Brandon Bowman
Environmental Specialist, Policy Analyst, and Technical Writer working and living in Oklahoma.
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Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, University of Oklahoma, 1998; Master of Public Administration, University of Oklahoma, 2008Interests
Environmental Issues, Government Policy, Higher Education, Travel, Technology, Route 66, Oklahoma HistoryAffiliations
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The Kentucky Club: The History of a Legendary Oklahoma SpeakeasyThe old County Line Bar-B-Que, off of Route 66 in Oklahoma City, was once the home of the Kentucky Club, one of OKC's most notorious speakeasies. This article relates the factual history and legends surrounding the place.
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Bringing Society Forward: How Technological Advancement Will Be Used to Address Hunger, Poverty, and Oppressive RegimesTechnology has advanced exponentially over the past 40 years. But to continue this rate of growth, there are serious global social issues that must be addressed. I argue that technology will be used to alleviate hunger, poverty, and regime change
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Ancient Chinese Statue Unearthed in Luther, Oklahoma is a MysteryDoes a statue of Shou Xing prove that Chinese Explorers crossed through Oklahoma before Columbus "discovered" the North American continent? This article provides a brief examination of the evidence.
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The Largest Funeral in Oklahoma HistoryThe largest funeral in Oklahoma history wasn't for a politician or movie star. It wasn't for a famous musician or humorist, either. It was for an outlaw. -
Where Oklahoma City's Sit-In Movement BeganThe southwest corner of Main Street and Robinson Avenue in Oklahoma City was once the location of Katz Drug Store, where in 1958 Clara Luper and a group of young people staged the first lunch counter sit-in in Oklahoma. -
Oklahoma City's Calvary Baptist ChurchCalvary Baptist Church occupied an important place in the story of the Oklahoma City's struggle for civil rights . This article presents a brief overview of the building's architecture and history. -
The First National Bank Building of Oklahoma CityConstructed in 1931, the First National Bank Building is a beautiful Art Deco skyscraper in the heart of downtown Oklahoma City. This article provides a brief history and description of the building, with photos. -
Oklahoma City's Gold Dome BuildingOnce slated for demolition, Oklahoma City's Gold Dome is an architectural marvel that is worthy of preservation. In several respects, the building is one-of-a-kind and holds a unique place as a historical Oklahoma building. -
Cooking Food Well: So Much More Than Just Food Preparation"Cooking Food Well" means a lot more than just knowing your way around a kitchen...it is a sociology lesson on a plate and an intimate conversation between chef and customer.
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Oklahoma City's Milk Bottle BuildingThe Milk Bottle Building is a small "Flatiron" style structure that is one of the more interesting sights along historic Route 66 in Oklahoma City and is a terrific lunchtime stop for the Route 66 wayfarer. -
The Impact of SQ 744 on OklahomaAre our schools in such need of additional funding that it's worth bankrupting every other function of state government? My answer is no, and here's why...
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Top Three Reasons You Shouldn't Install Your Own Septic SystemProperly designing and installing a septic system is a complex task. Do-it-yourselfers may be out of their depth trying this task. Here's why....
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Famous Outlaws Buried in Guthrie OklahomaGuthrie's Summit View Cemetery is the final resting place for a few famous outlaws of the old West. -
Avoiding Heat Related Illness in OklahomaThis guide provides a few common-sense steps for avoiding heat related illness in the Oklahoma Summer
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Was Malware Responsible for the Spanair JK 5022 Air Disaster?New information indicates that a malware infection may have brought down Spanair Flight JK 5022.
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Beach Ball Party Invitations: How To Make Them YourselfA step-by-step photo instruction guide for creating cute beach ball party invitations. -
GoGo Sushi Express and GrillA new Japanese cafe has recently opened near the Warren Theater in south Moore. GoGo Sushi Express and Grill serves excellent food and a casual chic environment, and is worth stopping for. -
Healthy and Convenient SnacksA guide to choosing healthy snacks that are excellent for on-the-go people.
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The Early History of Rural On-site Sewage Treatment in OklahomaSanitarians, an early form of government inspector, were the forerunners of environmental protection during the early 20th century in Oklahoma.
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Book Review: the Selected Works of T. S. Spivet by Reif LarsenA review of "The Selected Works of T. S. Spivet", the debut novel by Reif Larsen. The book was published in 2009 by Penguin Press.
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Movie Review: The Good GermanA review of "The Good German", a modern movie shot in the film noir style of the 1940s.
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Extreme Sports in the Oklahoma City AreaA guide to the latest and greatest places in the Oklahoma City metro for wakeboarding, indoor rock climbing, skateboarding, and paintball.
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The Oklahoma Corporation Commission and Environmental ProtectionA description of early history and structure of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission and its role in environmental protection.
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Problems with the American Public Policy ProcessA description of how fragmentation, lack of coordination and inconsistency affect the government's ablility to create and enact policy.
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A Typology of Bureaucratic ResistanceA description of the types of bureaucratic resistance and a discussion of potential benefits and drawbacks to this behavior.
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Alexis Cohen, American Idol Ranter: Gone Too SoonA brief discussion of the death of Alexis Cohen, and a tribute to her moxie.
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Free Things to Do in Oklahoma CityA listing of fun things to do in Oklahoma City that won't cost you a thing! -
A Honeymoon at the Riu YucatanAdvice for Enjoying Your Stay at This Resort in Playa Del Carmen, Mexico.
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Alternatives to Traditional Budgeting in GovernmentAn overview of performance budgeting, zero-based budgeting, and program budgeting, in comparision with traditional govermental budgets.
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An Effective Home Remedy for a Dog's Outer Ear InfectionA how-to guide for treating a dog's outer ear infection using common over-the-counter medications.
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Book Review: Just After Sunset by Stephen KingA review of King's latest release, a compilation of short stories.
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Book Review: Guide to Implementation Research by Alan WernerAn academic review of a policy implementation text currently in wide use in public administration and policy analysis courses.
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Book Review: Skeleton Crew by Stephen KingA review of a compilation of short stories by horror writer Stephen King.
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Book Review: The Call of Cthulhu and Other Weird Stories by H. P. LovecraftA review of a compendium of Lovecraft's work.
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Book Review: Rules for Renegades: How to Make More Money, Rock Your Career, and Revel in Your Individuality by Christine Comaford LynchA review of Ms. Lynch's book, Rules for Renegades.
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Book Review: Chickenhawk by Robert C. MasonA review of Mr. Mason's book, which is considered to be the classic chronicle of the helicopter war in Vietnam.
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Book Review: Catch-22 by Joseph HellerMr. Heller's work is as relevant today as it was 50 years ago. I provide an overview and analysis of his greatest novel.
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Book Review: The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth SteinA concise review of Mr. Stein's latest novel, "The Art of Racing in the Rain".
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Book Review: Bait and Switch: The (Futile) Pursuit of the American Dream by Barbara EhrenreichA review of Barbara Ehrenreich's sequel to "Nickel and Dimed."
