Good morning, Lawton.

Retired Lawton firefighters Mark Stottmann and Chuck Whitmore recalled their vivid memories of the Oklahoma City bombing when they were in their 30s and served as emergency responders, noting how the tragic event impacted many across the state.

Today we remember John Albert 'Buddy' Youngblood, a 52-year-old Yukon resident who became the 168th victim of the April 19 explosion at the Alfred P.

Murrah Federal Building by dying from lung complications caused by smoke inhalation—he worked as a special agent with the Office of Motor Carriers and is survived by several family members.

The 2025 Fires Symposium drew over 1,500 attendees to Lawton-Fort Sill from the U.S. military, defense partners, and staff from 35 countries, boosting downtown business.

Local spots like Boomarang Diner and Hilton Garden Inn saw sales rise between 5 and 10 percent daily—officials plan more events to support downtown redevelopment—sparking optimism in the community.

Health officials released measles update numbers for Oklahoma and Texas.

Oklahoma reported no new cases with a total of 12 (9 confirmed and 3 probable) while Texas counted 597 cases, including 56 new ones, and officials will update the figures every Tuesday and Friday at 12 p.m.

Potluck at the Park

6 p.m. — Sullivan Village Elem School — Free entry — Bring your favorite dish or just a smile for a community potluck by the duck pond.

Friends of the Library Quarterly Meeting

12:00 noon – 1:00 pm — Lawton Public Library — $2 optional light lunch — Hear about the impactful Safe Haven Baby Boxes project from Dede Armes.

Blood of Angels Concert

8 PM – 12 AM — The railhead saloon — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience an electrifying performance as the band showcases their new album after two years in the studio.