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This historic bridge in Medicine Park was constructed in 1906, the year before Statehood, according to Oklahoma Department of Transportation records. The bridge is 147 feet long and almost 21 feet wide. The one lane structure features a steel pony truss frame with a wooden deck.

This historic bridge in Medicine Park was constructed in 1906, the year before Statehood, according to Oklahoma Department of Transportation records. The bridge is 147 feet long and almost 21 feet wide. The one lane structure features a steel pony truss frame with a wooden deck.

Medicine Park bridge can carry its weight

Mike W. Ray Staff Writer
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
OKLAHOMA CITY – Although the maximum load limit is only five tons on the historic “auto bridge” in Medicine Park, the structure remains sound, Oklahoma Department of Transportation engineers have told The Ledger.
Edmund Burke and Mitt Romney

Edmund Burke and Mitt Romney

Historically Speaking: Edmund Burke and Mitt Romney

News Staff
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
I recently wrote an article for his column about a lesser known influence on the Founding Fathers, a man named James Harrington. I think, with the recent acquittal of President Trump and, more specifically, the vote of Senator Mitt Romney, it is worth examining another influence on the Founders.
Bank account sparks heated council debate

Bank account sparks heated council debate

Bank account sparks heated council debate

Jj Francais Associate Publisher
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
A lack of proper procedures and miscommunication over a questionable fire department bank account, allegedly containing approximately $10,000, sparked a confrontational and contentious city council meeting in Medicine Park last week.
While celebrating the organization’s 13th anniversary, Great Plains Republican Women gave gifts to two local beneficiaries – Pregnancy Resource Center of Southwest Oklahoma and the Veterans Center. GPRW also announced it is raising funds for another campaign by raffling off this custom made queen-size quilt. The group lends its support to organizations throughout the community and promotes conservative principles. Ledger photo by Curtis Awbrey

While celebrating the organization’s 13th anniversary, Great Plains Republican Women gave gifts to two local beneficiaries – Pregnancy Resource Center of Southwest Oklahoma and the Veterans Center. GPRW also announced it is raising funds for another campaign by raffling off this custom made queen-size quilt. The group lends its support to organizations throughout the community and promotes conservative principles. Ledger photo by Curtis Awbrey

GreatPlainsRepublicanWomen give to causes during meeting

Curtis Awbrey – Editor
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
LAWTON – Funds raised by the Great Plains Republican Women’s Fashion and Variety Show held last November brought some much needed supplies to local organizations Thursday.
Michael Bloomberg campaign staff members and volunteers meet with Amanda Finney, Bloomberg’s national director of women’s outreach, as they organize the candidate’s southwest Oklahoma headquarters and host its first informative luncheon on Feb. 17. Finney has worked on campaigns for Hillary Clinton and President Barack Obama. Ledger photos by Curtis Awbrey

Michael Bloomberg campaign staff members and volunteers meet with Amanda Finney, Bloomberg’s national director of women’s outreach, as they organize the candidate’s southwest Oklahoma headquarters and host its first informative luncheon on Feb. 17. Finney has worked on campaigns for Hillary Clinton and President Barack Obama. Ledger photos by Curtis Awbrey

Bloomberg campaign manager visits Southwest Oklahoma

Curtis Awbrey – Editor
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
LAWTON – Democratic presidential candidate and former New York City mayor Michael Bloomberg recently opened a campaign headquarters in Southwest Oklahoma. During the headquarters’ first informative luncheon held Feb.
Motorists travel along Lee Boulevard through the intersection with SW 82nd Street in Lawton. Ledger photo by Curtis Awbrey

Motorists travel along Lee Boulevard through the intersection with SW 82nd Street in Lawton. Ledger photo by Curtis Awbrey

Mayor Says: Lee Blvd. is No. 1 on CIP project list

News Staff
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
One of the first major projects Lawton residents may soon see stemming from their approval of their recent Community Improvement Plan is work on the west end of Lee Blvd., Mayor Stan Booker recently told The Ledger.
Death Row snapshot

Death Row snapshot

Oklahoma death row snapshot

Debi DeSilver Managing Editor
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
LAWTON – Two inmates incarcerated on death row at the Oklahoma State Penitentiary in McAlester are from Comanche County and one is from Stephens County. Ricky R. Malone, 45, was tried by jury and convicted of first degree murder in the District Court of Comanche County, court records show.
Oklahoma Farm Bureau Insurance

Oklahoma Farm Bureau Insurance

Farm Bureau Insurance ratings improve

Mike Ray Staff Writer
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahoma Farm Bureau Insurance recently had its Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating (ICR) upgraded from stable to positive, and its Financial Strength Rating (FSR) of B++ (good) was affirmed. The ratings were announced by A.M.
Oklahoma City man is suing Sprouts Farmers Market

Oklahoma City man is suing Sprouts Farmers Market

Sprouts slip spawns suit

M. Scott Carter - Capitol Bureau Chief
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
OKLAHOMA CITY – An Oklahoma City man is suing Sprouts Farmers Market over an accident that occurred at its 63rd Street and May Avenue location. James Lowe II filed the suit in Oklahoma County District Court.
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