Governor Stitt orders immediate halt to weatherization program after investigation reveals $663,000 in questionable spending and directs Attorney General to launch legal probe into CAAOKC
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has instructed the Oklahoma Department of Commerce to immediately halt the weatherization program administered by the Community Action Agency of Oklahoma City, and Oklahoma and Canadian Counties, Inc (CAAOKC), following findings of significant mismanagement. The decision comes after a forensic…
Medicaid fraud audit cooperation ordered for Oklahoma Attorney General as Gov. Stitt backs federal crackdown and calls separate audit request politically motivated
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has directed the state Attorney General to cooperate with a federal audit involving Medicaid Fraud Control Units, emphasizing efforts to prevent misuse of taxpayer dollars and strengthen oversight of Medicaid programs. The directive follows a letter referencing an audit…
Lawton Fire Department color guard presents colors at Oklahoma City Thunder game
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department color guard received a special honor during a recent Oklahoma City Thunder matchup against the San Antonio Spurs, where they were invited to present the colors before tipoff in front of a packed arena. Members of the Lawton…
Lawton Fire Department Citizens Fire Academy focuses on emergency medical training in week three
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department continued its Citizens Fire Academy with a third night dedicated to emergency medical skills and the critical role firefighters play in providing pre-hospital care to the community. Participants in the program received hands-on instruction in basic medical techniques,…
Lawton Police Department highlights successful Armed Forces Day Parade in downtown Lawton
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department reflected on a successful Armed Forces Day Parade held in downtown Lawton, where officers participated alongside community members and military partners. The department said its officers enjoyed being part of the event, which brought large crowds together to…
Lawton Police Department opens registration for Junior Citizens Police Academy in July
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is encouraging local youth to register for its upcoming Junior Citizens Police Academy, scheduled for July 6 through July 9 at First Baptist Church, located at 501 B in Lawton. According to the department, the program is designed…
Oklahoma facility renamed in honor of late Lawton Police Chief James Smith following legislative effort
Lawton, OK – The Red Rock Correctional Center in Oklahoma will be renamed the Chief James Smith Correctional Center in honor of former James Smith, who served as police chief in Lawton until his death in January. The change was announced by the Oklahoma Department…
Oklahoma sees huge policy shift as Gov. Stitt signs major legislation package impacting health care and state government oversight while vetoing key bills
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt signed a wide-ranging package of legislation into law while issuing vetoes on four bills, according to an official release outlining final action on multiple measures affecting education, public safety, health care, transportation, and state governance. The signed legislation spans dozens…
