Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of December.
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🏘️ Community
The Lawton YMCA will distribute 50 Christmas food boxes, including ham, to E1-E5 active duty soldiers with children on a first-come, first-served basis this Saturday.
Lawton's Parks and Recreation Department is making strides on multiple improvements, including an aquatic center in Elmer Thomas Park, with aims for completion by the 2025 Freedom Festival.
7News is hosting a holiday decoration contest where viewers can submit Christmas decoration photos for a chance to win a $150 prize including a $100 Amazon gift card.
Fort Sill announces holiday events including soldier adoption for the holidays, a Candle Light Stroll, and Brunch with the Grinch, with tickets available for purchase in person.
🚨 Crime
A Lawton woman is charged with obtaining cash by false pretenses for not fulfilling her role as a wedding photographer despite being paid $700.
🎓 Education
Lawton Public Library collaborates with Connected Nations to offer free digital training sessions on various topics this holiday season, with registration recommended.
🌲 Environment
Lawton engages in efforts to mitigate issues caused by overpopulation of prairie dogs and Canada geese, including damage to property and ecological concerns.
🏛️ Government
Comanche County elected officials unanimously approved the removal of the annual sick leave accumulation limit and increased the monthly accrual limit for county employees.
Comanche County Sheriff-elect Michael Merritt received a pay raise from $3,675 to $5,603.82 per month, with a possibility of another increase upon taking office in January.
Lawton has completed its Fiscal Year 2023 audit a year late while still aiming to finish the FY 2024 audit by March 2025, amid challenges like software changes, impacting its financial operations and compliance.
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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.
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.
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