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Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Shane Butler, a Senior HVAC Technician with 'Cool It', emphasizes the importance and demand for HVAC maintenance in Lawton, ensuring community comfort across seasons.  ABC 7
  • Fort Sill celebrated the retirement of Mr. Joe E. Gallagher, who played a pivotal role in enhancing field artillery and air defense artillery support for warfighting commanders since 2013.  ABC 7
  • Volunteers, including Victoria Perez, are setting up this year's Holiday in the Park display at Elmer Thomas Park, with efforts continuing daily until Nov. 2.  The Lawton Constitution

CRIME NEWS

  • Darrin Lane Colby faces up to 80 years in prison for a felony kidnapping charge following a domestic incident in Lawton, OK.  The Lawton Constitution

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Cameron University hosted a STEM event for middle school girls, aiming to inspire them with career advice and experiences shared by women professionals in the field.  ABC 7

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Holy City fire in Comanche County, Oklahoma, has burned around 1,500 acres, prompting evacuations and continuous containment efforts.  ABC 7

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Dozens of soldiers at Fort Sill were honored with Expert Infantry, Soldier, and Field Medical badges after excelling in a rigorous training and evaluation period.  ABC 7
  • In Oklahoma's House District 62 election, incumbent Daniel Pae emphasizes balanced governance while challenger Allison Offield focuses on personal voter connection.  ABC 7

EVENTS

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  • Comedy Night at Comedy Avenue

    Experience an evening of laughter at an intimate comedy show in Lawton, featuring BYOB and a vibrant atmosphere for adults aged 18 and over.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • Free Concert by The U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers' Chorus

    Experience a captivating musical performance by The U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers' Chorus, free and open to the public, held at McMahon Memorial Auditorium.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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  • Paranormal Cirque II in Lawton

    Experience a thrilling and chilling journey through a unique blend of circus, theatre, and cabaret featuring acrobats, illusionists, and mysterious creatures under a captivating big top tent.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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  • A Child's World 5K and Family Fun Event in Lawton

    Experience a day of fun with a 5K run, 1-mile walk, and family activities, all aimed at creating a safe space for children and families.

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Crowd Work Comedy Show

    Experience an evening of interactive stand-up comedy at Comedy Avenue, where laughter is at the heart of crowd work performances.

    Mon, 11/4/24

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  • Kevin Eudy: Social Media Cop Star Live

    Experience an evening with Kevin Eudy, a small-town police officer whose humor and family stories earned him fame on TikTok.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • Give Me a Topic Comedy Show

    Experience a night of laughter and interactive comedy where audience members anonymously suggest topics for the performers to riff on.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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  • Clint Black Live in Concert

    Experience an unforgettable evening with country music star Clint Black at the Apache Casino Hotel in Lawton, OK.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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  • AUSA Fires Chapter's 13th Annual Care Provider's Banquet

    Celebrate and honor the vital contributions of veteran organizations in the Lawton/Ft. Sill community during an evening filled with gratitude and appreciation.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Believe: A New Holiday Performance Inspired by the Polar Express

    Experience a captivating Christmas dance performance by over 200 young dancers from Southstar Dance Academy, bringing a fresh twist to the classic Polar Express story.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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