Lawton, OK

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The City of Lawton has taken a major step towards the demolition of the old Lawton Police Station. A contract has been awarded to K&M Dirt Services to demolish the building on 4th street. Crews are expected to begin preparing the building for the demolition on...

City of Lawton preparing to demolish old police station

Oklahoma State

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - It’s time to grab those cowboy and cowgirl hats, because the Lawton Xtreme Bulls is back!. March 31st and April 1st, The Great Plains Coliseum will hold their sixth annual bull race. The race will feature over 100 bull riders, and will provide a family fun atmosphere. The Event will take place from 1 to 7pm both nights.

Great Plains Coliseum hosts Lawton Xtreme Bulls

Fort Sill, OK

FORT SILL, Okla. (KSWO) - 7News spoke with Virginia Aid, the community relations liaison for Fort Sill, about their upcoming ribbon cutting, a newcomer’s spouse orientation, and the return of bass tournaments at LETRA. At 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 30, at 2869 Craig Road on Fort Sill, a...

Wednesdays with Fort Sill: Parent Support Playground ribbon cutting

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - As KSWO continues to celebrate 70 years on the air, we have reached out to many former on-air talent members to hear from them. On Thursday, one of them reached out to us. KTUL Chief Meteorologist Dan Threlkeld began his career with us, like so many...

70th ANNIVERSARY: Dan Threlkeld sends message to KSWO

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - As we highlight previous KSWO employees who have stayed within the community, it’s important to note that not all of them came from the news department. Teresa Abram started at KSWO in 1983, and worked in creative services for five years. Later she took her...

‘I’m part of the family’: former KSWO employee reflects on journey after station

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Lawton Police Department has recruited two new K-9′s with the help of Lawton Crime Stoppers. “You’ll notice that I have a sticker on the side of the car that says, ‘Baby on board.’ She’s a Belgian Malinois, and her name is Baby, so as you guys see me driving around on the street, that way everybody knows who she is. She’s about 18 months,” said K-9 handler Sgt. Cameron Paterson.

LPD expands roster with two K-9s

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Fort Sill held a retirement Ceremony to say a final farewell to soldiers and staff members. The ceremony was held at Cache Creek Chapel Friday afternoon. Lt. Colonel David James’ family said they can’t wait to spend more time with their father now that he’s retired....

Fort Sill Retirees honored in ceremony

Wichita Falls, TX

WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) - The Texas Rangers are confirmed to be investigating an 8-month-old that died on Wednesday, March 29. According to DPS Dan Buesing, the Texas Rangers are investigating and confirmed that the infant was transported to Olney Hamilton Hospital and was pronounced dead. An investigation is ongoing...

Texas Rangers confirm investigation on Olney infant death

Altus, OK

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. -- Airmen from the 97th Air Mobility Wing at Altus Air Force Base, Oklahoma visited the Oklahoma State Capitol, where they met local legislators and explored the 2023 AERO Oklahoma Aviation, Aerospace and Defense Awareness expo, March 22, 2023. The AERO Oklahoma expo is an annual event...

AAFB Airmen attend AERO OK at state capitol

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - As we’re wrapping up Women’s History Month and our 70th anniversary coverage, we want to tell you about Lisa John. She was the first reporter/anchor at KSWO. Her sister, Ellen John, says she started in the 1970′s. Unfortunately, Lisa tragically passed away in...

70th Anniversary: Remembering KSWO’s first female reporter/anchor

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - It’s Furry Friend Friday, so as always, 7News visited with Roy Rodrick, the Lawton Animal Welfare Superintendent, to visit this week’s adoptable pet. Rodrick introduced the 7News team to a one-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix who was turned in as a stray. She will...

Furry Friend Friday: American Staffordshire Terrier Mix

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - A book sale, an art show, and a week dedicated to tips on how to handle your money are just a few of the things happening at the Lawton Public Library during April. 7News spoke with Tanya Organ, the Community Engagement Librarian for the Lawton Public...

Lawton Public Library hosting tiny art show, money smart week, and more in April

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - As we continue to celebrate our 70 years of being on air here at KSWO, there have been several employees who continue to work with us as community partners. One says she left part of herself with KSWO. Nicole Jolly was the station’s first medical reporter...

Former KSWO medical reporter continues to serve community as hospital marketing director

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Fort Sill families now have a new attraction for their younger children. The New Parents Support Program partnered with the Exceptional Family Member Program and held a ribbon cutting for their new playgroup building Thursday. Sam Atchley, a registered nurse with the New Parents Support Program,...

Fort Sill looks to support military families with new playgroup building

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - A World War II vet from Rocky, Oklahoma, who took his oath at Fort Sill, passed away on Tuesday at the Oklahoma City VA Center. 97-year-old Lt. Jim London lived an incredible life including landing on Omaha Beach in Normandy, earning the title as one of the “Iron Men of Metz” and fighting in the Battle of the Bulge alongside General George S. Patton.

OKC VA releases tribute to WWII vet who joined the Army at Fort Sill

ALTUS, Okla. (KSWO) - An Altus man was recognized earlier this month for his dedication to the community and relationship with Altus Air Force Base. Dr. Joe Leverett received the Distinguished Public Service Award at Andrews Air Force Base on March 9. Leverett was appointed by the Secretary of the...

Altus civic leader gets Distinguished Public Service award from Air Force

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Great Plains Special Olympics held their track and field meet allowing Kids from all around southwest Oklahoma to be an Olympic athlete for the day. “ They see other classmates participating in athletics and clubs and organizations all year long. This is a time that is just for them, it’s also a time for them to gain confidence in their abilities,”

Special Olympians take the track

Cyril, OK

CYRIL, Okla. (KSWO) - Staff and students at Cyril Elementary celebrated a longtime teacher on Thursday. A surprise celebration was held for Becky Thompson, who is celebrating her 50th year of teaching. She started her storied career as a kindergarten teacher and speech therapist and is currently teaching 3rd grade.

Cyril teacher celebrates 50 years

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Lawton chapter of the Order of the Purple Heart donated checks to six different charities on Thursday morning. The ceremony took place at the Veterans Center off of Flower Mound Road in Lawton. Representatives from the Lawton Food Bank, Ft Sill USO, DAV Chapter 56,...

Order of the Purple Heart donates money to several charitable organizations

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Duncan, OK

DUNCAN, Okla. (KSWO) - A motivational speaker was in Duncan Thursday, reaching out to the community with a message of suicide prevention. Kevin Hines travels the nation to speak to various communities, aiming to reach people who may be struggling with suicidal thoughts. The event was sponsored by the Chickasaw...

Motivational speaker comes to Duncan to spread suicide prevention message

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - If you’re into videogames and want to have a chance at winning thousands of dollars, then you’ll want to head down to the Apache Casino Hotel. The casino is hosting an Esports tournament with over $10,000 dollars on the line. Participants are able to sign up and play games like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, NBA 2K, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, and Volorant.

Apache Casino Hotel hosts Esports tournament

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LATS running altered schedule due to weather

LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - Officials say they are changing the routes Lawton transit buses...

LATS running altered schedule due to weather

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