Good morning, Lawton.

At the Lawton Farmers Market yesterday, the Patriot Hiring Event offered veterans and community members the chance to interview with local businesses (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and enjoy food trucks; it was organized by the South Central Workforce Board and partners.

On Thursday at dawn, thousands of soldiers, families and community members began Fort Sill's annual 9/11 remembrance ruck run to mark the 24th anniversary of the event — a tribute to those lost in 9/11.

The Comanche Nation teamed up with the Oklahoma Drug and Alcohol Professional Counselor Association for a tribal response to suicide prevention over two days at the Apache Hotel and Casino — keynote speaker Danny Trejo urged those struggling with addiction or mental illness to seek help.

Open Streets will take place on September 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on C Avenue from 2nd to 5th Street in downtown Lawton—offering a block of inflatables, obstacle courses and free cooking demonstrations to help families enjoy outdoor play and boost children's health.

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.

Comedy Night with Andrew Patterson and Casey Coleman

7-9 p.m. — Comedy Avenue — Free entry — Watch comedians try out fresh material while enjoying free snacks and BYOB.

CAPM Certification Training in Lawton, OK

9 AM – 5 PM — Lawton Oklahoma — Early Bird pricing available — Comprehensive CAPM certification training with interactive classroom experience and extensive resources.

SMART Budgeting Workshop with Arvest Bank

3-4 p.m. — Lawton Public Library — Free entry — Learn to set and maintain a budget while exploring financial goals with Arvest Bank professionals.

Elegant Night at Comedy Avenue

7-9 p.m. — Comedy Avenue — $15 — Enjoy a classy evening of laughs with free snacks and a photo opportunity.