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Friday, April 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today during Community Conversations, 7News anchors Dave Hunter and Haley Wilson were joined by City of Lawton officials Jonathan Jernigan and Caitlin Gatlin to discuss the Trash-Off event—set for this weekend to help residents clear out unwanted items. ABC 7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former inmate from Lawton Correctional Facility was convicted of shanking two guards in April 2022—she received a 55-year sentence after a March jury trial. The Lawton Constitution
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Unitarian Universalist Church of Lawton has left its long-time building on Gore—marking the end of a chapter for its congregation after many years of service in the community. The Lawton Constitution
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lawton’s 16th Annual Transitional Talent Show started on April 24th and let students show their singing and dancing talents. The program helps young adults aged 18 to 22 learn life skills and find jobs—teachers work with DRS to help them get hired. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Kevin Stitt visited the Lawton Rotary Club on Thursday — he outlined his main priorities and answered questions from club members. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ Governor Kevin Stitt visited Lawton on April 24th and was interviewed by 7News about topics including education and Doge-OK’s findings—he later met with MacArthur’s JROTC program and the Lawton Rotary Club. ABC 7
- ➤ The Lawton city council has redirected fee revenues to help balance the 2025-2026 budget—using funds from capital outlay and marijuana fees. The Lawton Constitution
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Barrett Matthews has been named head coach for Eisenhower football and will lead the Eagles this season. Matthews, a former University of Texas player and Odessa Permian coach, said he aims to build strong student-athletes—combining sports success with personal growth—and strengthen teamwork. ABC 7
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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.
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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.
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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.
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