Governor Stitt welcomes $179 million investment, says “Oklahoma keeps proving it’s a top destination for growing businesses”
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt announced that McKesson will invest $179 million in a new facility in Moore, Oklahoma, calling the project another sign of the state’s growing business environment. “Oklahoma keeps proving it’s a top destination for growing businesses,” Stitt said. “I am proud…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol mourns loss of longtime member K9 Dak, who they say died from natural causes
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is mourning the loss of K9 Dak, a longtime member of the agency who spent years helping protect communities across Oklahoma. Dak, born on August 10, 2014, began serving with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol in 2015 and was assigned…
NE Rogers Lane closed after drainage structure collapses in Lawton
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is advising residents of a road closure after a drainage structure collapsed near NE Rogers Lane and NE Tortoise Drive. Officials said NE Rogers Lane will be closed from NE Tortoise Drive to NE Village Drive until further…
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,…
Lawton Police searching for wanted individual accused of threats to perform act of violence
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a wanted individual with an active Comanche County warrant. Police identified the individual as Charles Brent Hodges, described as a white male, 6 feet tall, and approximately 300 pounds. Hodges…
Oklahoma Sen. Lankford says “Trump made America safer by weakening Iran”, argues previous presidents failed to bring regime to the table
Oklahoma – U.S. Sen. James Lankford is defending President Donald Trump’s approach toward Iran, arguing that the Middle Eastern nation is significantly weaker today than it was before recent military and diplomatic efforts by the United States. In a social media post shared within the…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol cadets complete active shooter response training as academy recruitment continues
Oklahoma – Cadets with the 75th Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy are completing specialized active shooter response training this week as part of their preparation to serve as state troopers. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the cadets are participating in LASER training, which stands for…
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…
Person rescued after being trapped in building collapse near NW Cache Road, flown to Oklahoma City hospital in serious condition
Lawton, OK – A person trapped in a building collapse in Lawton was rescued by firefighters on June 15 and transported to an Oklahoma City hospital in serious condition, according to the Lawton Fire Department. The Department said its technical rescue team responded to the…
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…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol reminds drivers of move-over law after attorney who said she was unaware of the law receives $1,244 citation
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol is once again reminding motorists about the state’s move-over law after a driver was cited for failing to move over while passing a traffic stop on the Turner Turnpike. According to the agency, the driver passed an Oklahoma Highway…
City of Lawton leaders tour Comanche Renewables facility to learn how landfill methane is converted into renewable natural gas
Lawton, OK – City of Lawton leadership and staff recently toured the Comanche Renewables facility near the City of Lawton Landfill to learn more about how methane generated by household waste is being converted into renewable natural gas. According to city officials, the facility captures…
