Oklahoma trooper praised for “going above and beyond” after I-35 crash leaves family stranded in 106-degree heat and tow truck unable to take everyone
Oklahoma – An Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper was praised after helping two German teenagers get out of extreme heat following a multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 35 in Logan County. Trooper Konner Dowell, No. 460, was recognized by the Oklahoma Highway Patrol after J. Todd Crosby…
Lawton to celebrate reopening of Walker Family & Kathy Newcombe Park after improvements
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton will celebrate the reopening of Walker Family & Kathy Newcombe Park on Monday, Aug. 24, following improvements to the park. The reopening event is scheduled for noon at the park, located at 736-798 NW Parkview Blvd. City officials…
Lawton continues King Road rehabilitation project near Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton continued work on the King Road rehabilitation project at the Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport as part of the city’s larger Capital Improvement Plan. The project is focused on the section of King Road located directly in front of…
Oklahoma governor race takes personal turn as Drummond releases drug test while President Trump’s backed rival refuses to do the same
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has made his health, financial records and drug test part of the increasingly heated Republican race for governor, releasing records as his Aug. 25 runoff against former state Sen. Mike Mazzei draws closer. Drummond previously said he would…
“Oklahoma will not turn a blind eye to organizations that may support terrorism,” Gov. Stitt issues executive order targeting Muslim groups over potential threats
Oklahoma – Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has ordered state public-safety officials to assess whether the Muslim Brotherhood, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), or individuals and entities acting on their behalf present a terrorism or public-safety threat in Oklahoma. Stitt issued the executive order directing…
Citizens Academy participants get behind-the-scenes look at Lawton Fire Department during week 3
Lawton, OK – Participants in the City of Lawton’s Citizens Academy spent week three learning about the operations of the Lawton Fire Department and gaining a closer look at the work firefighters perform throughout the community. During the session, Fire Chief Jared Williams provided an…
Lawton leaders celebrate 2026 progress and unveil plans for what Mayor Booker calls the “Year of Transformation”
Lawton, OK – Lawton officials highlighted major accomplishments from the past year while outlining plans for future development during the city’s 2026 State of the City address. Hosted by Mayor Stan Booker, this year’s presentation, titled “Brick by Brick,” focused on projects completed throughout 2026…
Lawton-Fort Sill lands major defense expansion expected to generate $70 million in annual economic impact
Lawton, OK – A major defense industry expansion is moving forward in Lawton-Fort Sill after Leidos officially broke ground on Project New Heights, a development expected to bring new jobs, advanced manufacturing capabilities and an estimated $70 million in annual economic impact to the region….
Lawton Police seek help identifying two people in ongoing investigation
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying two individuals connected to an ongoing investigation. In a social media post, the department released photographs of the two individuals and asked residents to assist investigators by helping identify them….
Oklahoma troopers discover driver suffering medical emergency after minor crash near Jay and help save his life by performing CPR for 7 minutes
Oklahoma – Two Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers helped save a driver’s life after responding to a minor crash near Jay and discovering the driver was experiencing a medical emergency. On Aug. 3, Troop L Troopers Kainen Nance and Haven Clemons were dispatched to a crash…
Oklahoma Gov. Stitt responds after President Trump unveils major changes to childhood vaccine recommendations, says move will help parents make “the best decisions” for their children
Oklahoma – “Thank you, President Trump, for bringing greater clarity and transparency to vaccine recommendations,” Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt said Aug. 10 after President Donald Trump announced a major overhaul of the federal recommendations for childhood vaccinations. Earlier that day, Trump signed an executive order…
Lawton celebrates 125th birthday with cattle drive, auditorium ribbon cutting and community festivities
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton celebrated its 125th birthday with a day of events highlighting the city’s history, community and longtime residents. The celebration began with a Cowboy Breakfast before attendees watched a cattle drive as longhorns made their way through Elmer Thomas…
