Doug Loudenback
“The principal focus of this blog is Oklahoma City history, past, present & future, including the city’s NBA teams, as well as anything else I decide to write about from time to time. – Doug Loudenback
From 2006 to 2014, Doug did just that. As a lawyer turned city historian and author, Doug meticulously researched city history and provided an important resource for those wanting to learn more about our community. Doug, a founding member of Retro Metro OKC, died on September 12, 2021 after an extensive illness. His writings are preserved for future generations.
My 50th Lawton High School Class Reunion
Originally posted September 1, 2011; updated on September 6 & 8 to show reunion photos. the Wichitas previously. As high school kids, that's where we often hung out, doing various and sundry things in the process ... some things are better left unsaid in a blog post...
Jim Kyle Memoirs, Part 3 — An Oklahoma Citian Remembers The Korean War
The Korean War (aka Korean police action/conflict) began on June 25, 1950, when the Soviet trained and armed North Korean army invaded South Korea in an apparent surprise attack. (Credit this animated gif showing the changing border during the war to Matthew White in...
You’re Close to the Target When You Start Drawing Heavy Fire
For starters, here are Ed Shadid's remarks about the phantom $30 million dollars associated with the MAPS 3 convention center, a broadside against the Oklahoman, and perhaps some other things. Somehow, I got mixed up in the friendly fire, and that's OK by me, just...
OKC City Council Civility — Yes, It Is A Lost Cause, For Now.
In my last post, I asked if civility in the current Oklahoma City Council was a lost cause. Now, just moments ago, the City Council has gone on record as saying, "Yes, it is," at least for the time being. Councilmen Ed Shadid and Pete White's May 31, 2011, proposal...
OKC City Council Civility — Is It A Lost Cause?
Continued from the Emperor's New Clothes. To set the scene, on May 31, 2011, council members Ed Shadid and Pete White presented a resolution which would build in some time, 3 hearings, for major items presented to the City Council before a council vote occurred. On...
The Oklahoman’s Selective News Reporting – Why Is That?
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, July 19, 2011: COUNCILMAN ED SHADID NAMES LARRY NICHOLS AS THE PRINCIPAL FORCE BEHIND THE COMMITTEE FOR OKLAHOMA CITY MOMENTUM AND SUGGESTS THAT CITY GOVERNMENT IS A PLUTOCRACY ... ... or so the headline may have read in the Oklahoman on July...