Lawton, OK – Twenty-eight volunteers helped remove more than 1,200 pounds of trash during a recent Stream Clean Saturday event along Numu Creek, according to the City of Lawton. City officials said the cleanup took place behind the Sheridan Road Walmart and continued along the…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton announced that work is underway on a $3.4 million rehabilitation project for the historic Gondola Dam in Medicine Park. City officials said the dam, which is more than 100 years old, has long been part of the area’s…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton said community members gathered for a Community Enrichment Department workshop at the Owens Multipurpose Center, where residents had the opportunity to learn more about city programs and available resources. City officials said the event drew a strong turnout,…

Lawton, OK – All lanes of Interstate 44 have reopened following a major crash near the Medicine Park exit that involved an Elgin school bus, according to the Lawton Police Department. Authorities initially responded to the crash late Sunday as multiple emergency responders were dispatched…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department expressed gratitude to the Lawton–Fort Sill community after officers and residents participated in a fundraising plunge event benefiting Special Olympics. The event took place Saturday, where participants braved cold water to raise money for the organization and the…

Lawton, OK – Renovations at McMahon Memorial Auditorium are moving steadily, with the project now roughly 75% complete. Crews have been working on infrastructure upgrades and interior improvements aimed at extending the life and functionality of the community venue. The project timeline was recently extended…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department and Lawton Police Department were recognized this week for their efforts during the 2025 Salvation Army bell ringing campaign. The two departments competed in the annual “Guns and Hoses” challenge, raising funds to support local families in need….

Lawton, OK – Members of the Lawton Police Department Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) unit and the Comanche County District Attorney’s Office recently gave participants in the Citizens Police Academy a detailed view of how cases are handled from start to finish. Students learned how CSI…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is partnering with the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office to host a Motorcycle Safety Rider Course on March 14, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Diamondback Harley-Davidson, 301 SE Interstate Drive. The course is open to all…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton has started repairs to the barrier walls along the Cache Road bridge over Fort Sill Boulevard near Central Middle School. Construction began this morning following damage to the barrier caused by a recent vehicle accident. Officials said the…

Lawton, OK – Citizens from the Leadership Lawton Fort Sill program visited the Lawton Police and Fire Departments on Thursday to learn about public safety operations in the city. During the tour, participants observed patrol operations and emergency response procedures, gaining insight into the day-to-day…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department welcomed participants for the second week of its Citizens Police Academy, part of a 13-week course designed to provide residents with a closer look at law enforcement operations. During the session, attendees learned about the department’s Uniform Patrol…