Environment

From June 1st through August 31st, Lawton citizens were encouraged to participate in the Take Care of Our Air contest by visiting participating businesses and filling out a contest card by completing simple tasks.

I think we can all agree that most ever day in Southwest Oklahoma we are served some of the most beautiful sunrises and sunsets from around the world. Someone once told me it is because of our red dirt. The particles are in the air and the way the sun reflects off those particles gives us those bright oranges, purples and reds. I don't know if that is true or not but they sure are pretty. Enjoy th

The City of Lawton April 2015 bulk cleanup will be done by areas. Please refer to the area chart to find out what days you can set out your bulk items.

The company that found a way to replace a bun with two pieces of fried chicken has taken it up a notch and found a way to replace a cup with a cookie.

By: Megan Bell This past weekend the winter finally began to loosen its grip on Lawton and allow us to enjoy some beautiful spring weather. So Saturday morning I put on my hiking gear, grabbed a bottle of water, and practically ran to my car in excitement. When the weather is nice, the Wichita Mountains provide a great escape as well as numerous breathtaking views.

Is being thankful the key to true happiness?  I believe it is.

The City of Lawton Solid Waste Division has announced Fall Cleanup beginning this week.

Keep medications in a secure place to prevent accessibility. Talk to friends and relatives about locking their medications away. Monitor your medications and never share your prescriptions. Taking someone else’s prescribed medication is not only illegal; it is dangerous with potentially fatal consequences...

Imagine this: you're playing golf with your buddies and having a great time. You head for the tees on the 15th hole and look up to see a brutal alligator fight on the green. Well, this actually happened!

Grandpa’s Photos is a website created by Dave Tomkins. It is filled with beautiful vintage photographs taken by his grandfather, Stephen Clarke.

Are you tired of seeing trash along your city streets? Do you cringe when you see someone throw litter out a car window onto the highway? Does litter really bug you? If so, this is the event for you!

I know, I know, Daylight Saving Time began a few weeks ago.  It affected every part of my day for at least a week.  I blamed everything on Daylight Saving time; my dog getting out of the yard, the check engine light coming on in my car, spilling soda down the front of my shirt.