Lawton, OK – Oklahoma has officially secured approximately $223.5 million for the first year of a five-year grant through the Rural Health Transformation (RHT) Program, part of a historic $50 billion federal investment authorized by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The award provides new…

Lawton, OK – As 2025 came to a close, the Lawton Police Department highlighted its work alongside the community throughout December. The department emphasized its ongoing commitment to building strong community relationships. Officers participated in events such as F.O.P. Shop with a Cop, ringing bells…

Lawton, OK – City officials announced that construction on SW 38th Street is moving into its next phase as crews complete work on the northbound lanes and shift operations to the southbound side of the roadway. According to the City of Lawton, southbound SW 38th…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced it is accepting registrations for its upcoming Citizens Police Academy, a free 13-week program designed to give residents a closer look at local law enforcement operations. According to the department, the academy is scheduled to begin Feb….

Lawton, OK – Roadway rehabilitation is underway at the intersection of 17th Street and Hoover following a report from a local resident, according to the City of Lawton. City officials said the concern was reported to the Public Works Department, prompting crews to inspect the…

Lawton, OK – Pets at the Benjamin O. Davis Highrise received holiday gifts this week through the City of Lawton’s Santa Paws program, made possible by donations from community members. According to the City of Lawton, residents selected pets from a Santa Paws Tree and…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced it will host a Coffee with Cops event on Tuesday, December 23, providing community members an opportunity to meet and speak with officers in an informal setting. According to the department, the event is scheduled to take…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department responded Sunday evening to the Willow Park Nursing Facility following a report of an electrical smoke odor inside the building. Fire officials said a full structure fire response was dispatched out of an abundance of caution. Upon arrival,…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is hosting the International Homicide Investigators Association’s Foundational Homicide Investigations Course from December 8-12, 2025, bringing investigators from across the region to Lawton, Oklahoma, for specialized training. Participants are training alongside instructors from the IHIA, the FBI, and…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department reported a successful 2025 Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 98 Shop with a Cop event, crediting community support and partnerships for making the annual program possible. Department officials thanked the many groups and sponsors who contributed to fundraising…

Lawton, OK – Lawton city officials thanked residents for attending the first-ever Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at City Hall on December 5. The event featured cookies, hot chocolate, letters to Santa, and a surprise visit from Santa himself. City leaders said the celebration provided a…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department expressed gratitude to everyone who attended its annual Tree Lighting Event at the Public Safety Facility. The Department’s Community Policing Division said events like the tree lighting help build connections with the community they serve. Officers noted that…