This is the only episode where Cheyenne has a slight Texan accent. The second episode to the end of the series she has no accent.
From even the beginning of the pilot and through out the whole series, although some changes were made, the set that was used on "Reba" was also the same set that was used on The Hughleys (1998).
This episode was re-shot following the decision to change the main character's name from Sally to Reba. As shown in the Season One DVD's special features, footage exists from the first filming of this episode with the other characters referring to Reba as Sally. McEntire suggested the name change to make the character more relatable to her well-established fan base.
The series was originally set to debut in September of 2001, but was delayed to October because of 9/11.