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Comanche County chairman questions overreach, pushes back against Tillman County jail resolution
LAWTON – During its April 29 meeting, the Tillman County Board of Commissioners passed a resolution stating that other counties must seek the board’s permission before building a jail in Tillman County. At the suggestion of state Rep. Trey Caldwell (R-Lawton), Comanche County Commission Chairman Josh Powers had...
Southwestern Medical Center hosts hiring event hoping to welcome new staff
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Southwestern Medical Center is hosting a hiring event on Wednesday. The event started at 10 a.m. and ran until 8 p.m. The in-person and online event is for both clinical and non-clinical positions. Mary Towe, the Marketing Coordinator, says one of the great things about working...
Southwest Oklahoma woman charged in connection to Jan. 6 now wonders ‘why me?’
MARLOW, Okla. (KSWO) - The Southwest Oklahoma woman facing charges for her alleged actions on Jan. 6 said it was peaceful at the Capitol, despite what federal investigators claim. “People were going in and out,” said Leslie Bogue, the woman facing charges for her alleged actions. “There was no contention....
Officials remind lake-goers to stay safe during summer outings
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The boats are gassed up and the coolers are loaded with friends and family ready for a fun time on the water, but there are things you need to know before you get to the boat ramp. You may see new signs this year throughout the...
Sun and clouds today but severe weather returns tomorrow & Thursday | 5/21AM
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Air temperatures this Tuesday morning are in the 70s which is 10-15 degrees above average for typical morning lows this time of year. Another hot and muggy day ahead for all of Texoma. Skies will be mostly sunny with a few passing clouds. Temperatures will climb into the 90s for almost all locations yet again. Southwest winds at 10 to 15mph. Anticipated wind gusts in the mid 20s.
New Geronimo Mayor wants to preserve sense of small town community
GERONIMO, Okla. (KSWO) - Adam Hartle was sworn in as the new Mayor of Geronimo during the April 11 city council meeting. This seems early since elections aren’t until mid summer, but since Hartle was the only one to file for candidacy, he was awarded the position by default.
Community Conversations: 580 Pitch Competition taking applications
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) -Carey Monroe, from the Great Plains Technology Center, joined 7News anchor Haley Wilson to discuss the 580 Pitch Competition. Monroe said the competition is a chance for local entrepreneurs to share their business ideas and to compete for prize money. She also said that they’re taking applications...
Lawton woman facing charges after she picks up victim in vehicle to rob them
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - A Lawton woman is accused of robbery conspiracy. Hailie Dunn is charged with a single felony count of conspiracy to commit first-degree robbery. Investigators accuse her, and at least one other man who has yet to be formally charged, of conspiring together to rob a man of his wallet on May 3.
GoVols247 Podcast: Oklahoma O-lineman commits to Tennessee
Looking for discussion of the newest commitment to the football program?. There's a GoVols247 Podcast for that. GoVols247's Ben McKee (from his new home studio) and Ryan Callahan (from his home daycare center) convened via the magic of The Internets to discuss the newest commitment to the Tennessee football program — Antoni Kade Ogumoro, an offensive lineman from Elgin High School in Elgin, Oklahoma.
AMBUCS donates 6 AmTrykes to veterans on Memorial Day
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - AmTrykes can be great for people who need mobility aids and this Memorial Day, a few veterans went home with one. Monday morning in Elmer Thomas Park, seven AmTrykes were given away to veterans. These adaptive tricycles can be instrumental in allowing veterans with mobility limitations...
Marlow grandmother charged due to alleged actions during Jan. 6 insurrection
MARLOW, Okla. (KSWO) - Leslie Bogue, a grandmother from Marlow, is being charged with four different counts stemming from alleged actions taken during the Jan. 6, 2021 insurrection at the United States Capitol. The criminal complaint charges Bogue with entering and remaining in a restricted building, disorderly and disruptive conduct...
Lawton’s wastewater treatment plant plagued with 1 problem after another
LAWTON –The Notice of Violation that the state Department of Environmental Quality issued April 18 against Lawton’s wastewater treatment plant was blamed on a cascade of problems and an industrial user’s discharge of effluent “in excess of typical concentrations.”. The City of Lawton “has been working...
Taxes withheld, warning letters issued over audits
The City of Lawton’s tardy audits of the city’s financial ledgers for Fiscal Years 2022 and 2023 are having financial repercussions and triggering warning notices from a bank and from state environmental monitors. For example, Lawton’s motor fuels tax allocations for both years are being withheld until the...
Wednesdays with Fort Sill: Relinquishment of Command and Retreat Ceremony
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - For this edition of Wednesday with Fort Sill, 7News anchor Haley Wilson joined Virginia Aid for a Relinquishment of Command and Retreat Ceremony. Aid said the ceremony was special because both of their schoolhouse commandants, Brigadier General Shane Morgan and Brigadier General Curtis King, were leaving Fort Sill at the same time.
Lawton Community Foundation offering grants to local nonprofits working to benefit community
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - A program developed by the Lawton Community Foundation is offering grants to Lawton-area charitable organizations. Local nonprofits are eligible for grants up to $5,000 if they benefit Lawton and the surrounding community. “The Lawton nonprofit community is vibrant, and provides some really important programs and services,”...
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