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Wednesday, February 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lawton's City Council was briefed on the city's dangerous dog problem, highlighting 285 animal attack reports over 16 years, with plans to hire more animal control officers and potentially revise penalties for related offenses. Southwest Ledger
- ➤ The Lawton Youth Sports Authority has successfully moved forward with acquiring a 40-acre tract of land for a new youth sports complex, thanks to a $300,000 grant from the McMahon Foundation. Southwest Ledger
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A federal grand jury indicted two individuals from Lawton for child sex trafficking and conspiracy to commit sex trafficking, facing life in prison if convicted. Southwest Ledger
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The FISTA Foundation received $50,000 in donations from Aeon Industrial and Firehawk Aerospace to support STEM education scholarships in Lawton, Oklahoma. Southwest Ledger
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lawton City Council seeks a grant from the Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics for a study to enhance air service at Lawton/Fort Sill Regional Airport, with the agency covering 95% of costs. Southwest Ledger
- ➤ The City of Lawton introduces a comprehensive Pavement Maintenance Program Guide, while discussions suggest incorporating long-term infrastructure improvements into the City Charter for enduring effect. Southwest Ledger
- ➤ The City of Lawton is addressing violations related to unauthorized property sales by the Great Plains Improvement Foundation, working with federal and state entities to ensure compliance and recover funds. Southwest Ledger
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sara Evans Concert
Sara Evans will perform live at the Apache Casino Hotel in Lawton, Oklahoma.
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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.
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