Lawton kicks off Halloween week with Boo-a-Palooza, announces more family-friendly events
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton has kicked off its Halloween celebrations with the Lawton Public Library’s Boo-a-Palooza, with more family-friendly events planned through the weekend. The library welcomed families for a Halloween-themed storytime and costume parade, thanking everyone who attended the annual event….
Lawton police seek public’s help locating 26-year-old man last seen near Interstate Drive
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 26-year-old Cody Ryan Elbel, who was last seen near 301 SE Interstate Drive in Lawton on October 22, 2026. Police described Elbel as a white male who is approximately 5…
Lawton police seek public’s help locating wanted man with domestic abuse warrant
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Darrell Smith, who is wanted on a Comanche County warrant related to domestic abuse. According to the department, Smith is wanted under warrant CM 2026-1951. Police describe him as a…
Lawton police invite families to Halloween bash at City Hall on October 30
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is inviting residents to celebrate Halloween at a community bash scheduled for Friday, October 30, at Lawton City Hall. The event will run from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the City Hall Banquet Room and will offer an…
Oklahoma Gov. Stitt responds to federal court ruling, says state’s authority over taxes, traffic laws and environmental regulations is not erased by McGirt
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt is calling a federal appeals court decision a victory for the state’s jurisdiction, arguing that the landmark McGirt ruling should not be extended beyond its narrow criminal-law context to areas such as taxation, traffic enforcement and environmental regulation. In…
Lawton invites community to sponsor veterans’ wreaths at Highland Cemetery as annual Wreaths Across America ceremony returns in December
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is inviting residents to support the return of Wreaths Across America to Highland Cemetery this December by sponsoring wreaths for veterans’ graves or volunteering during the annual ceremony. The ceremony is scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 19, at noon…
Lawton mayor presents proclamation as city joins Red Ribbon Week campaign encouraging youth to make drug-free choices
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton joined community members, public safety officials and military personnel in recognizing Red Ribbon Week and encouraging young people to make healthy, drug-free choices. Mayor Stan Booker presented Joslyn Wood with a proclamation during a community gathering, while the…
Lawton police train officers to respond to mental health crises through 40-hour program with local behavioral health partners
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department hosted a 40-hour Crisis Intervention Team training last week to prepare officers to respond more effectively to calls involving mental health crises. The five-day program brought together law enforcement officers and community partners to improve safety, understanding and…
