Friday, February 28th, 2025

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Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Sill has implemented a mandatory water conservation order and boil water advisory amid repairs to Lawton’s water system, urging essential use only. ABC 7
- ➤ Cameron University's Alumni Committee hosted a chili cook-off with 10 entries, where Kay Means, Caryn Pacheco, and Jehan McKnight were announced as winners. ABC 7
- ➤ Veritas Roofing conducted repairs on the roof of the Little Chapel, Lawton's oldest building, believed to be a replica of a Scottish church. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ Fort Sill issued a precautionary boil water advisory for regions east of Fort Sill Boulevard and south of White Wolf Manor due to a main break in Lawton's water system. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ Marie Detty Youth & Family Services Center is hosting a Winter's Tale Bridgerton-themed Gala to fund the new Children's Emergency Resource Center and Lawton Outpatient Services, featuring live entertainment and silent auction. ABC 7
- ➤ Geronimo Animal Welfare, having reached capacity due to a recent surge in dogs, seeks community assistance for adoptions and volunteer support. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawton Water Authority secures $5.125 million in federal grants for a new sludge-handling facility. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ The City of Lawton initiates a process to find a new city attorney following the immediate resignation of John Andrew. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ Lawton city and transit officials are initiating the design stage for the city's first indoor LATS transfer center, aiming to enhance convenience for riders and drivers. The Lawton Constitution
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lawton has been awarded the 'Certified Healthy Community' Excellence Certification for the ninth time in ten years, highlighting its commitment to promoting resident well-being through health-focused policies and programs. ABC 7
SHOP NEWS
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