Lawton

Improving Lawton

Improving Lawton

A reason to make Lawton your forever home

News Staff
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
As a long-time resident of Lawton, I am strongly in favor of the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Just take a look at the transformation that has taken place in Oklahoma City through similar improvements.
Young Professionals of Lawton endorse the CIP

Young Professionals of Lawton endorse the CIP

Members of Young Professionals of Lawton endorse the CIP

News Staff
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
LAWTON - On Feb. 11 of 2020, citizens have the opportunity to ‘Propel’ Lawton at the polls. Residents have had the opportunity to learn, ask questions and choose their stance on how we move into 2020.
Former New York City Mayor and Democratic Presidential hopeful Mike Bloomberg

Former New York City Mayor and Democratic Presidential hopeful Mike Bloomberg

Bloomberg opens HQ in Lawton

News Staff
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
LAWTON - Former New York City Mayor and Democratic Presidential hopeful Mike Bloomberg will open a field office in Lawton in the coming days. According to Sarah Baker, state director for Mike Bloomberg 2020, the former mayor’s team will open offices in Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and Lawton.
Photo by Chris Martin While the STEDI plan’s proposed increment districts lie within the Lawton city limits, some are also within the boundaries of the Cache School District.

Photo by Chris Martin While the STEDI plan’s proposed increment districts lie within the Lawton city limits, some are also within the boundaries of the Cache School District.

Lawton announces incentive plan to attract businesses

Curtis Awbrey – Editor
Monday, November 18, 2019
LAWTON - City officials recently revealed a plan designed to innovate and sustain one established business that could also attract new non-retail entities to Lawton.
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt speaks in a town hall style meeting about progress made by state agencies during the Lawton stop of the Top 10 Cabinet Tour.

Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt speaks in a town hall style meeting about progress made by state agencies during the Lawton stop of the Top 10 Cabinet Tour.

Stitt expresses optimism toward upcoming session; focus on becoming a Top 10 state

Jj Francais Associate Publisher
Tuesday, October 29, 2019
LAWTON - “It’s important we get out of Oklahoma City,” exclaimed Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt during a recent trip to Lawton. Stitt made a second appearance in Lawton this month, this time bringing with him members of his cabinet.
Military spouse employment opportunities and recruitment

Military spouse employment opportunities and recruitment

CFTs, partnerships, military spouse employment opportunities and recruitment discussed at address

Curtis Awbrey – Editor
Monday, October 21, 2019
LAWTON – During the Fort Sill State of the City address held Thursday, Oct. 10, Major General William A. Shoffner, Commanding General, United States Army Fires Center of Excellence at Fort Sill, spoke of ways Lawton and the surrounding communities can help ensure the base’s continued success.
Governor Kevin Stitt

Governor Kevin Stitt

Gov. Stitt to bring Top 10 Cabinet Tour to Lawton

News Staff
Tuesday, October 15, 2019
OKLAHOMA CITY – Governor Kevin Stitt is bringing the Top 10 Cabinet Tour to Lawton on Thursday, Oct. 24. The third stop on the tour will take place at Lawton City Hall. Doors open at 11 a.m., and the program will begin promptly at 11:30 a.m. with a presentation from Gov.
Southwest Ledger photo by Curtis Awbrey, Lawton Mayor Stan Booker and President / CEO of the Lawton-Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation Brad Cooksey visit after the Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Com- merce’s State of the City luncheon at the Lawton Country Club on Thursday, Sept. 12. Lawton City Manager Michael Cleghorn is shown in the background.

Southwest Ledger photo by Curtis Awbrey, Lawton Mayor Stan Booker and President / CEO of the Lawton-Fort Sill Economic Development Corporation Brad Cooksey visit after the Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Com- merce’s State of the City luncheon at the Lawton Country Club on Thursday, Sept. 12. Lawton City Manager Michael Cleghorn is shown in the background.

Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce Luncheon 'STATE OF THE CITY'

Curtis Awbrey – Editor
Monday, September 16, 2019
LAWTON- During his first State of the City address, Mayor Stan Booker highlighted the city’s accomplishments and discussed what is needed to strengthen Lawton’s infrastructure and economy.
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