A court decision later upheld O'Daniel's view. Campaigns for city government grew especially rough in 1981, as allegations flew over claims of vandalism to campaign signs and reports of threats. Also, the Shively Newsweek editor said he was roughed up over campaign coverage. The Kentucky State Police watched over the polls to ensure a fair election, and voting day ended without incident. Donio admitted he took money for allowing prostitution and other vice at the old Red Garter Lounge on Seventh Street Road.
People still talk about it.
Bill Conley, who has lived in Shively for 48 years, recalls Saturday-night dinners at Ernstberger's Tavern, which until the late 1960s was across Dixie Highway from Bacon's Shively Center. Conley also recalled a woman who came to the old Shively Police court one night seeking a divorce. The woman never came back. We do what needs to be done.