Oklahoma school athletics face big shift after Gov. Stitt signs eligibility law increasing transparency with open meetings and removing automatic penalties for transferring students
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has signed House Bill 2153 into law, a measure that changes how the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) handles student eligibility decisions and removes the automatic penalty period for student athletes who transfer schools. According to the legislation, OSSAA…
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt says state needs “leaner government” after high-stakes veto fight, targets 400+ boards and commissions in major government overhaul push
Lawton, OK – Governor Kevin Stitt said the final day of Oklahoma’s legislative session delivered a clear message that the state is ready for reform, accountability, and consolidation across hundreds of boards and commissions. In a statement released after Sine Die, the governor pointed to…
Oklahoma school system faces major shift after Gov. Stitt signs massive $275 million school choice expansion into law, sparking major change in how families choose schools
Oklahoma – The State of Oklahoma has enacted a major expansion of its school choice program after Gov. Kevin Stitt signed House Bill 3705 into law, increasing the funding cap for the Parental Choice Tax Credit program to $275 million. According to the announcement, the…
Lawton fire officials join regional agencies for emergency operations training workshop at FISTA
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department participated in a regional training effort alongside emergency response partners during an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) workshop held in Southwest Oklahoma. Officials said the training brought together multiple agencies, including emergency management partners, for a day of learning…
“Oklahomans will now truly benefit from this relief,” Oklahoma governor responds quickly on fuel tax rule tied to possible Trump federal policy shift that could lower gas prices
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt praised the Oklahoma Legislature for quickly advancing legislation aimed at preparing the state for potential changes to federal fuel tax policy under President Donald J. Trump. According to a statement from the governor, both chambers of the Legislature acted swiftly…
Lawton police captain graduates from elite national law enforcement leadership program
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is recognizing one of its officers for completing a nationally respected leadership training program at the University of Louisville in Kentucky. The department announced that a Lawton police captain graduated from the Southern Police Institute (SPI), a program…
Lawton police investigate shooting, suspect at large and considered armed and dangerous
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred near the 1300 block of SW G Avenue on May 14, 2026, where one victim was injured and transported to a hospital. According to a department investigation update, officers responded to the…
City of Lawton thanked the Student Council from Crosby Park Elementary School for visiting City Hall
Lawton, OK – City of Lawton thanked the Student Council from Crosby Park Elementary School for visiting City Hall on May 8. City officials said the visit provided an opportunity to share information about how the city operates, local history, and the role of the…
