Face Masks

It was announced yesterday (08-04-20) that the Lawton Police Department would begin random compliance checks to ensure that the city's face mask ordinance 20-12 is being followed by businesses and citizens.

If like myself you've been concerned about the COVID-19 pandemic. More specifically you've been wondering if all these face masks that we're now required to wear are actually working. Pondering the question "Are they effective at slowing or stopping the spread of Coronavirus?&qu…

The Lawton, Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce notified it's members today that the city of Lawton is requesting that all local and area businesses help with the new mask ordinance as much as possible. They aren't asking businesses to enforce the order, just assist with informing the public tha…

With the signing of the newest proclamation from the City Council of Lawton, face masks are now required in public for the foreseeable future.

I'm sure by now you've seen all the memes on social media and false statements that wearing a face mask and carrying a concealed firearm is illegal. This is completely untrue, it's a myth. A lot of people are concerned about their Second Amendment rights and self-defense options they …

The Lawton city council voted today (07-17-20) in favor of a mandatory face mask order. The new ordinance will require all citizens to wear a mask or covering while in public. With the recent increase of positive COVID-19 cases in the state and county the city of Lawton is taking steps to help slow …

The city council will be meeting tomorrow afternoon Friday, July 17th 2020 (07-17-20) at 2:00pm CST to vote on the proposed face mask ordinance. The council committee will present their plans which follow or mirror similar face mask ordinances in the state and across the Nation in an effort to help …

Starting next week on Monday, July 20th 2020 (07-20-20) you will be required to wear a face mask or covering to enter and shop at any Walmart or Sam's Club, including Neighborhood Markets.

The City of Lawton will mandate that face masks must be worn in all city owned or run indoor properties starting this Wednesday, July 15th 2020 (07-15-20). Some of the facilities that you will have to wear a mask to enter include: Lawton City Hall, Lawton Police and Fire Departments, The City Hall A…

A man tried to enter a Walmart without a face mask and started fighting with employees who were trying to enforce the company's rules. It happened in Florida. I know right, that's all I have to say and you already know things are gonna get weird.

Take a look at the virtual "Masquerade Ball." Our photo gallery that features a collection of some of the most creative and colorful masks, not to mention characters around. You can submit a photo of you in your mask and be included in the fun.

We've seen some great face masks when out and about in around Lawton, Fort Sill and we want to see yours, be a part of the "Masquerade Ball." We're collecting up pictures of all the best and most creative face masks around town and there's a lot of them.