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Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lawton's mass transit system, LATS, will commence services at 9 a.m. with limited inclement weather routes and offer free rides due to a new policy triggered by freezing temperatures. The Lawton Constitution
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lawton experienced a decline in homicides in 2024, aligning with national trends. The Lawton Constitution
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Frederick Middle School in Lawton, OK, is addressing classroom ceiling issues after parental concerns were raised, with repairs expected to start soon. ABC 7
- ➤ Cameron University is now accepting applications until April 15 for their NanoExplorers Summer Science Academy, aimed at high school students interested in STEM fields. The Lawton Constitution
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lawton City Council voted 5-3 to maintain their meetings at 6 p.m. to encourage public attendance, despite the additional costs incurred. Southwest Ledger
- ➤ Lawton officials reviewed speed bump installations, the 38th Street rehabilitation, and the '105 in '25' mill-and-overlay program, including budget allocations and project timelines. Southwest Ledger
- ➤ The City of Lawton plans to use General Fund revenues for early design costs of Elmer Thomas Park's boardwalk and amphitheater, expecting reimbursement through bond sales coordinated by the Lawton Industrial Development Authority. Southwest Ledger
- ➤ The Lawton City Council is exploring potential amendments to its Charter and seeks public input through meetings scheduled in February and March. ABC 7
- ➤ Oklahoma House Bill 1046 proposes a grant program for spaying and neutering to address pet overpopulation, showing promising financial and community health benefits. ABC 7
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Edge Of Insanity + Tin Pool Tour 2025
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