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Are You Shaking Hands & Hugging People Now? [POLL]
Are You Shaking Hands & Hugging People Now? [POLL]
Are You Shaking Hands & Hugging People Now? [POLL]
So now that things are finally starting to improve and it's looking like we're on the other side of the COVID-19 pandemic, are you back to shaking hands and hugging people? I know I am. To be perfectly honest I never really stopped doing it, much to the disgust, shock and horror of others. I couldn't tell you how many times I'd stick my hand out or go to hug someone during the pandemic, it's a really hard habit to break. I do it all the time without even thinking about it. I felt bad, some people were terrified and I'd have to stop and remember "Oh' right we're not doing that anymore."
Elgin Has Been Named as the Safest City in Oklahoma Again!
Elgin Has Been Named as the Safest City in Oklahoma Again!
Elgin Has Been Named as the Safest City in Oklahoma Again!
Congratulations to Elgin, OK. for being named Oklahoma's safest City in 2021. This makes the third time in a row that Elgin, OK. has been declared as the safest city in the state, that's quite an accomplishment. The new study from www.safewise.com lists the 20 safest city's in Oklahoma and Elgin once again is at the very top of the list!
Results From the Lawton Community Needs Online Survey Are Here!
Results From the Lawton Community Needs Online Survey Are Here!
Results From the Lawton Community Needs Online Survey Are Here!
The wait is over, we now have all the results from the Community Needs Online Survey from the City of Lawton in conjunction with the Lawton Housing and Community Development Division. Awhile back Lawtonians were invited to take and be a part of the survey that would assist city leaders with future projects and addressing needs within the community. Citizens had the chance to express what areas are in need of improvement and identified issues that are in need of attention and or change.
Oklahoma Ranks the Worst in the Nation for Senior Healthcare
Oklahoma Ranks the Worst in the Nation for Senior Healthcare
Oklahoma Ranks the Worst in the Nation for Senior Healthcare
A new study was conducted by Healthcare Inc. and has ranked Oklahoma as the worst state in the Nation for senior healthcare. The report lists the states from best to worst and uses factors like medical costs, doctors per capita, prescription costs, life expectancy, retirement facilities and other senior medical related elements to compile the list and rank the states.
Lawton Public School’s Mandatory Mask Mandate has Expired
Lawton Public School’s Mandatory Mask Mandate has Expired
Lawton Public School’s Mandatory Mask Mandate has Expired
LPS (Lawton Public Schools) has expired their mandatory mask mandate for all Lawton area schools within the LPS district. The news came yesterday (05-24-21) that it will no longer be required for students, faculty or visitors to wear masks or face coverings inside or outside. The mask mandate was originally put in place for all Lawton schools back in August of 2020 during the pandemic.
COVID-19 Vaccinations Are Now Available for Kids Ages 12 and Up in Lawton
COVID-19 Vaccinations Are Now Available for Kids Ages 12 and Up in Lawton
COVID-19 Vaccinations Are Now Available for Kids Ages 12 and Up in Lawton
The CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) has approved the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccination for children ages 12 and up. So now younger kids are able to get vaccinated against the virus. Now that all the Federal approvals are met the OSDH (Oklahoma State Department of Health) has green lighted county health departments across the state to start offering the vaccine to anyone 12 years of age and older immediately.
Lawton Splash Pads and Wading Pools to Reopen Soon!
Lawton Splash Pads and Wading Pools to Reopen Soon!
Lawton Splash Pads and Wading Pools to Reopen Soon!
The City of Lawton just announced that they plan on re-opening all the splash pads and wading pools over the next couple of weeks. Lawton has 2 splash pads and 3 wading pools, along with a public pool. The first to open will be the splash pads, those open back up on Saturday, May 21st (05-22-21). The wading pools will reopen on Tuesday, May 25th (05-25-21) same for the Lawton Public pool.
Once the Pandemic is Over What Do You What to Do Most?
Once the Pandemic is Over What Do You What to Do Most?
Once the Pandemic is Over What Do You What to Do Most?
We're finally starting to see a return to normal, thank God! It's been a crazy year or so with the COVID-19 pandemic and everything that's happened since. From what it looks like we're actually going to have a decent Summer and if things continue to improve the days of isolation and boredom could be coming to an end. In Oklahoma our numbers have improved to the point that Governor Kevin Stitt ended the "State of Emergency" and we're seeing more and more places open up and activities we've been missing return.
The Second COVID-19 Vaccination is No Joke!
The Second COVID-19 Vaccination is No Joke!
The Second COVID-19 Vaccination is No Joke!
I had been warned, repeatedly that the second COVID-19 vaccination was rough when compared to the first one. In my normal devil may care, you don't know what you're talking about fashion, I completely ignored the warnings and I'm paying the price for that now.
Lawton Has Been Presented an OK. Healthy Community Award!
Lawton Has Been Presented an OK. Healthy Community Award!
Lawton Has Been Presented an OK. Healthy Community Award!
Lawton, Fort Sill is now a five time winner of the Oklahoma Excellence Certified Healthy Community award or certification. The award recognizes Oklahoma communities, businesses and organizations that are working to make their cities a better and healthier place to live and work.
Drive Thru COVID-19 Vaccinations at the Great Plains Coliseum
Drive Thru COVID-19 Vaccinations at the Great Plains Coliseum
Drive Thru COVID-19 Vaccinations at the Great Plains Coliseum
Coming up this Wednesday, May 12th (05-12-21) the CCHD (Comanche County Health Department) will be hosting a drive thru COVID-19 vaccination event at the Great Plains Coliseum located at 920 South Sheridan Road from 8:00am until 6:00pm. You can just pull in and get your shot and no appointment is necessary. All persons that are age 16 plus are eligible. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to get vaccinated.

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