Lawton community members engage in race relations conversation
LAWTON, Okla. – United Way and community leaders hosted an anti-racism conversation. The conversation at the Owens Center helped answer questions and educate individuals about racism in Lawton and the greater community. The discussion addressed seven key points where racism still lives today such as…
Oklahoma Sheriff arrested on perjury, embezzlement charges
OKLAHOMA – The Ottawa County Sheriff was charged in a multi-county grand jury indictment, officials said. Sheriff Jeremy Floyd was indicted Thursday on perjury and embezzlement charges. Floyd was arrested at his home Friday morning by the Miami Police Department and is currently being held…
Community mourns loss of local business owners
LAWTON, Okla. – The Duncan community is mourning after the loss of local business owners in a weekend fatality accident. The accident, which happened around 10:08 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, claimed the life of Eric Gutierrez and Isaura Cabrera. According to reports from Oklahoma Highway…
Cameron University to put on COVID-19 related business forum
LAWTON, Okla. – Cameron University will be putting on a business forum Thursday to discus Covid-19. The forum is being hosted by by Cameron University’s Bill W. Burgess, Jr. Business Research Center and is titled “COVID-19 and Our Community.” They will be discussing the impact…
Police officers shoot, kill man accused of breaking into Lawton apartment, OSBI says
LAWTON, Okla. – Lawton police officers shot and killed a 30-year-old man accused of breaking into an apartment early Tuesday morning and pointing a firearm at officers. According to an Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation news release, Duane Scott Murray tried to break into an…
House of Bread Ministries needs donations for those in need at Christmas
LAWTON, Okla. – The House of Bread Ministries will be set up in Lawton’s Central Mall in front of Old Navy until December 18 for their Hope for Christmas and Countrytime Christmas programs. The ministry doesn’t just help those in Lawton, they provide aid to…
Health care workers continuing to be recognized for their hard work
LAWTON, Okla. – Lawton City Leaders have come up with a way to show health care workers their appreciation during the ongoing pandemic. On Friday at Comanche County Memorial Mayor Stan Booker proclaimed December 11 as ‘Healthcare Heroes Day.’ “It feels wonderful. Our employees, the…
House fire extinguished quickly by Lawton First Responders
LAWTON, Okla. – Lawton First Responders put out a a house fire Saturday afternoon. The fire started at a home on 18th and NW Columbia in Lawton, around 1:10 p.m. Officials with Lawton Fire say the fire was contained to the room it started, and…
Oklahoma Sooners Football – Reports: Trejan Bridges reinstated, will be available against Iowa State
OKLAHOMA – According to multiple reports (including one from Carey Murdock) and our own confirmation, Oklahoma Sooners wide receiver Trejan Bridges has been reinstated by the NCAA and will be available to play against the Iowa State Cyclones in the Big 12 Championship. Bridges, along with Ronnie Perkins…
Could Lawton Support A Bass Pro Shop?
LAWTON, Okla – So I’m going through my nightly routine the other night, dinner was done, dishes washed, sat down in my chair, turned on the tube and hopped on facebook to see what had been happening in the last twenty-four hours. Looking around one…
Oklahoma Department of Corrections locks down all correctional facilities
LAWTON, Okla. – The Oklahoma Department of Corrections has locked down all facilities on Friday afternoon. According to the ODOC, more than 20 inmates have been assaulted in three separate male prisons. Several prisoners have been taken to hospitals to have injuries treated. The assaults happened…
Children United unveil detailed sign of Inclusive Park plans
LAWTON, Okla. – A local organization celebrated a milestone at Elmer Thomas Park Children United unveiled their sign with detailed plans of the all inclusive park. Designed for all kids, with a focus on those with disabilities, to come have fun and play on the…
