Tuesday, April 29th, 2025
Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cameron University will host a CU Money Smart summer camp from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. from June 10 to June 12 at Cynthia S. Ross Hall on its Lawton campus to help children learn money management skills—registration is required and there is no fee. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City of Lawton officials are cleaning up flood damage today and preparing for more heavy rains this evening into Wednesday—efforts focus on minimizing further flooding risks. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ The Oklahoma Historical Society announced that Lawton Public Library was awarded $25,000 through the Oklahoma Heritage Preservation Grant Program + the award names the library as one of two local entities recognized for preserving state heritage. The funds will support enhanced archive work + improved community history displays. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ Rep. Daniel Pae from Lawton was named one of the 2025 Oklahoma Achievers Under 40 today by the Journal Record & the honor recognizes his leadership in government. The award highlights his contributions in public service. The Lawton Constitution
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ During Organ and Tissue Donation awareness month, a Lawton mother said her daughter’s five-organ donation saved 18 lives by helping patients ranging from infants to a nearly 13-year-old heart recipient—hospital tests and careful support reassured her that the decision was safe. ABC 7
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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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