Governor Kevin Stitt delivered his State of the State address to Oklahoma’s 59th Legislature
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, Governor Stitt outlined his priorities for the 2024 regular legislative session, focusing on making Oklahoma the most business friendly state in the nation, limiting the growth of government by cutting taxes, expanding education freedom, and reinforcing public…
The Lawton Police Department is hosting a free motorcycle safety course to the public, officials say
Lawton, OK – Police officials released a statement, saying that registration is required prior to the class. Upon registration, you will receive a waiver that must be signed. This class will consist of slow speed cone patterns, emergency braking, throttle control and friction zone. After…
The Lawton Police Department is now accepting applications for the July 2024 Academy
Lawton, OK – According to the police officials, they are now accepting applications for the July 2024 Academy. The Lawton Police Department released the following statement: “Be the change you want to see in your community. Answer the call and invest in a career with…
Gov. Stitt announced the receipt of the highly anticipated Modernized Operations through Data and Evidence-based Restoration Now Justice Task Force report
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, the culmination of months of dedicated work by a diverse group of stakeholders, the report is a first-of-its-kind intensive review of Oklahoma’s jails and provides 15 policy recommendations to address public safety, jail populations, recidivism, and cost-effectiveness…
All lanes of eastbound I-244 will be closed between the I-44 western split and the US-75 junction beginning Monday through summer as part of a pavement rehabilitation project
Eugene, OR – According to the ODOT officials, Eastbound I-44 motorists bound for I-244 will be able to detour using eastbound I-44 and northbound US-75. After the eastbound lanes are completed, westbound I-244 will be closed in the same area. Also beginning Monday, east and…
Oklahomans receiving a refund this tax season can champion the wild by donating all or a portion of their refund to the Wildlife Department’s Wildlife Diversity Program
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, tax refund donations can be made on Schedule 511-H of the 2023 state return, which must be filed with theOklahoma Tax Commission by April 15, 2024. Income Tax Form 511 is available from the Oklahoma Tax Commission…
Governor Kevin Stitt released the following statement regarding the Senate’s unwillingness to vote on tax cuts
Lawton, OK – According to the state officials, Governor Kevin Stitt released the following statement: “All I asked was for Senator Treat to put a quarter-point tax cut up for a vote. The Senate is refusing to do what 65% of Oklahomans support: cutting taxes. If…
Shooting at 1604 SW E Ave leaves one person dead, suspect in custody
Lawton, OK – According to the police officials, the shooting occurred at 1604 SW E Ave. Lawton Police Department officers responded to a shooting call. When officers arrived, they gave commands to the suspect to step out with his hands up. The suspect complied with…