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KC Sheperd | Oklahoma Farm Report Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell discusses the economic impact of agritourism at Oklahoma Local Ag Summit (OKLAS) held at the Hilton Garden Inn Edmond Event Center. The conference, held Jan. 29-31, featured hands-on workshops, panel discussions and training sessions for agritourism producers, farmers market managers and growers.

KC Sheperd | Oklahoma Farm Report Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell discusses the economic impact of agritourism at Oklahoma Local Ag Summit (OKLAS) held at the Hilton Garden Inn Edmond Event Center. The conference, held Jan. 29-31, featured hands-on workshops, panel discussions and training sessions for agritourism producers, farmers market managers and growers.

How Agritourism Shapes State’s Future: Pinnell Speaks at summit

Kc Sheperd Oklahoma Farm Report
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY – While attending the Oklahoma Local Ag Summit (OKLAS), Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell said agriculture is currently experiencing more momentum than ever before.

Duncan PD has vest-ed interest in K9

News Staff
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
From staff reports DUNCAN – The Duncan Police Department’s K9, Grizz, will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from the nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s Inc., city officials said in a news release.
Bryanna Ramos | Southwest Ledger Comanche County Commissioner Ryan John, left, and Commission Chairman Josh Powers, right, exchange words during a heated commissioners’ meeting Monday morning.

Bryanna Ramos | Southwest Ledger Comanche County Commissioner Ryan John, left, and Commission Chairman Josh Powers, right, exchange words during a heated commissioners’ meeting Monday morning.

Commissioner Josh Powers unloads on Commissioner Ryan John

Mike W. Ray Southwest Ledger
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
LAWTON – Comanche County Commission Chairman Josh Powers unloaded a broadside Monday morning against fellow Commissioner Ryan John for rehiring a former county employee who has a lawsuit pending against the county.

Altus City Council candidate forum slated

Mindy Ragan Wood Southwest Ledger
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
ALTUS – Southwest Oklahoma Republican Women will host a forum for candidates in two open seats on the Altus City Council.A buffet will be served at 5 p.m. followed by the forum at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 28 at Friendship Inn, 1800 N. Main St. The meal cost is $12.93 and includes tax and beverage.
Deputy Town Clerk Colleen Murphy takes the oath of office during the Medicine Park Board of Trustees’ Jan. 16 meeting. Eric Swanson | Southwest Ledger

Deputy Town Clerk Colleen Murphy takes the oath of office during the Medicine Park Board of Trustees’ Jan. 16 meeting. Eric Swanson | Southwest Ledger

Medicine Park looking to ban hunting

Eric Swanson Southwest Ledger
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
MEDICINE PARK –The Medicine Park Board of Trustees is getting ready to outlaw hunting and the use of firearms within the town limits.During the board’s Jan.
From left to right, back row: Lt. Parker, Sgt. Lard, Police Chief Brian Attaway, Brian Wellbrock and Officer Burchfield. Front row: Detective Newman, Detective Hicks and Sgt. Smith. Not pictured: Sgt. Arnold. City of Duncan

From left to right, back row: Lt. Parker, Sgt. Lard, Police Chief Brian Attaway, Brian Wellbrock and Officer Burchfield. Front row: Detective Newman, Detective Hicks and Sgt. Smith. Not pictured: Sgt. Arnold. City of Duncan

Duncan Police Department Officers Honored

News Staff
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
From staff reports DUNCAN – Duncan Police Department officers recently received C2CReset Achievement flags upon graduating from Faith in Action Inc., a faith-based holistic health coaching program which provides first responders with strategies for mental health, wellness and weight loss.

FISTA seeking proposals for STEM lab equipment

Eric Swanson Southwest Ledger
Tuesday, January 28, 2025
LAWTON – The FISTA Development Trust Authority wants to hear from contractors interested in supplying manufacturing equipment for FISTA’s STEM Center, which will give students a chance to work on projects related to science, technology, engineering and math.The board voted unanimously Jan.
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