The Lawton Armed Forces Day parade is one of the longest-running and biggest Armed Forces parades in the country. It's been an annual tradition for over 50 years and counting.
The 2022 annual Lawton, Fort Sill Armed Forces Day parade returns this Saturday, May 21st (05-21-22) starting at 10:00-am. It's presented by the Lawton, Fort SIll Chamber of Commerce along with the Lawton, Fort Sill Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Today's the day. Farmers Insurance Angela Shertle invites to to "A Time to Honor" today from 4:00pm until 8:00pm at the Taymor Plaza located at 44th Street and Gore Blvd next to the Wolf Creek Medical Center. The event is in recognition and thanks to all of our service men and women here and abroad.
In honor of National #HugAGIDay (3/4/19), I want to recognize and give huge hugs to all the service men and women (past, present & future) who go above and beyond the call of duty to protect our freedoms.
Have you ever wondered about the coins that seem to be placed on top of military headstones at cemeteries? You might be surprised to find out their meaning.
Toby Keith has done 11 USO Tours, which means he's spent a lot of time visiting with wounded heroes. In fact, that's the most difficult part of each trip.
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 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.
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.
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.
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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...