of news when community go out their way to help one of their own. Kudos to this young man for having empathy and compassion! 👍👏🙏

[@iancowan3527]

Good people taking care of good people... Good business get taken care of by good customers... Together ~ makes everything good!

[@johnny5173]

Hey Scott I’m on my way from New York !!!! I absolutely love this story !!!! See ya soon !!!

[@RunninUpThatHillh]

Hope you had a great time🤗 Bring me a doggie bag!😂 Here where I live upstate.. Dirt Dogs is the small business hot dog shop. Mmmm! Secret sauce😂

[@jordanbabcock9349]

Dude went nowhere lol.

[@GiGizGolden1]

Wish I could visit there, too. Love this story.

[@ranchoboomerang]

As a fellow entrepreneur, I totally understand the ups and downs all too well. I'm so happy to see this happen for such a nice family.

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍🙏💝Bless Nick for posting that photo & bless Scot and his business. 🙏💝

[@noblerecords]

As a small business owner, we have all been there standing at the door looking out, with a million thoughts and worries running through your head. Glad it turned out good for this guy!

[@Rubiepurl]

He is such a kind man and the food is really good!

[@crash8729]

Perfect example of why our military is the greatest in the world, thank you all for your service.

[@willjoe4469]

what that have to do with anything

[@themartykus]

​@willjoe4469 in America, we thank the military for anything and everything

[@mzee5533]

Thanking them for killing innocent civilians in Afghanistan, Iraq 🇮🇶 and around the world? You must use your brains 🧠 to think mate

[@joelc9439]

Technically he is National guard so he's part of the state. he's not part of the Federal military

[@mzee5533]

Greatest in invading other countries and killing innocent civilians in iraq 🇮🇶, Afghanistan 🇦🇫 and many other countries around the world? You must be smoking 💩

[@danarbuckle6640]

Finally some good reporting.

[@tysonb3568]

God bless this man! All the success my Brother 🙏🏾

[@andrecoyote1]

I love seeing people helping people. This story gives me hope

[@Keith_from_LBC]

What a beautiful, heartwarming story. Thank you for sharing this. 🙏🏼

[@but24God]

So glad to see this follow up report! I saw the original post on couple of Veteran's FB pages/groups and sent it to military friends in OK. Being an Army Vet, I sent it to VFW and American Legion contacts there as well. Good to see the business doing well. I'm in Ohio, but, if I could, I would be there.

[@Snoochieboochies27]

I’m shocked I just saw this on my feed. I saw the pic on the disgruntled veterans page on fb a while back and glad this guy is doing well!

[@RV1701]

So glad to hear good news. Hope for continued success!

[@jeezceez195]

Thanks Oklahoma news report, great report positive and uplifting. Love it, keep up the great work!!!

[@jaydez_]

wow, what a wonderful story! People helping each other out anyway they can and impacting other people. I love this story.

[@katespear1233]

I’m crying. Wonderful!

[@myleneballesteros8164]

Keep going do not give up ! God Bless your family and your business !

[@ellap4235]

What a beautiful story. I wish we heard more like this every day. Thank you for telling it!

[@newwavepressure6478]

Shout out to nick for taking the time ...and Thank u bro for ur service 🇺🇸 🇺🇸

[@Whipple1]

So awesome that one simple wholesome act like this could make such a big difference is somebody’s life. Very uplifting. Cheers! Whipple

[@Jonathon1031]

This has happened to a few businesses. Good deal. Citizens helping their communities.

[@Carrie_13]

I want to see more stories like this out there! Wonderful!!

[@MVDWalt-tw4gn]

Amen. God is always in control. Greetings from South Africa.

[@tabbycat8511]

I’m from California, but just those pictures of the dogs piled high with fixins alone would have so brought me in. The story is just gravy - or maybe relish. Happy to hear of your success. 😺

[@Weaf2727]

I'm not a fan of hot dogs, but after watching this story, I'd go there in a heart beat! Awesome people helping people is always a great story.

[@StoneyMaloney1]

Man that’s so great. I love this. I don’t think I’ll ever be around there, but if I am, I’d like to go. I don’t even like hot dogs that much, but I’ll buy one from that guy.

[@ScarlettRose7221]

God bless all of these wonderful people! ❤️🇺🇸

[@grandpahickory613]

WONDERFUL NEWS ! GOD BLESS AMERICA, AND OUR MILITARY PEOPLE ! I SALUTE ALL OF YOU ! THANK YOU FOR HELPING THIS MAN!!!! FROM TEXAS I SEND TO ALL OF YOU DEEP APPRECIATION ! I SALUTE YOU NOW, AND FOREVER!

[@WandaRichardson-m2r]

Amen to that.......❤🫡💯💥💥💥💥

[@TheDudleyJames]

Nice to hear an uplifting story. Thank u

[@markflick1641]

Thank you Nick . Feel good stories are hard to come by .👍

[@kylespevak6781]

I love how chill the owner seems. It's heart warming when good things happen to nice people

[@justinfargas2367]

Amazing story. Love and prayers to all from Australia.

[@jgdwick4067]

Thank you Nick!!!!

[@sorbabaric1]

Small businesses like this keep a community going. A source of jobs, and sponsoring local teams and activities. I hope I get to Norman Oklahoma someday and can stop in for a hotdog.

[@brickman291]

This is why we need mom and pop shops God bless

[@aviewer9516]

Wow, what a lovely story. So much negativity in the press, it's so nice to hear good stories like this. Thank you!

[@dlighted8861]

Yes sir,thank you for your service,twice. 🤗🤗

[@Tao_Peace]

I’m not from Oklahoma, however, God bless our amazing and wonderful Veterans and these great small businesses! You ARE what makes our country so great! Blessings of abundance, protection and continued freedom 🇺🇸🇺🇸🎄🎄🫡🙏🙏

[@alyneorleans5018]

Thanks so much for a genuine feel-good story! God bless these men! 🌭🙂♥️

[@vault7137]

Finally, something good from social media.

[@originalfallinggirl]

This is beautiful! Everything about this story is so wonderful. 🙏

[@mjbrownlee7979]

Praying he keeps going! God keep him!

[@normagacutan21]

tugged at my hear strings and such a great, inspiring story

[@the__downbeat4702]

I’m happy about this. Thank you for helping him. And thank you for your service! Happy Holidays y’all❤

[@davidtripp1886]

Finally a news story from a news outlet. And its heartwarming! This is so great!!

[@Ratguitar58]

Whatta great story ❤ Respect to all involved

[@williamrosa4322]

Nick you're awesome! Thanks for your service, you're a good man, God bless.

[@blahblahhum]

I live in IN and have now placed this establishment on my bucket list. FANTASTIC story.

[@DanGunia]

So glad the shop is still OPEN.