Lawton celebrated Armed Forces Day parade with strong community support
Lawton, OK – The Armed Forces Day Parade in Lawton was described as a success by organizers, with strong participation from local partners and the military community. The Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce said the parade was a joint effort with the City of…
Oklahoma school athletics face big shift after Gov. Stitt signs eligibility law increasing transparency with open meetings and removing automatic penalties for transferring students
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt has signed House Bill 2153 into law, a measure that changes how the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) handles student eligibility decisions and removes the automatic penalty period for student athletes who transfer schools. According to the legislation, OSSAA…
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt says state needs “leaner government” after high-stakes veto fight, targets 400+ boards and commissions in major government overhaul push
Lawton, OK – Governor Kevin Stitt said the final day of Oklahoma’s legislative session delivered a clear message that the state is ready for reform, accountability, and consolidation across hundreds of boards and commissions. In a statement released after Sine Die, the governor pointed to…
Lawton fire officials join regional agencies for emergency operations training workshop at FISTA
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department participated in a regional training effort alongside emergency response partners during an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) workshop held in Southwest Oklahoma. Officials said the training brought together multiple agencies, including emergency management partners, for a day of learning…
City of Lawton thanked the Student Council from Crosby Park Elementary School for visiting City Hall
Lawton, OK – City of Lawton thanked the Student Council from Crosby Park Elementary School for visiting City Hall on May 8. City officials said the visit provided an opportunity to share information about how the city operates, local history, and the role of the…
Oklahoma Governor Stitt comments on controversial nationwide review of Mexican consulates, calls for accountability
Oklahoma – Governo Kevin Stitt issued a statement supporting a U.S. Department of State review of Mexican consulates operating across the United States under President Donald Trump’s “America First” foreign policy approach. Stitt said he welcomes the review of all Mexican consulates, including the one…
Lawton Police Department responds to domestic disturbance involving mental health crisis and safely resolves situation
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance on May 6, 2026, near the 2600 block of Northwest Cheyenne. According to the department, officers located an individual experiencing a mental health crisis inside a vehicle alongside another person. Officials said police…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol unit struck during emergency response after vehicle turns into private drive, trooper airlifted to hospital after crash-related injuries
Oklahoma – An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper was injured following a collision while responding to an emergency call involving an overturned dump truck, according to officials. Authorities said the incident occurred at approximately 10:00 a.m. as troopers were en route to an injury crash on…
Oklahoma Legislature advances controversial bill after heated debate, proposing up to 10 years in prison and $100,000 fines for trafficking abortion-inducing drugs
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Legislature has advanced a controversial measure that would make the trafficking or distribution of abortion-inducing drugs a felony, sending House Bill 1168 to Gov. Kevin Stitt for final consideration. The bill passed through the Oklahoma Senate in late April 2026 after…
Lawton City Council recognizes community service and issues multiple proclamations during recent meeting
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton City Council meeting on April 28 included several presentations and proclamations honoring community service, public awareness efforts, and local initiatives. During the meeting, City Manager John Ratliff presented the True North Award to Mincie Beamesderfer, a claims investigator…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol explains decision to shut down interstate during tornado
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol shared details behind its decision to shut down Interstate 35 during a recent tornado, emphasizing the importance of protecting motorists during severe weather. According to the agency, the closure followed real-time monitoring of the storm as it moved across…
Governor Kevin Stitt signs bill inspired by models used in Texas, Florida, and Utah, aiming to strengthen Oklahoma approach while protecting taxpayers
Oklahoma – Kevin Stitt has signed the Building Utilities and Infrastructure for Long-term Development (BUILD) Act into law, a measure designed to support infrastructure expansion and housing development across Oklahoma without raising taxes or increasing government debt. The governor said the state is experiencing significant…
