Friday, January 24th, 2025
Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This weekend, Lawton Public Library hosts a free Mini Makers event for children aged 4-7, and Fort Sill offers a Polar Bear Plunge with a 5K run, costumes encouraged, for a $45 fee. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ The City of Lawton is organizing the bi-annual Open Streets event in Downtown, featuring activities and food trucks to promote community engagement and physical activity. ABC 7
- ➤ Fort Sill is hosting the Polar Bear Run this Saturday with registration details and future events highlighted in the latest community conversation segment. ABC 7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Debra Pennington, 67, died from her injuries after being struck in a collision on Wednesday afternoon in Lawton, OK. The Lawton Constitution
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An inmate was found unresponsive and later pronounced dead at the Lawton Correctional Facility, marking another death in the facility within a year, with an investigation currently underway. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Chisholm Trail Arts Council invites K-12 students to participate in its 7th Annual Youth March Art Show, aiming to showcase and support young artists from across Oklahoma. ABC 7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ An event in Lawton will provide high school seniors and college students with opportunities to learn about aviation careers and explore internships with the Federal Aviation Administration. ABC 7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 7News Team is inviting nominations for the Elite Athletes spotlight to showcase top high school sports players in Southwest Oklahoma on their newscasts and website. ABC 7
-
Lawton RV and Boat Show 2025
The Lawton RV & Boat Show features the latest RVs, boats, and outdoor equipment, showcasing local businesses and offering special pricing.
-
On-Site Tour of Agape Comprehensive Health Services
Explore the features and amenities of Agape Comprehensive Health Services, recognized for exceptional senior care and engaging community activities.
-
Cameron Aggies vs. Texas A&M International Dustdevils
Witness an exciting basketball matchup between the Cameron Aggies and the Texas A&M International Dustdevils at Aggie Gym.
-
Brandon Whittaker Stand-Up Comedy Show
Brandon Whittaker, a stand-up comedian from Lawton, will perform a live comedy show at Unrivaled Barbell, showcasing his humorous experiences and journey in comedy.
-
Cameron Aggies vs. Texas A&M-Kingsville Javelinas Basketball Game
Watch the Javelinas men's basketball team compete against Cameron University in a thrilling athletic event.
-
Stand-Up Comedy Show with Brandon Whittaker
Brandon Whittaker, a stand-up comedian from Lawton, Oklahoma, brings his humor to the stage at Comedy Avenue for an evening of laughter.
-
Sara Evans Concert
Sara Evans will perform live at the Apache Casino Hotel in Lawton, Oklahoma.
-
Comedy Night at Comedy Avenue
A comedic performance featuring Nick, known for appearances at venues like The Laugh Factory and Zanies, with doors opening at 6:30 PM and a $15 entry fee including free snacks.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Lawton
Daily Lawton is a community newsletter sharing current events in Lawton, Oklahoma. Our mission is to make local news more accessible, highlight extraordinary people across the Lawton community, and support local organizations. If you like Daily Lawton, you can support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Lawton.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Lawton and across Oklahoma. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to make local news more accessible and highlight extraordinary people across the Lawton community.
We help people in Lawton save time finding the news that matters most to them: local news in Lawton, about Lawton, curated especially for you on a daily basis—all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Lawton
A free Lawton community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most critical news for the community every day.
- No spam
- Daily emails, only news! We never sell your data.
© Daily Lawton. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailylawton.com/sitemap