Lawton, OK – The Lawton Fire Department continues to distinguish itself through a deep-rooted commitment to advanced training—an approach that exceeds basic standards and prepares its teams for the most demanding emergencies. This dedication was evident in recent life-saving incidents and natural disaster responses. Each…

Lawton, OK – Members of the Lawton Police Department, including its Honor Guard and various other divisions, attended a significant Police Week ceremony in Oklahoma City on May 10. They were joined by law enforcement officers and departments from across the state in a solemn…

Lawton, OK – With mosquito season officially underway following recent rains, the City of Lawton is stepping up its mosquito control program to combat the surge in insect activity across neighborhoods and parks. Beginning Monday, May 12, the city’s Vector Control team will initiate early…

Lawton, OK – Campers and lake-goers at Lake Lawtonka’s East Campground now have access to brand-new restroom facilities, marking a significant milestone in the city’s Lake Improvement Plan. The City of Lawton announced the grand opening of the upgraded bathrooms on May 9, signaling a boost…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton is reminding residents that roll-off containers for limbs and storm debris will be removed on Friday, May 9, 2025. Residents are encouraged to drop off their debris at the designated locations before the deadline. Drop-off locations: East Side…

Lawton, OK – The City of Lawton, in collaboration with the Lawton Enhancement Trust Authority, has announced that the annual Trash Off event will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025, after being postponed due to inclement weather. Originally scheduled for April 26, the event will…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department shared a glimpse of their Honor Guard in action during their most recent training session. The Honor Guard is a ceremonial unit that exemplifies the highest standards of respect, discipline, and tradition within the department. Members of the…

Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department has expressed its sincere appreciation to the city and county road crews for their dedicated efforts in repairing and restoring roads in the aftermath of the recent flooding. In a message of gratitude, the department highlighted the tireless…

Lawton, OK – It’s been a demanding week for the Lawton Fire Department, which has responded to several water rescues since last Saturday. Most recently, crews were dispatched to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge on a joint rescue operation involving multiple partner agencies. Officials say…

Lawton, OK – A traffic accident that occurred Wednesday morning at the intersection of SE 45th Street and Lee Avenue has resulted in a fatality, according to an update from the Lawton Police Department. Officials confirmed the death later in the afternoon after notifying the…

Lawton, OK – As of the morning of May 1, 2025, Comanche County–Lawton Emergency Management and city officials had been monitoring severe weather conditions after up to two inches of rain fell overnight, increasing the risk of localized flooding across the region. A voluntary evacuation…

Lawton, OK – Governor Kevin Stitt has called for a coordinated statewide effort to address the rising concerns over psychoactive marijuana byproducts in Oklahoma. In a letter to key officials, including the Secretary of Public Safety, directors from the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous…