Lawton Police manage traffic delays following Apache Casino fireworks show
Lawton, OK – According to the police officials, drivers experienced traffic delays Wednesday night as the Lawton Police Department managed congestion caused by the fireworks show at Apache Casino. According to officials, traffic in the area of Lucky Lane and Gore Boulevard was reduced to…
Firefighters respond to structure fire on SW 7th Street in Lawton
Lawton, OK – Lawton firefighters responded to a structure fire Thursday morning in the 900 block of SW 7th Street, according to a statement from the Lawton Fire Department. Crews arrived on the scene around 10:30 a.m. and began working to contain the blaze. Authorities are…
Traffic accident at 52nd and Quanah Parker blocked westbound lanes Thursday afternoon
Lawton, OK – A traffic accident at the intersection of 52nd Street and Quanah Parker Trailway temporarily blocked westbound traffic Thursday afternoon, prompting a road closure and detours in the area. The Lawton Police Department reported that the incident occurred around 3:30 p.m., with officers…
Licensed counselor appointed as Chief Clinical Officer at Oklahoma Human Services
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, Sharon Millington has been appointed as the new Chief Clinical Officer at Oklahoma Human Services, the agency announced this week. A licensed professional counselor, Millington will officially step into the role on June 30. Millington currently serves…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol cruiser ranks 5th in national contest after first day of voting
Oklahoma — The Oklahoma Highway Patrol (OHP) is off to a strong start in the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) “Best Looking Cruiser” contest, securing 5th place after just one day of public voting. OHP encouraged Oklahomans to keep the momentum going by casting…
Volunteers and soldiers unite to clean Lawton stream, removing 920 pounds of debris
Lawton, OK — This past Saturday, a dedicated group of volunteers came together for June’s Stream Clean Saturday, making a significant impact on local environmental cleanup efforts. The team included the 002-25 and HQ/A 2-6 ADA BOLC from Fort Sill, who joined regular volunteers Charles…
Troopers urge caution for July 4 travel as cruiser contest voting continues
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is reminding the public to stay safe this Fourth of July weekend, as part of its ongoing Tuesday with a Trooper series. In this week’s update, Lt. Mark Southall (#81) addressed holiday safety ahead of the busy travel and…
Two city employees recognized among Lawton’s 2025 Emerging Leaders
Lawton, OK – Two employees from the City of Lawton have been named to the Emerging Leaders 2025 list by The Lawton Constitution, an annual recognition of young professionals who are making a significant impact in their fields and communities. Assistant Fire Chief Kyle Nyhart…
