Good morning, Lawton.

Yesterday, community volunteers and the 7News team wrapped gifts for servicemembers' children at Fort Sill as part of the annual Toys For Kids Program, ensuring a joyful holiday season.

Officials plan to continue the event each year to brighten families' celebrations.

Prince Hall Masonic Lodge No. 9 hosted the annual Christmas Basket giveaway at Bishop Elementary on Wednesday, spreading festive cheer among students and staff and uniting the community—one act of kindness at a time.

The Comanche County Area Superintendents announced a new honor for educators with the inaugural Educators Hall of Fame induction set for Jan.

24, 2026 at the county basketball tournament (Lawton) to recognize local teachers' impact.

A municipal committee discussed complaints Tuesday about parents blocking streets near schools during pickup in Lawton—officials plan to review ideas to ease congestion during after-school hours.

The Lawton Public Library and Oklahoma Healthy Aging Initiative are hosting Walk with Ease classes to improve mobility and balance starting Jan.

6 through Feb. 14. The sessions take place at the Lawton Farmers Market at 11 a.m. on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday and require registration by Dec. 19.

PMP Certification Training in Lawton, OK

Dec 23-26, 9 AM-5 PM — Lawton Oklahoma, 103 SW 4th St — Early Bird pricing available — Gain essential skills and knowledge for aspiring project managers in a structured 32-hour interactive classroom setting.

Cowboy Countdown: Swingin’ Into The New Year 2026

7:00 – 10:30 p.m. — Medicine Park Music Hall — Check ticket price — Celebrate the New Year with live western swing music and dancing at this lively event.