LAWTON, Okla_The Veteran's Day
weekend has officially begun and this morning, one special place to be was the Lawton-Fort Sill Veterans
Center. Veterans who live
at the center gathered in the auditorium, some came in their wheel chairs, others
were helped in by aides or nurses but they came and were joined by veterans
from all over the area.
Fort Sill Commander Major
General Mark McDonald gave a heartfelt thank you to every one of them.
"This
comes at a heavy price, protecting this country, to keep that standard of
living, to keep us the greatest nation on the earth."
Senator Don Barrington
spoke to the crowd and shared the story of a young soldier who was terribly
wounded in Afghanistan
and is now recovering in a military hospital.
A bugler played
one of the most recognizable calls ever "taps." History says it was
first played in 1862 when a Union General wanted to honor his soldiers after a
battle.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:52 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:52:49 GMT
As advertised, today was exceptional with lots of sunshine and comfy temperatures. We'll repeat it tomorrow before turning a bit unsettled at times next week.l
If any storms do develop tonight they would be south of the Red River and out in the Texas panhandle.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:50 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:50:59 GMT
The jury is still deliberating whether convicted murderer Mica Martinez lives or dies. They've been deliberating since around 10:30 AM. The defense told jurors to consider witness testimony as to why
A jury has sentenced Mica Martinez to death for the double murder of Carl and Martha Miller in 2009.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 6:09 PM EDT2013-06-18 22:09:27 GMT
LAWTON Okla_ The potholes, bumps and cracks need to be fixed, but the repairs are sure causing headaches for drivers. If you've traveled Lawton's roads recently your regular 15-minute trip might've taken
The potholes, bumps and cracks need to be fixed, but the repairs are sure causing headaches for drivers.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 5:38 PM EDT2013-06-18 21:38:55 GMT
ALTUS, Okla_ Altus police say you need to lock your car doors, because they're seeing a huge increase in the number of burglaries from cars. Chief Tim Murphy said they've seen at least 52 so far this
Altus police say they are seeing a huge increase in car burglaries this year. In April alone, they handled 24 reports, which boosted the total for the year to 52.
Tuesday, June 18 2013 4:57 PM EDT2013-06-18 20:57:18 GMT
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - The Oklahoma Insurance Department says nearly 71,000 insurance claims have been filed after central Oklahoma was raked by a series of violent tornadoes last month. Insurance Commissioner
The Oklahoma Insurance Department says nearly 71,000 insurance claims have been filed after central Oklahoma was raked by a series of violent tornadoes last month.
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