May 11, 1970 saw Lubbock, Texas devastated by a tornado. May 11, 1980, Joe Ely convinced the city leaders to allow an outdoor concert at the Buddy Holly Park. http://www.virtualubbock.com/stoCOTornadoJam.html called a Tornado Jam. In 1982, due to the size of the crowd, torrential rains, and a supposed concern for the buffalo grass, the city council said no more outdoor concerts of that size.
But you know what. The city moved it's outdoor Independence Day concert to Mackenzie Park many years ago, has large crowds, and no concern for the buffalo grass. This year, the entire celebration: parade, "picnic in the park," and concert and fireworks was held in the park. I saw lots of buffalo grass, and I did not hear anyone express concern about it being destroyed.
My, how times have changed. I wonder. The first Tornado Jam was 35 years ago. I wonder if some of the behind the scenes planners of the Tornado Jam are involved in any of the planning of the festivities in this era. Just curious.
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