Destany Fuller
Multimedia Journalist
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Destany Fuller was born and raised in Irving, Texas. She attended Texas State University, where she graduated with a degree in Electronic Media in 2021.
During her time at Texas State, she was a news and sports reporter for the campus newspaper, The University Star, as well as a reporter/anchor for the campus newscast, Bobcat Update.
Since graduating, she's worked as a journalist for the website WeINSPIRE and for the Princeton Herald as a freelance sports reporter.
In her free time, Destany enjoys cooking. shopping and spending time with her friends and family. She has a passion for sports and enjoys playing them, specifically soccer and volleyball.
If you have story ideas, you can reach her at destany.fuller@kswo.com.
Updated: Jun. 7, 2023 at 5:09 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
The awards reportedly call for the reinstatement of the former officers to Lawton Police Department after two different arbitrators found the pair acted within their training.
Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 6:51 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
Though no one was injured and no hazardous chemicals were on board, the wreckage left the community with a lot of work ahead of them.
Updated: Jun. 5, 2023 at 9:57 AM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
The jury reached the verdict after hours of deliberation.
Updated: Jun. 4, 2023 at 8:49 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
With the stores closed, lake goers don't have access to things like concession or gas.
Updated: May. 30, 2023 at 6:40 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
Today, it’s sitting in the Greenwood Cultural Center, just days before the anniversary of the Tulsa Race Massacre.
Updated: May. 29, 2023 at 7:49 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
To put the holiday into a short summary, it’s about honoring an undeniable sacrifice.
Updated: May. 28, 2023 at 8:37 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
You may use the words “Native American”, “Indian” or “Indigenous” interchangeably, but what’s the “right” answer, if there is one?
Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 11:14 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
It started in 1989, and has seen anywhere between five and seven hundred riders each year. Some have even come from across the country.
Updated: May. 27, 2023 at 7:05 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
You may recognize her for her contributions to the community, including providing services for both the poor and homeless.
Updated: May. 22, 2023 at 4:34 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
There were plenty of sights to see, with various groups participating and showing their pride.
Updated: May. 21, 2023 at 11:08 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
KCA Commander Kris Killsfirst said this a great way to give families a special moment, no matter the branch or conflict.
Updated: May. 21, 2023 at 9:51 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
The event was put on by Integris Search and Rescue, who tirelessly searched for Pickens while she was missing.
Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 7:20 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
Elgin Fire Chief, Mike Baker said he’s looking forward to continue some of this year’s successes in next year’s carnival.
Updated: May. 14, 2023 at 5:11 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
One member said an event like this is important to extend a hand to other military widows who may not know there's a support group available to them.
Updated: May. 13, 2023 at 10:01 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
We’re here to finally get to the bottom of it, so what’s the correct way to pronounce Lawton?
Updated: May. 9, 2023 at 10:35 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
State champions were in attendance, proclamations were made, new faces were introduced and resolutions were reached in Tuesday's City Council meeting.
Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 5:00 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller and Cade Taylor
Cody Young, an e-sports athlete at Cyril High School, will continue his career on a scholarship with Roger State University's e-sports program.
Updated: Apr. 26, 2023 at 4:39 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
Those concerned about the lack of family friendly activities in Lawton may be in luck.
Updated: Apr. 24, 2023 at 10:47 PM CDT
|By Kyle Weatherly and Destany Fuller
It was the only local qualifier in the state, and one of just 109 nationwide.
Updated: Apr. 24, 2023 at 10:42 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
Kaiden Livingston signed his letter of intent to continue his wrestling career at Jarvis Christian University.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 10:19 PM CDT
|By Marilyn Cater and Destany Fuller
A total of 16 Amtrykes were given to people in the surrounding area.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 9:40 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
The shows director and designer said she wants her show to make the community more environmentally conscious.
Updated: Apr. 23, 2023 at 9:13 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
An organizer for the event said he was inspired by his own daughter, who has autism and loves to paint.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2023 at 4:36 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
The joy of Lawton Rocks has spread past the limits of Oklahoma. Some of the rocks have even made their way to other parts of the world.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2023 at 6:25 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller and Cade Taylor
Fort Sill 101 attendees heard from multiple Fort Sill authorities and organizations about the base’s operations and programs.
Updated: Apr. 12, 2023 at 11:07 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
EPS Superintendent Nate Meraz is relieved they found the suspect, who is a student.
Updated: Apr. 8, 2023 at 6:24 PM CDT
|By Amaya Ward and Destany Fuller
Club Scout Pack 4001 meets every Monday at first Christian Church and learn all kinds of outdoor skills.
Updated: Apr. 8, 2023 at 6:16 PM CDT
|By Amaya Ward and Destany Fuller
New Zion Missionary Church was founded in 1953 and some members have been there for decades. The groundbreaking has been the church's dream for a long time.
Updated: Apr. 4, 2023 at 11:02 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
Such a bill would allow parents of private and homeschool students to receive tax credits to partially cover costs for their child’s education.
Updated: Apr. 4, 2023 at 10:04 AM CDT
|By Jarred Burk and Destany Fuller
To be eligible, you have to make under $35,650 while meeting age and/or disability requirements.
Updated: Apr. 3, 2023 at 10:59 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
Some LPD retirees only want photos of the inside of the building to preserve its memory, but they haven't been allowed inside.
Updated: Apr. 2, 2023 at 11:01 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
Shoppers had four days to browse through hundreds of books and other items, like CD's, DVD's, puzzles and more.
Updated: Apr. 2, 2023 at 5:53 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
A few families came out to the home, where they were able to participate in a variety of activities.
Updated: Apr. 2, 2023 at 12:30 PM CDT
|By Amaya Ward and Destany Fuller
This was the hospital's second year hosting an Easter egg hunt for employees.
Updated: Apr. 2, 2023 at 12:21 PM CDT
|By Amaya Ward and Destany Fuller
The Regional will feature teams from Lawton High, Eisenhower, Altus, and the Lawton Academy of Arts and Sciences.
Updated: Apr. 1, 2023 at 7:04 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
One competitor is 14-year-old Coby Chrisman who travels across the country playing in adult tournaments.
Updated: Mar. 28, 2023 at 10:34 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
The council plans to hold at least one more public hearing for community members to voice what they think community improvement project funds should be spent on.
Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 6:42 PM CDT
|By Kevin Haggenmiller and Destany Fuller
Lawton City Councilmen Sean Fortenbaugh quoted his health as the reason for his sudden resignation.
Updated: Mar. 27, 2023 at 6:25 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
The owner's kindness and the power of social media reunited the woman with her son's JROTC uniform.
Updated: Mar. 26, 2023 at 6:36 PM CDT
|By Amaya Ward and Destany Fuller
Members of a local church got together and decided to dedicate their brand new fellowship hall to someone special in the community.
Updated: Mar. 26, 2023 at 6:19 PM CDT
|By Amaya Ward and Destany Fuller
7news weather team celebrates meteorological day aquarium style with activities and stations.
Updated: Mar. 26, 2023 at 6:11 PM CDT
|By Amaya Ward and Destany Fuller
Amtryke recipents had the opportunity to socialize, play games and even get a safety check on their bike.
Updated: Mar. 26, 2023 at 2:53 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
The event is a large fundraiser held by Comanche County Memorial Hospital to help support both children and families of Southwest Oklahoma.
Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 6:34 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
Coach Weston Winters didn't want to celebrate the milestone until some of his coworkers pushed him to.
Updated: Mar. 22, 2023 at 6:24 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
The sudden resignation of Lawton's City manger left the city with the task of finding someone new.
Updated: Mar. 21, 2023 at 6:34 PM CDT
|By Destany Fuller
Duckett has run the fashion shop since 2008 and said it started when she personally noticed a need.
Updated: Mar. 20, 2023 at 10:57 PM CDT
|By Amaya Ward and Destany Fuller
The park's history goes all the back to the 1920s and became very popular along the way.
Updated: Mar. 19, 2023 at 1:10 PM CDT
|By Amaya Ward and Destany Fuller
The goal is to raise money to provide amtrack bikes, ramps, and scholarships.
Updated: Mar. 19, 2023 at 12:58 PM CDT
|By Amaya Ward and Destany Fuller
There were top picks for both new and older cars, each winner received a skateboard deck.
Updated: Mar. 18, 2023 at 10:55 PM CDT
|By Marilyn Cater and Destany Fuller
This course is an additional tool for money management, discipline, and holding yourself accountable.