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2013 Iwo Jima Reunion Comes To Fort Sill

James "Bubba" Meeks — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 17:16:16 +0000

Fort Sill Marines got a visit from veterans of Iwo Jima as well as Medal of Honor recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams on Thursday to share their experiences during their time in service as part of the 2013 Iwo Jima Reunion Tour in Wichita Falls. The Marines got a chance to talk to the veterans about [...]

West Nile Virus Prevention in Fort Sill's Weekly Update

Jeri Anderson — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 16:06:28 +0000

Our Fort Sill Update this week features Garrison Commander Col. Paul Hossenlopp, as MG Mark McDonald is traveling once again. Our update begins with a story that we had right here at klaw.com. Three Fort Sill soldiers receiving Bronze Stars from the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General Dempsey. Once again, Fort Sill and it’s [...]

Prosecutors Seeking the Death Penalty for a Fort Sill Soldier Who Starved to Death His Own Son! [POLL]

Sasha Spielman — Tue, 29 May 2012 17:36:02 +0000

The federal government is seeking the death penalty for Connel C. Williams, a Fort Sill soldier, who deprived his son of food which eventually led to the death of the 10-years-old boy. Williams, 32, first enlisted in the army in 2009 and in 2010 he was assigned to Fort Sill where the horrendous crime occurred on [...]

Thank You To All Our Military And Thank You Dad [PICTURES]

Steve Kelly — Mon, 28 May 2012 22:43:30 +0000

On this Memorial Day it's our chance to stop, reflect and say thank you to all of the men and women currently serving and our veterans that have served in all branched of the military. They have fought to keep our country safe! On this day we remember those that gave the ultimate sacrifice while defending our country.

Oklahoma Gets More Funds To Help Homeless Veterans

Steve Kelly — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 21:02:50 +0000

Much need it funding has been awarded to the State of Oklahoma to help with the housing of homeless veterans. Three housing agencies in Oklahoma will split $381,311. The Department of Housinig and Urban Development officials said the money will supply permanent housing and case management for 90 homeless veterans. The government also added that the number of vouchers now in use is up to 345.

Halverson Signs Off Limits Order For Eight Lawton Businesses

Nancy Mace — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 22:37:29 +0000

From Fort Sill Public Affairs Office

Press Release 1202

March 2, 2012

The commanding general, Maj. Gen. David D. Halverson, has signed an off-limits order today as a result of a recommendation from the Western Oklahoma Area Joint Service Armed Forces Disciplinary Control Board.

Halverson placed the followin

Soldier's Silent Night[VIDEO]

Steve Kelly — Fri, 16 Dec 2011 16:41:26 +0000

It's that time of year again with the Christmas hustle and bustle and trying to get presents bought and wrapped and under the tree and then trying to get Christmas dinner cooked and on the table we often forget about those men and women that will not get a chance to shop or have a nice Christmas dinner with family and friends because they are thousands of miles away defending our freedom. Take 4 minutes to watch " Soldier's Silent Night, you be glad you did. Merry Christmas to all our troops and veterans and their family this holiday season.

Christmas Lights Display Says Thank You To Troops And Veterans[VIDEO]

Steve Kelly — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 14:00:43 +0000

It's Christmas time and by now you and your neighbors have but up your Christmas lights and by now you have seen countless videos of people that have synced up their lights to music. But I am betting that you have yet to so a display like this one. This display says thank you to our troops and or veterans, and makes me proud to be an American.

2nd Annual 168th BSB Golf Tournament at Fort Sill Golf Course

Steve Kelly — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 19:59:02 +0000

Had the honor and privilege to play golf alongside the men and women of the 168th BSB during their golf tournament on Monday out at the golf course on Ft. Sill. Thank you to my golf partners that carried me the entire day and once again thanks to the men and women of the 168th BSB for all they do for our country and for letting me play golf with them during their tournament.

Great Dane Welcomes Home His Military Dad From Deployment[VIDEO]

Steve Kelly — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 20:15:15 +0000

Emmitt the Great Dane, is REALLY HAPPY to see his military dad who just got home from deployment.

Soldiers Taking A Break And Rocking Out[VIDEO]

Steve Kelly — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 23:37:03 +0000

This video hit the internet early this morning and still no one knows which base or which branch of the service this is. I am going with Air Force for the sole reason if you watch the guy in the background taking the picture you can see the Air Force logo on his shorts, but regardless it is a great video !

Oklahomans To Build Chapel at Camp Gruber as Gift To Soldiers

Clay Miller — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 19:33:00 +0000

Today, Governor Mary Fallin announced plans for a new religious center to be built on Camp Gruber. The new center will be called the Thunderbird Chapel. Ground breaking is scheduled for next month and should be completed with in 6 months. This will coincide with the return of the next group of Oklahoma Soldiers from [...]

168th BSB Organizational Day At Ft. Sill

Steve Kelly — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 16:31:35 +0000

I recently got a chance to hangout with men and women of the 168th BSB who are our co-op partners here at KLAW 101, and had a total blast ! This was truly a family affair out at Ambrosia Spring Park on Ft. Sill, The men and women of the 168th BSB and their families [...]

Armed Forces Day Celebration

Clay Miller — Sat, 21 May 2011 12:30:35 +0000

Today is a special day for me. Not only is it a day to celebrate our armed forces, it is a day to reflect on how proud I am to be an American! Yes, today is Armed Forces Celebration Day. Here in Lawton / Ft. Sill and many other cities across our great land will have [...]

ACM – USO Concert For Military Families

Clay Miller — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 11:30:57 +0000

It was a success last year so they’re doing it again this year. The Academy of Country Music and the USO are bringing a private concert to troops and their families who are stationed at Nellis Air Force Base just outside of Las Vegas. Luke Bryan, Brett Eldredge, Little Big Town, Blake Shelton, Sunny Sweeney, [...]