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Friday, March 7th, 2025
Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The main playground at Greer Park's Kid's Zone, built 24 years ago by volunteers, is being dismantled for new equipment and resurfacing. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ Cameron University held its annual Red River Career Expo, offering southwest Oklahoma residents the opportunity to explore job options across various fields with on-the-spot interviews. ABC 7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A collision between a commercial propane truck and a red pickup on Highway 7 resulted in the death of the pickup's driver and no serious injuries to the truck driver. ABC 7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Comanche County jury convicted Fernando O’Neil Devin Daniels of first-degree murder and related charges in the April 2023 shooting death of Shakirr Cogdell after a three-day trial. The Lawton Constitution
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Lawton Community Orchestra performed a concert at Cameron University, highlighting a variety of classical music styles under the direction of Angela Ruiz, showcasing their dedication to music. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawton-Fort Sill Regional Airport advances engineering plans for the realignment of Taxiway F, a priority for the FAA due to deteriorating conditions affecting aircraft operations. The Lawton Constitution
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Pregnancy Resource Center of Southwest Oklahoma launched a new mobile unit at the Lawton Farmers Market to provide free health services, including pregnancy testing, STI testing, and ultrasounds, aiming to expand its support for pregnant women. ABC 7
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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.
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Comedy Show at Comedy Avenue
Enjoy an evening of laughter at Comedy Avenue featuring a variety of comedic performances, with free snacks and a BYOB policy.
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Edge Of Insanity + Tin Pool Tour 2025
Live music event featuring performances by Edge Of Insanity and Tin Pool at The Railhead Saloon in Lawton.
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Lawton Wolverine 'Speed into Spring' Junior High Invitational
9:00 a.m. — Lawton Senior High School — Registration required — Experience a day of competitive track events featuring middle school athletes.
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World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series
3:30-8:30 AM | Lawton Speedway | Tickets available | Experience thrilling sprint car racing at this iconic speedway.
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Lawton Super Con 2025
11 PM — Comanche County Fairgrounds — Check website for registration details — A vibrant comic convention featuring anime programming and special guest appearances.
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Comedy Night at Comedy Avenue
An 18+ comedy show featuring free snacks and the opportunity to bring your own beverages at Comedy Avenue in Lawton.
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Open Mic Night
7-9 p.m. — Comedy Avenue — Free entry — Enjoy a night of local talent hosted by Matt & Andrew at this entertaining open mic event.
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