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Lawton utility receipts subsidize other departments

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

LAWTON – Millions of dollars collected on local utility bills a re diverted to the city’s General Fund to subsidize other departments.A Lawton resident whose monthly utility bill covers 6,000 gallons of water and 3,000 gallons of wastewater is billed $58.

City Council filing period, election dates scheduled

Mikew. Ray Southwest Ledger

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Lawton residents will select two City Council members and the Mayor this year.

Lawton City Council approves 4 agreements

Mike W. Ray Southwest Ledger

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

LAWTON – The City Council recently approved contracts and agreements pertaining to dilapidated structures, workers’ compensation claims, Native American workforce development, and professional engineering services.

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Duncan hires Deal as new city manager

Eric Swanson Southwest Ledger

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

DUNCAN – The Duncan Chamber of Commerce’s former president and CEO will take on a different role as Duncan’s new city manager.

Duncan seeks membership in AARP-related organization

Eric Swanson Southwest Ledger

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

DUNCAN – Duncan officials are hoping to join the AARP’s Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, an organization that aims to improve cities for residents of all ages.During the Duncan City Council’s May 28 meeting, the board voted to seek membership in the organization.

This residence at 2502 SW I Ave. was one of 10 houses and two commercial properties condemned May 28 by the Lawton City Council. A three-wheeled, pedal-powered cycle approximately 6 feet long is parked on the roof of the house, and homeless people have been living in the back yard, Neighborhood Services Supervisor Josh White said. The property is owned by a Lawtonian and has had an inactive water account for 12 years, municipal records reflect.

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News Staff

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

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Members of the Oklahoma Ethics Commission voted Wednesday, May 29, 2024, to approve a settlement agreement with state Rep. Ajay Pittman, who admitted to using nearly $18,000 of campaign funds for personal matters. Michael McNutt | NonDoc

Pittman agrees to pay $35,000 to settle campaign violations

Michael Mcnutt Nondoc

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

OKLAHOMA CITY – State Rep. Ajay Pittman admitted to spending nearly $18,000 for her personal use instead of campaign purposes as intended by donors, according to a settlement agreement finalized today by the Oklahoma Ethics Commission.

Southwest Oklahoma Legislative Update State Senate

Debi Desilver Southwest Ledger

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

OKLAHOMA CITY – Action continued on proposed bills right up to sine die adjournment during the final week of the Second Regular Session of the 59th Legislature. After sending the state budget proposal to Gov.

Southwest Oklahoma Legislative Update House of Representatives

Debi Desilver Southwest Ledger

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

OKLAHOMA CITY – When the state House of Representatives adjourned sine die on Thursday, it marked the end of Rep. Charles McCall’s (R-Atoka) run as the longest serving Speaker in state history. He has now reached his term limit.

Bill clarifies when farm kids can take driver’s education

Debi Desilver Southwest Ledger

Tuesday, June 4, 2024

OKLAHOMA CITY– An update to a bill passed by the Legislature last year will allow teenagers with agriculture responsibilities to take driver’s education classes at 13 and onehalf years of age.The new guideline is in current Senate Bill 1766 authored by Sen.

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