Oklahoma Sen. Lankford says he voted to hold Dr. Fauci in contempt, arguing that “Congress has a responsibility to conduct oversight and get answers for the American people”
Oklahoma – “Congress has a responsibility to conduct oversight and get answers for the American people about how COVID-19 started and how our government responded,” Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford said after voting to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress following a contentious Senate…
“We’re proving year after year that conservative leadership works,” Gov. Stitt says Oklahoma defied critics after tax cuts as state revenue exceeds projections by $612 million
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt said the state’s latest revenue numbers show that tax cuts can boost economic growth, after Fiscal Year 2026 General Revenue Fund collections finished hundreds of millions of dollars above expectations. “When you cut taxes, revenue grows,” Stitt wrote on…
Driver identified after hit-and-run crash involving SUV and electric tricycle in Lawton
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department said all parties involved in a hit-and-run crash involving an SUV and an electric tricycle have been identified and accounted for following assistance from the community. The crash occurred on Aug. 2 in the area of 17th Street…
Lawton announces road and parking restrictions ahead of 125th Birthday Celebration cattle drive
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is reminding residents and visitors about temporary road closures and parking restrictions planned for the Lawton Rangers Longhorn Cattle Drive during the city’s 125th Birthday Celebration. The restrictions will be in place Saturday, Aug. 8, as part of…
Fort Sill volunteers remove 175 pounds of litter during Numu Creek cleanup in Lawton
Fort Smith, Ark. – A group of Fort Sill volunteers helped protect Lawton’s waterways after removing approximately 175 pounds of litter from Numu Creek at Mattie Beal Park. Members of Class 007-27 NCOA 13M SLC took part in the stream cleanup effort despite temperatures reaching…
Motorcyclist killed in fatal crash at Lawton intersection, police say
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is investigating a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred Aug. 3 at the intersection of Railroad Street and Lee Boulevard. According to police, the department’s Traffic Unit responded to the collision involving a motorcycle. Traffic investigators later confirmed the…
Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford says Dr. Fauci’s diary revealed a different story, adding “we are starting to see the truth, now we want accountability”
Lawton, OK – Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford said newly released diary entries written by former White House COVID-19 adviser Dr. Anthony Fauci reveal significant differences between Fauci’s private reflections and his public messaging during the pandemic, arguing that Americans deserve accountability for decisions that affected…
Lawton mayor to deliver 2026 State of the City address on Aug. 14
Lawton, OK – Lawton Mayor Stan Booker will deliver his 2026 State of the City address during the Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce’s annual State of the City Luncheon on Friday, Aug. 14, at FISTA Innovation Park. The luncheon is scheduled from 11:30 a.m….
