Good morning, Lawton.

Longtime residents and volunteers in Medicine Park are building a cobblestone public bathroom that meets a long-standing community need—using traditional methods to keep the project true to its roots.

Cameron University will begin its Visiting Writer Series on Friday as part of a program led by the Departments of Communications, English, and Foreign Languages—inviting notable authors to share their work.

Cameron University in Lawton focused on long-term student success during its first week of classes by using its small size to offer one-on-one support — a move that is expected to help students adjust to the new term.

The university plans to continue this personalized approach to sustain student progress throughout the academic year.

Yesterday, Governor Stitt signed seven bills from Southwest Oklahoma lawmakers in a ceremonial event.

Representative Caldwell’s bills lowered the top personal income tax rate with a trigger to phase out the tax if revenue benchmarks are met—Senator Howard’s measure aims to block secret foreign funding of lawsuits in Oklahoma courts.

Applications for Lawton’s 2025 elk hunt drawing are now available at the Lakes Headquarters (5215 NW Tackle Box Road) and the City Clerk’s Office (212 SW Ninth St.), and they can also be downloaded online.

Applicants must submit a $25 fee, a valid Oklahoma hunting license, and their forms by 5 p.m. Sept. 12, and the drawing will be held at 4:15 p.m. Sept. 17 at the City Hall Banquet Room.

The League of Women Voters of Lawton will host a candidate forum on August 31—where City Council candidates will share their plans for the community.

Voters can attend to hear each candidate’s vision for serving the city.

Lawton’s youth sports complex could generate nearly $500 million over 20 years for local coffers, a report said during an Aug.

11 meeting of the Youth Sports Trust Authority. The study shows the complex—built for both indoor events and outdoor athletic fields—will boost local spending and sports tourism.

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.

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.

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.

Comedy Buzz

7-9 p.m. — Comedy Avenue — $15 Entry — Enjoy an evening of laughter with free snacks and BYOB for those 18 and over.

JBF Lawton All Season Children's Consignment Sale

5 PM-8 PM, 9 AM-8 PM, 9 AM-3 PM — Comanche County Fairgrounds — Cash and cards accepted — Save 50-90% on clothes and items for your growing family at this seasonal sale.