Good morning, Lawton.

The second annual Sockless Mafia Community Toy Drive returns today at the Healthy Hippie Cafe in Medicine Park.

The event will begin at 3 p.m.—featuring live acts like Ellis Dean, Justus and BAD BAND—to support local families in need.

Santa Claus will visit the Patterson Center for Breakfast with Santa today from 9 to 11:30 a.m. — the event offers music, food and festive activities with opportunities for photo sessions.

Veterans Classic Christmas was held at the Lawton Fort Sill Veterans Center featuring local performers including a veteran singer (from Sterling) who performed in Las Vegas, and organizer Pamela Pratz planned the event to entertain veterans for the holidays.

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.