Governor appoints Senior Advisor to Division of Government Efficiency to drive waste reduction and improve state operations
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has appointed economist, businessman, and attorney Marc Nuttle as Senior Advisor to the Division of Government Efficiency (DOGE-OK). Announced during the Governor’s State of the State address earlier this month, DOGE-OK builds on Stitt’s previous initiatives aimed at eliminating wasteful government…
City officials present award to employee for exceptional customer service and leadership in water distribution
Lawton, OK – City Manager John Ratliff recently presented Kristen Fitzpatrick with the True North Award for her outstanding contributions to the City of Lawton. Fitzpatrick, who has worked as the water distribution dispatcher for about two and a half years, plays a vital role…
Governor Stitt announces new agreement with U.S. Department of Homeland Security to enhance Operation Guardian and bolster state law enforcement efforts
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has announced that a new memorandum of agreement is set to be finalized between the State of Oklahoma and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. This agreement will enhance the implementation of Operation Guardian, enabling state troopers and agents from the…
Lawton Police Department hosts Interview and Interrogation course to enhance officer training and skills
Lawton, OK – This week, the Lawton Police Department hosted an Interview and Interrogation course, facilitated by Reid and Associates. The training attracted multiple agencies from Southwest Oklahoma, underscoring the department’s commitment to providing quality training not only for its officers but also for surrounding law…
Oklahoma Human Services sees decrease in children entering Child Welfare System due to partnerships and preventative services
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Human Services has seen a steady decline in the number of children entering its Child Welfare System over the past decade. This change is largely attributed to increased collaboration with community partners and other state agencies, alongside a focus on preventative, in-home…
Lawton Police Department accepting applications for officers with upcoming physical agility tryouts
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is currently accepting applications for Lawton Police Officers. The following physical agility tryout dates are scheduled: – Feb 17th, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Feb 20th, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Feb 21st, 8:00 PM –…
Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry now accepting nominations for 2025 Gov. Stitt’s Outstanding Achievement in Agriculture Award
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry is currently accepting nominations for the 2025 Governor Stitt’s Outstanding Achievement in Agriculture Award. The award recognizes leaders in the agriculture industry who have demonstrated personal values, exceptional performance, and notable achievement. The recipient of…
Leadership Lawton Fort Sill Class 34 visits city landmarks and explores local history and community programs
Lawton, OK – The Leadership Lawton Fort Sill Class 34 visited key city landmarks as part of their community engagement and leadership development activities. The group toured City Hall, the Museum of the Great Plains, the Carnegie Library Town Hall, and the Patterson Center. During their…
Pedestrian dies following vehicle collision in Lawton, police confirm all parties accounted for
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department (LPD) responded to a fatal vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision on Feb. 11, 2025. The department’s Traffic Unit confirmed that 36-year-old Jerami Clary was the victim. Clary was transported to the hospital, where he died from his injuries. Authorities stated that all…
Governor Stitt makes changes to Oklahoma State Board of Education following NAEP score concerns
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has named three new members to the Oklahoma State Board of Education (OSBE), following months of controversy at the Oklahoma State Department of Education and underwhelming results from the annual National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP). “Nothing is more important…
Lawton Police Department teams up with NHTSA to host free motorcycle safety course in March 2025
Lawton, OK – Motorcycle riders continue to be overrepresented in fatal traffic crashes, with 6,218 motorcyclists killed in 2022 alone, making up 15% of all traffic fatalities. In an effort to promote safer riding practices, the Lawton Police Department (LPD) has partnered with the National…
Lawton celebrates CASA’s first adoption of the year during visit to City Hall with United Way and Mayor Booker
Lawton, OK – According to the officials, the City Hall was filled with excitement as United Way of Southwest Oklahoma’s President and CEO, Mark Woommavovah, brought “Xavier” to meet Lawton’s Mayor Stan Booker and “Jamal” in celebration of a special moment. Xavier is the first…
