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'The Kindness of Strangers'

When hurricane, flood and looting engulfed the Crescent City, Oklahoma's Thunderbirds were among those who flew in to turn the tide. This is one account.
Oklahoma Gazette |
Ben Fenwick |
09-21-2005 |
Disasters
Thunderbirds in the Garden
As the New Orleans floodwaters recede, the
Oklahoma National Guard’s 45th Infantry Brigade changes its mission.
Oklahoma Gazette |
Ben Fenwick |
09-14-2005 |
Disasters
Jail Bates?

DA Wes Lane says Brian Bates, Oklahoma City's "Video Vigilante," paid prostitutes to have sex on camera. Bates says it's a setup and has documents to back up his claim.
Oklahoma Gazette |
Ben Fenwick |
09-07-2005 |
Crime & Justice
Tags: crime & justice
Convict Has Little Chance in Hell of Cheating Hangman

There was plenty of motive indicating Jimmie Ray Slaughter killed Melody Wuertz and her baby, Jessica. Now important evidence is in question as he faces a date with death.
Oklahoma Gazette |
Ben Fenwick |
02-23-2005 |
Crime & Justice
Tags: crime & justice