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Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The United Way of Southwest Oklahoma is conducting their annual campaign aiming to raise $1.2 million for community grants benefiting partners such as the Salvation Army and food banks.  ABC 7
  • Alpha Battery 55 ADA returns to Fort Sill after a 14-month deployment in the Middle East, with successful mission completion and all members safe.  ABC 7
  • The 8th annual Share Your Christmas event in Lawton received over $6,661 in cash donations to support the Lawton Food Bank and Salvation Army, marking another year of community generosity.  ABC 7
  • The Fort Sill Patriot Spouses Club is hosting its 51st Historic Tour of Homes, showcasing the history and architecture of one of the oldest Army posts, with proceeds supporting their Scholarship fund.  ABC 7
  • Fort Sill's Community Relations Liaison, Virginia Aid, discusses the 'Reindeer Run', a youth fashion show, and other holiday events on 'Tuesdays with Fort Sill'.  ABC 7

CRIME NEWS

  • Lawton, Oklahoma, has seen a decline in violent and property crimes over the last 15 years, attributed to police efforts and community involvement, with the city council approving safety enhancement measures.  ABC 7
  • A 65-year-old man from Lawton has been sentenced to 15 years in prison and lifetime registration as a sex offender after pleading guilty to child pornography charges.  The Lawton Constitution

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Lawton Ballet Theater concluded its 2024 Nutcracker school tour with a final performance at Brockland Elementary School, reaching around 3,000 students across southwest Oklahoma to inspire an interest in ballet.  ABC 7
  • Cameron University's Percussion Ensemble is set for a concert with students, offering reduced ticket prices for seniors, military members, and non-university students, free for campus community.  ABC 7

HEALTH NEWS

  • Comanche County Memorial Hospital is hosting a health fair on Dec. 5 in Lawton, OK, offering free health services and accepting donations for those in need.  ABC 7

EVENTS

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  • Crowd Work Comedy Show

    A comedy show featuring crowd work where attendees can enjoy complimentary snacks and bring their own beverages.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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  • Josh Wilson Concert at North Side Baptist Church

    Experience an evening of live music by Josh Wilson at North Side Baptist Church in Lawton.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Annual Christmas Comedy Show at Comedy Avenue

    The Christmas Comedy Show features a night of laughter with comedy performances, door prizes, free snacks, and BYOB options in a festive atmosphere.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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