Oklahoma Gov. Stitt says Attorney General Drummond “has turned his back on Oklahomans” after proposed settlement, says it “comes only after years of dragging chicken farmers through the mud”
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt criticized Attorney General Gentner Drummond after a proposed multimillion-dollar settlement was announced in the state’s long-running poultry lawsuit, arguing the agreement should have been reached years ago. “It is a shame that State Attorney General Gentner Drummond put our…
Lawton celebrates strong turnout for Let’s Get Moving community wellness event
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton celebrated a successful Let’s Get Moving Lawton event after residents gathered for a morning of fitness, wellness, and family-friendly activities. Community members of all ages participated in the event, which featured a variety of activities designed to promote…
NE Rogers Lane reopens after drainage repairs completed between NE Tortoise and NE Village Drive in Lawton
Lawton, OK – NE Rogers Lane has reopened to traffic following the completion of drainage repairs, according to the City of Lawton. City officials announced that the section of NE Rogers Lane between NE Tortoise and NE Village Drive reopened at approximately 11:45 a.m. on…
Eastbound lanes of SW Lee Boulevard to close July 13 as Lawton road construction enters next phase
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton has announced that a planned eastbound lane closure on SW Lee Boulevard has been rescheduled as work continues on a major roadway improvement project. Beginning Monday, July 13, the eastbound lanes of SW Lee Boulevard between SW 52nd…
Lawton announces traffic changes on SW Lee Boulevard as construction enters new phase
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton announced upcoming traffic changes on SW Lee Boulevard as construction work continues in the area. Beginning Tuesday, July 7, westbound lanes of SW Lee Boulevard between SW 52nd Street and SW 38th Street will reopen to traffic. City…
Lawton Police Department warns drivers after speed radar captures vehicle traveling 89 mph
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is reminding drivers to slow down after sharing a photo showing a speed radar reading of 89 mph as part of an effort to improve traffic safety. The department said it is working with the Oklahoma Department of…
Gov. Stitt defends Oklahoma criminal justice system after attorney general data release, says “don’t let the State Attorney General bamboozle you during an election year”
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt defended the state’s criminal justice system following a data release from the State Attorney General, saying the information was being misinterpreted and did not reflect wrongdoing by state agencies. “This latest data dump by the State Attorney General is…
Lawton Police Department honors captain for 20 years of dedicated service
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department recognized Captain Justin Thorne for reaching 20 years of dedicated service with the department and for his continued commitment to protecting and serving the Lawton-Fort Sill community. The department honored Thorne for his years of service, highlighting his…
Lawton Police host motorcycle safety course to help riders stay safer on the road
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department thanked members of the Lawton-Fort Sill community who participated in a recent motorcycle safety course held on Fort Sill in partnership with the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office. The department’s Motor Unit worked with riders during the free training,…
East Side Park play area closed as construction continues on future Lawton Fort Sill Sports Plex
Lawton, OK – Construction work is continuing at East Side Park in Lawton, prompting city officials to close the park’s play area and remind residents to stay out of the active construction zone. In an update shared June 15, the City of Lawton said work…
Oklahoma Sen. Lankford reacts to border crisis, says Biden administration “failed our country” after 146,000 migrant children located
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Sen. James Lankford responded on June 12 to reports and statements from federal officials and lawmakers regarding unaccompanied migrant children who entered the United States in recent years, highlighting claims that the Trump administration has located approximately 146,000 minors who were previously…
City of Lawton welcomes four new emergency communications dispatchers
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is celebrating the addition of four new emergency communications dispatchers who have completed their training and are ready to begin serving the community. City officials announced that Marcilio Cordeiro, Kaidence Ostrowski, James Pendley, and Claudia Robertson have successfully…
