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Friday, August 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Pickle Fest is set to return tomorrow at the Lawton Farmers Market as vendors celebrate all things pickle-related—inviting residents to enjoy a lively community event.  The Lawton Constitution
  • Kings of Kutz has hosted its free Back-to-School Backpack Party in Lawton for 13 years and other local barber shops will join the event—supporting students for the upcoming school year.  The Lawton Constitution

CRIME NEWS

  • The Lawton Police Department warned residents today about a text message scam and advised the public to ignore suspicious messages—officials are investigating the issue.  The Lawton Constitution

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Lawton Rangers Rodeo

    7:30-9 p.m. — Lawton Rangers Rodeo — Admission varies — Experience thrilling rodeo events with top cowboys and cowgirls in Oklahoma's premier rodeo.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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  • Winner's Circle Comedy Show

    7-9 p.m. — Comedy Avenue — $15 Entry — Enjoy a hilarious night as award-winning comics take the stage.

    Sun, 8/10/25

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  • Peabo Bryson's Golden Touch Tour

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — Apache Casino Hotel — Tickets from $49 — Experience the legendary Peabo Bryson as he performs his timeless hits in an intimate setting.

    Thu, 8/14/25

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  • Josh Abbott Band Live Concert

    7-11 p.m. — Comanche Nation Casino — Cost information not provided — Enjoy a night of Texas country music with the Josh Abbott Band, a prominent force in the genre.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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  • Comedy Show at Comedy Avenue

    7-9 p.m. — Comedy Avenue — $15 entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with free snacks and BYOB for ages 18 and up.

    Sun, 8/24/25

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  • Rooted in Ranch Oak Reunion 2025

    6 PM – 9 PM — George M Lee Park — Cost not specified — Celebrate nostalgia and reconnect with the Ranch Oak community during this heartfelt reunion.

    Fri, 8/29/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The first draft of anything is garbage.

~ Ernest Hemingway

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