Saturday, December 28th, 2024

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Good morning, Lawton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Children play on a historical howitzer at Elmer Thomas Park during their school holiday break. The Lawton Constitution
- ➤ In 2024, the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge had 1,654,000 visitors and 34 search and rescue operations, including 3 high-profile missing person cases, leading to a hiking restriction to ensure safety. ABC 7
- ➤ The City of Lawton Solid Waste Division provides residents with free pickup options for natural Christmas trees after the holidays to promote sustainability. ABC 7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Lawton Public Library has introduced ABCmouse.com and Scholastic Teachables to its free resources, providing interactive learning for early childhood to middle-school students. ABC 7
- ➤ The Lawton Public Library is hosting a 'Learning with LEGO' event on Dec. 28 to enhance creative and problem-solving skills in children aged 5-10. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Comanche County has sworn in Michael Merritt as the new sheriff, who aims to modernize the department and address staffing challenges. ABC 7
- ➤ The Lawton Police Department received a new armored vehicle intended to enhance community protection during critical incidents, amid varying opinions on its necessity and cost. ABC 7
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