Lawton, OK – A fire that broke out overnight consumed an abandoned house in northwest Lawton, leaving significant damage behind but no reported injuries. Authorities believe the structure, located on the 2200 block of Northwest Ferris Avenue, had been vacant for some time prior to…

Duncan, OK — A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in Duncan early Tuesday morning, December 3. The incident occurred around 6:47 a.m. at the intersection of 12th Street and Bois D’Arc. Duncan officials confirmed that the pedestrian, whose identity has not yet…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton’s Youth and Family Affairs Committee has announced that it is now accepting applications for grant funding aimed at nonprofit organizations that work with the city’s youth. These grants are designed to support programs that provide life skills, focus…

Oklahoma City, OK – Two suspects, one clad in a “Scream” hoodie and wielding an axe, broke into a Duncan convenience store early Sunday morning and made off with a case of Oklahoma Lottery Scratchers. The burglary occurred at the Chisholm Corner store, located at…

Lawton, OK – A Lawton couple, Desiree Campbell, 38, and Daniel L. Hicks, 35, have been arrested and charged after allegedly attempting to involve a 9-year-old girl in inappropriate and criminal activities. The pair made their initial appearances in Comanche County District Court earlier this…

Lawton, OK – Arvest Bank has once again honored outstanding educators in the Lawton area through its annual “We Love Teachers” initiative. The initiative, which is designed to support local teachers with school supply funding, awarded $500 to three Lawton Public Schools (LPS) educators this…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Landfill is undergoing a significant expansion with the addition of two new waste disposal cells, a project that has been in the works since May. The expansion, which covers 19.2 acres, will increase the landfill’s capacity, allowing it to serve…

Oklahoma City, OK – One week after expressing frustration over feeling abandoned by the city, residents of a homeless encampment in northwest Oklahoma City say their situation has improved. Located at Reno and Meridian, the camp has seen a shift in treatment from authorities and…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is mourning the loss of retired K9 Ory, who passed away after serving the department for four years. K9 Ory, a dedicated and skilled working dog, spent his retirement years with his handler, Detective Adamson, forming a bond…

As the Thanksgiving holiday approaches, several city and county services in Lawton will be temporarily suspended to allow employees to observe the holiday. The City of Lawton has announced that its offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday, including Lawton City Hall. In addition,…

With Thanksgiving falling on Thursday, November 28, the City of Lawton’s Solid Waste Collection Division will observe the holiday by taking the day off. However, residents can rest assured that trash collection will not be skipped, though it will follow a modified schedule for the…

Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt has found himself at the center of a political debate after voicing support for a proposal that would radically change Oklahoma’s election system. The initiative, spearheaded by the group Oklahoma United, seeks to replace the state’s current primary election system…