Chandra Young Joins Lawton as Finance Director
Madalynn ElKouri | Multimedia Specialist
The City of Lawton is proud to welcome Chandra Young as its new Finance Director, bringing in more than 30 years of experience in public, private, and government accounting and finance.
With a strong passion for anal…
One Year of Stream Clean Success
Neal Kirmer | Multimedia Specialist
The City of Lawton’s Stormwater Management Division is celebrating a milestone in community service, the one-year anniversary of Stream Clean Saturday, taking place on October 18 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. a…
Work in Progress Wednesday: Crosswalk Upgrade
Neal Kirmer | Multimedia Specialist
Crews have been busy near Hugh Bish Elementary School, rebuilding the crosswalk and installing new handicap-accessible ramps. This work is part of the upcoming Crosswalks to Classrooms initiative, which focuses on making…
Andrea Morman Recognized with True North Award
Neal Kirmer | Multimedia Specialist
The City of Lawton proudly recognizes Andrea Morman with the True North Award for her hard work, leadership, and dedication within the Arts and Humanities Division.
Andrea is known for her attention to detail, organizatio…
Work in Progress: 11th Street Bridge Project
Neal Kirmer | Multimedia Specialist
Progress continues on the bridge replacement project along Southwest 11th Street, where crews are hard at work improving one of Lawton’s key transportation routes. The project, managed by Sewell Brothers, Inc.,…
Holiday in the Park Returns November 22
Madalynn ElKouri | Multimedia Specialist
The Holiday in the Park Committee is excited to announce Holiday in the Park will kick off on Saturday, November 22, with the Frost Your Fanny 5K at 5 p.m. and the Holiday Parade at 6:30 p.m.
This …
Work in Progress: McMahon Auditorium
Exciting progress is underway at McMahon Auditorium! The exterior of the addition is now taking shape, with the outer walls up and new windows installed at the front of the building. Inside, crews have laid out the framework, giving us the first real glim…
Mayor Booker Proclaims Hispanic Heritage Month
During the September 23 City Council meeting, Mayor Stan Booker proudly issued a proclamation recognizing Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated each year from September 15 to October 15. This month is dedicated to honoring the rich histories, vibrant cultur…
Traffic Advisory: SW 38th Street
Caitlin Gatlin | Communications & Marketing Manager
As work on SW 38th Street continues, the City of Lawton would like to notify drivers of some changes.
SW 38th Street is now closed to through traffic past Wal-Mart, with access limited to local traffic…
Melissa Gomez Receives Employee Spotlight Award
The City of Lawton is proud to recognize Melissa Gomez with the Employee Spotlight Award! Melissa has served as an Administrative Assistant at Central Fire Station for nearly two years, and in that time, she has consistently demonstrated professionalism, …
Work in Progress
Neal Kirmer | Multimedia Specialist
Neighborhood Improvements in Progress at 50th and Santa Fe
You may not always notice them, but small improvement projects are happening across Lawton every week. One example is the concrete repair work at the corner of NW…
Lane Hooton Appointed to Lawton City Council
Madalynn ElKouri | Multimedia Specialist
The City of Lawton has welcomed a new face to the City Council as Lane Hooton steps into the Ward 1 seat previously held by Councilwoman Mary Ann Hankins-Booker.
Hooton currently serves as Chief of Operati…
Greer Park Ribbon Cutting
Madalynn ElKouri | Multimedia Specialist
The City of Lawton, in partnership with Parks and Recreation, will host a ribbon cutting to celebrate the completion of new construction at Greer Park, commonly known as KidZone. The event will be held Saturday, Oct…
City of Lawton Announces Community Cleanout Event
Madalynn ElKouri | Multimedia Specialist
The City of Lawton will host a Community Cleanout on Saturday, November 15, providing two designated drop-off locations for residents to safely dispose of household items and support local organizations.
Th…
Donald Kousman Receives the True North Award
Madalynn ElKouri | Multimedia Specialist
At Tuesdays City Council Meeting, Donald Kousman was presented with the North Star Award in recognition for his integrity, professionalism, and commitment to service.
Kousman, who serves as the sexton of H…
Election Day is September 9
Madalynn ElKouri | Multimedia Specialist
The City of Lawton is reminding citizens about the upcoming votes on two proposed amendments to the City Charter as well as selecting new representatives for the Ward 3, Ward 4, and Ward 5 City Council Sea…
Lawton Aquatics Center Nears Season End
Caitlin Gatlin | Communications & Marketing Manager
The City of Lawton would like to thank the community for an incredible inaugural season at the new Lawton Aquatics Center in Elmer Thomas Park. Since opening its doors on August 16, the facility has w…
City of Lawton to Swear In Ward 2 Councilman Taron Epps
Caitlin Gatlin | Communications & Marketing Manager
The City of Lawton will host the swearing-in ceremony for Taron Epps as the new Ward 2 Councilman on Tuesday, September 9, at 4:15 p.m. in the Wayne Gilley Auditorium.
Epps was appointed by the Lawton …
City of Lawton Holiday Schedule: Labor Day
Caitlin Gatlin | Communications & Marketing Manager
City of Lawton offices and sites will be closed in observance of Labor Day on Monday, September 1, 2025.
This closure includes the Lawton Public Library and the Branch Library.
The Solid Waste…
John Santos Receives True North Award
During the August 12, 2025 City Council meeting, John Santos, Sewer Construction Superintendent, was honored with the True North Award. Presented monthly, the award recognizes employees who best exemplify the City of Lawton’s True North principles.
While t…
Ward 1 Applications Now Being Accepted
Caitlin Gatlin | Communication & Marketing Manager
The City of Lawton is now accepting applications to fill the vacant Ward 1 City Council seat, following Mary Ann Hankins-Booker’s official resignation during Tuesday’s Lawton City C…
Elk Hunt 2025: Applications Now Available
Caitlin Gatlin | Communications & Marketing Manager
Update: September 18, 2025
Following the drawing, it was discovered that one application was mistakenly included. The individual in question had successfully drawn a permit in 2022, which makes them in…
Blackout Rucking Crew Honored with Clean Sweep Award
Neal Kirmer | Multimedia Specialist
The City of Lawton is proud to recognize the Blackout Rucking Crew as the latest recipients of the Clean Sweep Award, an honor given to individuals or groups who go above and beyond to help keep our community clean and i…
Fireworks Prohibited in the City of Lawton
As Independence Day approaches, the City of Lawton would like to remind residents and visitors that the use, possession, and sale of consumer fireworks are strictly prohibited within city limits, including all city-owned properties. This includes Lake Law…
Caitlin Gatlin Receives True North Award
Neal Kirmer | Multimedia Specialist
The City of Lawton has recognized Communications & Marketing Manager Caitlin Gatlin with the True North Award for her hard work during the recent flooding.
During the event, Gatlin kept the community informed with upd…
Freedom Festival 2025: Parking Plan
The City of Lawton is encouraging residents and visitors to plan ahead for the highly anticipated Freedom Festival, taking place Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28 at Elmer Thomas Park. With large crowds expected and nightly fireworks displays schedule…
CANCELLED: Army’s 250th Birthday Parade
Below is the joint press release from the City of Lawton and Fort Sill regarding the cancellation of the Army Birthday Parade:
After careful coordination between the City of Lawton, the Lawton Police Department, and Fort Sill leadership, we have made the d…
True North Award Presented to Lawton Fire Leaders
Neal Kirmer | Multimedia Specialist
Two leaders of the Lawton Fire Department, Fire Marshal Heath Want (pictured), and Fire Chief Jared Williams, have been recognized with the prestigious True North Award for their extraordinary response to a life-threaten…
Download Go Lawton today!
Caitlin Gatlin | Communications & Marketing Manager
The City of Lawton is proud to introduce Go Lawton, a new mobile application powered by GOGov that puts City updates and alerts right at your fingertips.
This free, easy-to-use app is designed to keep …
City of Lawton Birthday Celebration
Caitlin Gatlin | Communications & Marketing Manager
The City of Lawton is thrilled to announce an exciting expansion of its annual Birthday Celebration! This year, in honor of Lawton’s founding, which was August 6, 1901, the festivities won’t be limite…
Community Youth Program Making a Positive Impact
Caitlin Gatlin | Communications & Marketing Manager
At the May 27 City Council meeting, Executive Director Kerrie Mathews of Marie Detty Youth & Family Services presented an in-depth update on the agency’s Gang Prevention Program—an initiative laun…