AG Drummond reacts to court’s decision in connection with his lawsuit over proposed Inola aluminum smelter, says ‘This case belongs in Oklahoma state court under Oklahoma law’
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond applauded a federal court’s decision to return his lawsuit over the proposed Inola aluminum smelter to Rogers County District Court, saying the case belongs in state court and that he will continue fighting the project on behalf of…
Gov. Stitt offers refuge to Jewish families fleeing antisemitism in Canada, says ‘in Oklahoma they can practice their faith freely without fear of violence’
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt reaffirmed Oklahoma’s willingness to welcome Jewish families from Canada amid concerns over rising antisemitism, saying, “You shouldn’t live in fear because of your faith. In Oklahoma, you can practice freely without fear.” Stitt made the comment while sharing a post…
City of Lawton’s latest Stream Clean Saturday removes 140 pounds of litter from Wolf Creek
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton’s latest Stream Clean Saturday brought volunteers together to help clean up Wolf Creek, with 140 pounds of litter removed from the area. Volunteers spent the morning cleaning Wolf Creek south of Gore Boulevard. The cleanup was cut short…
Citizens Academy reaches halfway point as Lawton residents learn about IT and Human Resources departments
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton’s Citizens Academy reached its halfway mark as participants continued learning about the departments and services that help keep the city running. During Week 6, participants received an overview of the City of Lawton’s Information Technology Services and Human…
Lawton Police warns residents about false social media post claiming masked attacker is targeting women
Lawton, OK – Lawton Police Department is warning residents about a false social media post claiming a masked attacker is targeting women in Lawton. The department said the post is false and was not created by the Lawton Police Department. Police urged residents not to…
Gov. Stitt takes aim at Texas after Gov. Abbott announces three-year degree plan, says “Oklahoma always a step above Texas” as OU pioneers 90-hour bachelor’s degree
Oklahoma – Gov. Kevin Stitt took aim at Texas while highlighting Oklahoma’s push toward faster college degrees, saying Oklahoma is “always a step above Texas” as the University of Oklahoma moves forward with 90-hour bachelor’s degree programs. “Oklahoma – always a step above Texas!” Stitt…
Oklahoma trooper pulls driver over for following too closely, discovers active pipe bomb, explosive materials, rifle, ammunition and armed driver during search
Oklahoma – A routine traffic stop in Oklahoma led to the discovery of an active pipe bomb, explosive materials and firearms, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. The trooper initially stopped a passenger vehicle for following another vehicle too closely. After speaking with the driver,…
Lawton police thank community and first responders following wildfire response
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department thanked the Lawton community and fellow first responders for their support following the wildfires that affected the area. In a message shared by the department, officials highlighted a heartfelt note from a community member thanking firefighters, police officers,…
