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Thursday, February 13th, 2025

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Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 13th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Valentine's Day 2025 in Southwest Oklahoma offers a variety of celebratory activities including dinners, dancing, a murder mystery event, poetry reading, and a parents' night out.  ABC 7
  • A 'Job Club' event aimed at assisting veterans, their spouses, and family members with employment opportunities will feature various employers in Lawton, including the City of Lawton and Fort Sill National Bank.  ABC 7

CRIME NEWS

  • A court is considering the re-evaluation of Ricky Ray Malone's competency for execution concerning the 2003 murder of an Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper, with recent hearings discussing procedural steps.  ABC 7
  • A 40-year-old man from Lawton is facing charges for engaging in a sexual relationship with his girlfriend's 15-year-old sister without disclosing his HIV status.  The Lawton Constitution

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Clearance Fortney, the superintendent of Great Plains Technology Center (GPTC), shares his journey from being a welding student in the 70s to his retirement after a 45-year career at GPTC, highlighting the impact of education and community involvement.  ABC 7
  • An international exchange student from Nigeria, Zainab Musa, shares her positive educational and cultural experiences in Southwest Oklahoma, emphasizing the significance of host family support and community involvement.  ABC 7

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The Lawton Fire Department is facing a staff shortage and pay challenges, with concerns raised over the lack of detailed findings in a recent efficiency study aimed at enhancing cost savings and operations.  The Lawton Constitution

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 2/16/25

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  • Monday Night Comedy Show

    A lively comedy event featuring local acts at Comedy Avenue with doors opening at 6:30 PM and free snacks available.

    Mon, 3/10/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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