Lawton’s Youth and Family Affairs Committee Opens Grant Funding Applications for Nonprofits
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton’s Youth and Family Affairs Committee has announced that it is now accepting applications for grant funding aimed at nonprofit organizations that work with the city’s youth. These grants are designed to support programs that provide life skills, focus…
Oklahoma Governor Appoints New Chief of Staff, Marking Second Change in Five Months
Lawton, OK – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt announced Monday that Tom Newell will serve as his new chief of staff, following the departure of Grayson Walker, who held the position for only five months. Walker, who was appointed to the role in July, is stepping…
Scream Hoodie-Wearing Suspects Steal Lottery Scratchers in Duncan Store Break-In
Oklahoma City, OK – Two suspects, one clad in a “Scream” hoodie and wielding an axe, broke into a Duncan convenience store early Sunday morning and made off with a case of Oklahoma Lottery Scratchers. The burglary occurred at the Chisholm Corner store, located at…
Oklahoma City Police Officer Arrested on Multiple Charges, Including Rape and Forcible Sodomy
Oklahoma City, OK – An Oklahoma City Police officer, Shamar Kitchens, was arrested on Saturday in Canadian County on a series of serious criminal charges. Kitchens, who was taken into custody over the weekend, is facing allegations that include first-degree rape, forcible sodomy, and rape…
Oklahoma City Police Investigate Fatal Shooting Near SE 44th and Sunnylane
Oklahoma City, OK – Oklahoma City police are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Friday morning near Southeast 44th Street and Sunnylane Road. Authorities responded to a call at approximately 2:04 a.m. about gunfire being directed at a residence in the area. Upon arrival,…
Proposals to Cut Red Tape in Oklahoma Aim to Boost Economic Growth
Lawton , OK – Oklahoma, despite its conservative electorate, faces a regulatory environment that stifles economic growth and job creation. The state is among the most regulated in the country, with over 142,000 regulations, a number that surpasses even traditionally liberal states such as Minnesota,…
Lawton Couple Arrested in Connection with Attempted Abuse of 9-Year-Old Girl
Lawton, OK – A Lawton couple, Desiree Campbell, 38, and Daniel L. Hicks, 35, have been arrested and charged after allegedly attempting to involve a 9-year-old girl in inappropriate and criminal activities. The pair made their initial appearances in Comanche County District Court earlier this…
Lawton Man Arrested in Multi-Agency Child Sex Abuse Investigation
Lawton, OK – A 42-year-old Lawton man has been arrested following a multi-agency investigation into child sex abuse. Jean Paul LaRue was taken into custody on Wednesday by the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) after authorities discovered an inappropriate relationship between him and a…
Cherokee Nation and Oklahoma Governor Reach Agreement on New Motor Vehicle Tag Compact
Lawton, OK – After months of negotiations, leaders of the Cherokee Nation and Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt have reached a landmark agreement regarding the tribe’s motor vehicle tags. The new compact, which is expected to take effect on January 1, 2024, will allow the Cherokee…
Arvest Bank Recognizes Lawton Teachers Through “We Love Teachers” Initiative
Lawton, OK – Arvest Bank has once again honored outstanding educators in the Lawton area through its annual “We Love Teachers” initiative. The initiative, which is designed to support local teachers with school supply funding, awarded $500 to three Lawton Public Schools (LPS) educators this…
Lawton Man Bound Over for Trial in December 2022 Murder of Shane Chokpoyah
Lawton, OK – A Lawton man has been bound over for trial following a preliminary hearing in connection with the December 2022 murder of Shane Chokpoyah. On Tuesday, Comanche County Special District Judge Susan Zwaan ruled that 25-year-old Joshua Andrew Smith will face felony charges,…
Lawton Landfill Expands with Addition of Two New Cells
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Landfill is undergoing a significant expansion with the addition of two new waste disposal cells, a project that has been in the works since May. The expansion, which covers 19.2 acres, will increase the landfill’s capacity, allowing it to serve…
