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Oklahoma lost one of its most recognizable native sons today.
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Chuck Norris — born Carlos Ray Norris in Ryan, Oklahoma, on March 10, 1940 — has died at the age of 86, according to reports citing a family statement released Friday.
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Lawton Releases Draft “One Lawton” Comprehensive Plan Through 2050
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The City of Lawton has released the draft One Lawton Comprehensive Plan, a long-range planning document intended to guide the city’s growth and development through 2050.
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Sunday Evening Crier — March 15, 2026
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The Ides of March Update As spring break begins, I wanted to give everyone a quick update on the week ahead here at Lawton Town Crier. I will not be uploading many videos this week. That does not mean the work is stopping. Instead, I will be using this time…
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Three U.S. F-15E Strike Eagles Downed in Friendly Fire Incident Over Kuwait; All Aircrew Safe
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Three U.S. Air Force F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jets were lost over Kuwait late Sunday night in what officials describe as an apparent friendly-fire incident during active combat operations.
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U.S. and Israel Strike Iran; Iran Launches Missiles at Regional Targets — What We Know So Far
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The U.S. and Israel launched a major operation targeting Iran early Saturday. Iran responded with missile attacks across the region, including against countries hosting U.S. forces. Here is a confirmed timeline of events and what remains unverified.
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Lawton Continues Search for Permanent City Attorney After Year-Long Vacancy
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LAWTON, Okla. — The City of Lawton has been without a permanent City Attorney since the February 2025 resignation of John R. Andrew, as officials continue the search for a long-term replacement.
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Correction / Clarification — City Council Data Center Vote
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Published: February 25, 2026 A previous version of the Lawton Town Crier report on the February 24, 2026 Lawton City Council meeting contained an error in the recorded votes on the data center zoning item. The correct vote was 5–3, with Councilmember Alan Hampton voting NO and Councilmember Tarron Epps…
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