Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Children play on a historical howitzer at Elmer Thomas Park during their school holiday break.
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.
The City of Lawton Solid Waste Division provides residents with free pickup options for natural Christmas trees after the holidays to promote sustainability.
🎓 Education
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.
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.
🏛️ Government
Comanche County has sworn in Michael Merritt as the new sheriff, who aims to modernize the department and address staffing challenges.
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.
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