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Lawton
Wednesday, September 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sunny Days Sunshine Center in Lawton partners with local schools for a coat donation drive, aiming to extend their support to more children in need. ABC 7
- ➤ The Lawton Youth Sports Authority extended the closing deadline on a youth sports complex property to resolve title issues and finalize permissions from the owners' heirs. Southwest Ledger
- ➤ Lawton Public Library will host a Children's Book Swap event on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ The City of Lawton commenced construction on a new Aquatics Center, featuring amenities like a pool and lazy river, aimed to enhance community connection by July 2025. ABC 7
- ➤ Lawton Public Library is offering job assistance classes, including a session on expunging criminal records, both in-person and via Zoom. The Lawton Constitution
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lawton City Council amends ordinance to legally permit digital asset mining, aligning with Oklahoma's blockchain-friendly laws. Southwest Ledger
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MacArthur High School's Dylan Helvey has been named a National Merit Semifinalist, following his brother's achievement as a Finalist three years prior, and will compete for part of nearly $26 million in scholarships. The Lawton Constitution
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawton plans to relocate some of its prairie dog population to three western Oklahoma locations to mitigate property damage and health hazards, while preserving the species. Southwest Ledger
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma's Attorney General challenges Public Service Company of Oklahoma's $218 million rate hike request, advocating for nearly a 50% reduction amid concerns over rate base doubling and the utility's seven rate hikes in ten years. Southwest Ledger
SHOP NEWS
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4th Annual Praise Party in the Park
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Trying Jokes Comedy Show
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2024 Community Hiring Event at Lawton Farmer's Market
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Comanche Nation Fair Pow Wow 2024: Cultural Celebration
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31st Annual Comanche Nation Parade
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Ronald McDonald House Charity Comedy Show
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Godspell at Lawton Community Theatre
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