Lawton city council honors employees and community group for outstanding clean-up efforts
Lawton, OK – The Lawton City Council recognized two groups for their dedication to keeping the city clean and welcoming. Members of the Stormwater and Solid Waste Divisions received the Employee Spotlight Award for their work during the Community Cleanout. Despite having fewer workers than…
Lawton community honors late Chief James Smith at funeral service
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department and the Lawton Fort Sill community came together on January 29 to honor the life and legacy of Chief James Smith during his funeral service. The department expressed its gratitude for the overwhelming support and attendance from local…
Lawton police join distracted driving campaign to promote road safety
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department, together with the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, participated in the Trooper Nick Dees Distracted Driving Campaign on January 29. The campaign served as a reminder of the dangers of distracted driving, including using phones or other devices while behind…
Lawton officials warn residents to avoid travel as road conditions remain dangerous
Lawton, OK — City officials issued a warning Friday evening that travel in Lawton is hazardous and strongly discouraged as snow-covered roads and slick conditions continue to impact the area. The City of Lawton posted an alert on social media stating that city streets, arterial…
Lawton city offices closed Monday as winter weather continues
Lawton, OK — The City of Lawton announced Friday that all city offices will be closed on Monday, January 26, due to ongoing winter weather and freezing conditions expected in the area. The closure will include the Lawton Public Library, the Lawton Landfill, and all…
Lawton police invite public to join polar plunge fundraiser for Special Olympics
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is encouraging community members to sign up and donate as the department prepares to take part in the Special Olympics Polar Plunge on February 28. The event is a fundraiser that benefits Special Olympics athletes, and the department…
Lawton police responded to the I-44 shutdown after a semi jackknifed near Rogers Lane
Lawton, OK – I-44 northbound traffic was at a standstill for several hours Thursday after a semi-trailer jackknifed near the Rogers Lane exit, prompting Lawton Police Department officers to shut down the roadway and reroute motorists. The incident occurred near the intersection of I-44 and…
Lawton awarded $500,000 road safety planning grant
Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton has been awarded a $500,000 Safe Streets for All Planning Grant to support a comprehensive, data-driven review of roadway safety throughout the city. City officials said the grant will fund a citywide safety study and the development of…
Lee West playground officially opens to the public
Lawton, OK – City officials and community members gathered earlier today for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the official opening of the new playground at Lee West Park. Despite cold temperatures, residents turned out to mark the milestone and welcome the new play space, which city…
Shooting on NW Cache Road leaves one injured, suspect in custody
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department investigated a shooting incident that occurred near the 1100 block of NW Cache Road on January 17. Police said one individual was transported to a local hospital for treatment, while another person was detained by officers at the…
Lawton Police investigate traffic accident involving bicyclist
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department Traffic Unit investigated a traffic accident involving a bicyclist and a vehicle near the intersection of 38th Street and Elm Avenue that occurred early yesterday morning. One individual was transported to a local hospital following the collision. The…
Renovations progress on McMahon Memorial Auditorium with major infrastructure upgrades completed
Lawton, OK – Renovation work continues to advance on McMahon Memorial Auditorium as Phase I of the project brings significant behind-the-scenes improvements to one of Lawton’s most well-known cultural landmarks. City officials reported that construction crews have completed major infrastructure upgrades on the east side…


