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Thursday, December 12th, 2024
Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers are sought to lay over 1,100 wreaths at Fort Sill National Cemetery with Sen. James Lankford expected to attend. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ The annual Toys for Kids program at Fort Sill offers holiday gifts to military families experiencing financial hardships, highlighting community and military partnerships and support. ABC 7
- ➤ The 'LATS Go Pass' app, introduced by a German tech company and the Lawton Area Transit System, offers a cashless ticketing option for riders in southwest Oklahoma, enhancing accessibility and convenience. ABC 7
- ➤ The United Way of Stephens County is close to reaching its $250,000 fundraising goal for 2024, now 80% achieved, and encourages community contributions of any size. ABC 7
- ➤ The 10th Annual Toy Giveaway by Mistletoe Lodge No. 31 and the Order of the Easter Star brought holiday joy to an estimated 300 to 400 families, with a plan for a bulk food giveaway on the horizon. The Lawton Constitution
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lawton Public Library to offer free digital skills training on Dec. 18-19, covering web browsers, password creation, search engine use, and mobile navigation. The Lawton Constitution
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A bill filed in Oklahoma proposes to gradually abolish the state's income tax by 2035, with discussions set for the 2025 legislative session. ABC 7
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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.
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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.
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