Students explore aerospace and STEM careers during Fly Forward event
Lawton, OK – Students in Lawton spent a day learning about aerospace technology, drone operations, and STEM-related challenges during the Fly Forward: Tuesday Take-Off event. According to the City of Lawton, participants explored aerospace concepts, developed drone flight skills, and took part in hands-on STEM…
Lawton Police Department partners with Oklahoma Highway Safety Office for motorcycle safety course
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department partnered with the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office on Friday to host a Motorcycle Safety Rider Course at the Fort Sill motorcycle skills pad. The course was led by officers from the department’s Motor Unit and focused on helping…
Lawton Police Department urges drivers to follow traffic controls in Parkridge and Lee Boulevard construction zone
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is reminding drivers to follow posted traffic controls and detour routes in the construction area near Parkridge and Lee Boulevard following reports of dangerous driving behaviors in the zone. According to the department, officers have recently received reports…
Fort Sill Boulevard roadway repairs continue between Ferris Avenue and Rogers Lane with lane shifts expected through summer
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is advising drivers of ongoing construction work along Fort Sill Boulevard as roadway repairs continue between Ferris Avenue and Rogers Lane. According to the Lawton Oklahoma City Government, Ellsworth Construction is currently completing roadway repair work in the…
Lawton Fire Department joins Summer Kickoff event at public library featuring fire safety scavenger hunt for families
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department participated in a community-focused Summer Kickoff event hosted in partnership with the Lawton Public Library, bringing fire safety education and hands-on learning to local families. According to the Lawton Fire Department, firefighters joined the library’s Summer Kickoff and…
Lawton Police Department hosts retiree qualification shoot bringing former officers together for fellowship and firearm certification event
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department reflected on a recent community and department tradition after retirees gathered for a qualification and fellowship event hosted by the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 98. According to the Lawton Police Department, the annual Retiree Qualification Shoot was…
Volunteers remove 680 pounds of trash from Numu Creek during Stream Clean Saturday in major cleanup effort
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton highlighted a major community cleanup effort after volunteers removed 680 pounds of litter from Numu Creek during Stream Clean Saturday. According to the Lawton Oklahoma City Government, the event brought together community members who worked to help protect…
City of Lawton highlights Yard of the Month winners recognizing community pride and neighborhood upkeep
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton Community Enrichment Department is continuing its monthly “Yard of the Month” program, recognizing residents who maintain clean, attractive, and well-kept properties across the community. The program highlights homeowners who demonstrate consistent pride in their properties and contribute to…
Lawton Police Department partners with Oklahoma Highway Safety Office to host Motorcycle Safety Rider Course at Fort Sill
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department has announced a partnership with the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office to offer a Motorcycle Safety Rider Course aimed at improving rider awareness and road safety. The course is scheduled for June 5, 2026, and will be held at the…
Lawton Police Department arrests woman in connection with homicide investigation after suspect confesses to killing
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department announced an update in a homicide investigation that began earlier this month after a deceased individual was discovered at a residence. On May 8, 2026, emergency responders were dispatched to 705 SW Washington in reference to a deceased…
Lawton police department honors fallen service members ahead of Memorial Day weekend
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is honoring fallen military service members as part of Memorial Day observances, recognizing those who gave their lives in service to the United States. In a statement released ahead of the holiday weekend, the department asked the community…
Lawton Fire Department color guard presents colors at Oklahoma City Thunder game
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department color guard received a special honor during a recent Oklahoma City Thunder matchup against the San Antonio Spurs, where they were invited to present the colors before tipoff in front of a packed arena. Members of the Lawton…


