Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton brought community spirit and public service together on Saturday with its Boots & Badges Blood Drive, held at the Great Plains Coliseum’s Prairie Building. The event ran through 2 p.m. and encouraged residents to donate blood while enjoying…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department recently celebrated the accomplishments of local students who completed its Junior Citizens Police Academy (JR CPA), a hands-on program designed to educate youth about law enforcement operations and foster positive relationships between officers and the community. Throughout the…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton has recognized the Blackout Rucking Crew as the latest recipients of the Clean Sweep Award, a distinction given to individuals or groups who demonstrate exceptional commitment to keeping the community clean and inviting. Representatives Chris and Ben accepted…

Lawton, OK — The City of Lawton has awarded its latest True North Award to an employee whose quick thinking and decisive action during a routine workday helped save a life. In May, while assisting with bulk waste pickup in Ward 7 following heavy rainfall,…

Lawton, OK — On the morning of Wednesday, July 23, 2025, the Lawton Police Department’s Traffic Unit temporarily shut down one lane of Interstate 44 East to continue an investigation into a recent injury accident. The closure lasted from approximately 7:00 to 8:00 a.m., reducing…

Lawton, OK — The Lawton Police Department has announced it will conduct increased traffic enforcement on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, along Rogers Lane. The operation is being carried out in partnership with Oklahoma Highway Safety in an effort to promote safe driving habits. Officers will…

Lawton, OK – Lawton Police responded to a single-vehicle rollover accident on 52nd Street, just north of Lee Boulevard, earlier today, prompting a temporary lane closure in the area. The crash, which occurred while traffic was active in the evening hours, resulted in the driver…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is investigating a multi-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle that occurred on the evening of Saturday, July 19, on Interstate 44 just south of Gore. Officers responded to the scene at approximately 9:50 p.m., where they found a motorcycle passenger…

Lawton, OK – According to the city officials, R.L. Smith has officially resigned from his position as Ward 2 City Councilman in Lawton, Oklahoma, effective immediately. In a letter addressed to Mayor Booker, fellow council members, and the citizens of Ward 2, Smith cited ongoing…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton announced the return of the Boots & Badges Blood Drive, set to take place on Saturday, July 26, at the Great Plains Coliseum Prairie Building. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is being…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department reported a traffic accident early Tuesday morning that led to the closure of eastbound Interstate 44. According to the department, the affected stretch runs from the Highway 7 Lee exit to the Gore Boulevard exit. The Traffic Division…

Lawton, OK – More than 270 residents came together at Shepler Park over the weekend for “Let’s Get Moving, Lawton,” a city-organized wellness and community engagement event that featured fitness activities, safety demonstrations, and a celebration of local agriculture. Mayor Booker officially kicked off the…