Oklahoma AG Drummond demands Gov. Stitt fire Secretary of State, says footage makes it “clear” he was “thoroughly inebriated” and “very likely lied” to police
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on Gov. Kevin Stitt to fire Secretary of State Ben Lepak after reviewing body-camera footage from Lepak’s recent public intoxication arrest. “After reviewing footage from law enforcement body cameras, it is clear that Secretary of State…
Oklahoma AG Drummond says “his duty is not to foreign interests attempting to force a harmful project” after asking federal judge to return Inola smelter lawsuit to state court
Lawton, OK – “My duty is to the people of Oklahoma – not to foreign interests attempting to force a harmful project on a peaceful community. That’s why I’m continuing to stand against the proposed aluminum smelter in court, even in the face of incredible…
Lawton Citizens Academy enters 4th week with lessons on 911 dispatch and city planning
Lawton, OK – Participants in the City of Lawton’s Citizens Academy explored emergency communications and city planning during the program’s fourth week. The session provided participants with a behind-the-scenes look at how city departments operate and how different systems are used to support emergency response…
Lawton Fire Department sends units to large fire along Comanche-Cotton county line
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department was sending units to assist with a large and dangerous fire along the Comanche-Cotton county line. The department urged the public to stay clear of the area as firefighters responded to the incident. Officials described the fire as…
Former Lawton Police assistant chief Jack Partin remembered as department announces passing, graveside service set for Aug. 28
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced the death of former Assistant Chief Jack Partin, mourning the loss of a longtime member of the department’s leadership. The department shared the news with deep sadness and offered condolences to Partin’s family, friends, former colleagues and…
Oklahoma trooper praised for “going above and beyond” after I-35 crash leaves family stranded in 106-degree heat and tow truck unable to take everyone
Oklahoma – An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper was praised after helping two German teenagers get out of extreme heat following a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 35 in Logan County. Trooper Konner Dowell, No. 460, was recognized by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol after J. Todd Crosby…
Lawton to celebrate reopening of Walker Family & Kathy Newcombe Park after improvements
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton will celebrate the reopening of Walker Family & Kathy Newcombe Park on Monday, Aug. 24, following improvements to the park. The reopening event is scheduled for noon at the park, located at 736-798 NW Parkview Blvd. City officials…
Lawton continues King Road rehabilitation project near Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton continued work on the King Road rehabilitation project at the Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport as part of the city’s larger Capital Improvement Plan. The project is focused on the section of King Road located directly in front of…
