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As Lawton Unveils Draft One Lawton Plan, Residents Push Back on What “Future Land Use” Could Mean
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LAWTON, OK — Lawton officials say the draft One Lawton Comprehensive Plan is a long-range guide for future land use and development decisions, not an immediate rezoning or property acquisition plan. But public reaction over the past week — both before and during a March 23 open house — shows that some residents view…
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Lawton City Council Waives Budget Policy as Water and Sewer Rate Increases Loom
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LAWTON, OK — The Lawton City Council approved a waiver of portions of its own budget policy Tuesday night, while a separate discussion before the Lawton Water Authority signaled that City officials are weighing utility rate increases tied to long-running water and sewer infrastructure needs. The Council’s consent agenda passed 7–0, with Councilman Tarron…
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City Hall Evacuated Following Reported Bomb Threat
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LAWTON, OK — The City of Lawton reported a bomb threat at City Hall at approximately 2:36 p.m., prompting an immediate evacuation of the building.
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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, December 28, 2025
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LAWTON, OK — The December 28 edition of Sunday Evening Crier serves as a year-end context episode, focused on the December 18, 2025 Lawton Economic Development Authority (LEDA) meeting and the interconnected decisions that will shape Lawton’s direction in 2026.
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Sunday Evening Crier Episode #4
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Join Garrett Jackson this Sunday for an in-depth conversation with Lane Hooten, covering the pressing issues affecting our community and Oklahoma at large. From local governance to economic development, Lane shares insights you won’t want to miss.
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James L. Hooton Appointed to Ward 1
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James Lane Hooton has been appointed to represent Ward 1 on the Lawton City Council. He will be sworn in September 23 and serve the unexpired term until the next municipal election.
