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Women’s History Month has highlighted the vital role of women in American history since 1981,...

Women’s History Month: Highlighting women in law enforcement

Updated: 22 hours ago
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By Diamond Hubbard
Women’s History Month has highlighted the vital role of women in American history since 1981, and today we continue that tradition by spotlighting women in law enforcement, right here in Lawton.

Good News

Roger the Airport Cat has found a furever home.

Roger the Airport Cat gets furever home

Updated: 23 hours ago
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By Jarred Burk and Alex Rosa-Figueroa
Roger was found abandoned at the Will Rogers Airport in Oklahoma City.

70th Anniversary

Omar Villafranca worked as a reporter and weekend anchor in 2003-2004.

70th ANNIVERSARY: CBS News’ Omar Villafranca remembers starting his career at KSWO

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Alexis Young
Tonight, we turn our focus to Omar Villafranca who was a trailblazing anchor and reporter.

Entertainment

After Hours with Cade Episode 5: Kane Kuhtti

After Hours with Cade Episode 5: Kane Kuhtti

Updated: Mar. 19, 2023 at 5:48 AM CDT
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By Cade Taylor
On After Hours with Cade, we sit with local artists to discuss Lawton and Southwest Oklahoma’s impact on their career and how it’s helped shape their artistry.

Good News

Lawton native amazes American Idol judges

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 6:48 PM CDT
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By Cade Taylor
PJAE's full audition can be seen on American Idol on Sunday, March 19.

70th Anniversary

70th ANNIVERSARY: The Legendary Tom Charles tells us about his time at KSWO

Updated: Mar. 17, 2023 at 6:30 PM CDT
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By Jarred Burk, Haley Wilson and Seth Marsicano
“I don’t want to be on camera. I’m scared to be on camera.” Those are the words Charles told his friend who hired him at KSWO just days before he started a 40+ year career on the air.

70th Anniversary

70th ANNIVERSARY: Don Armes went from morning ag reporter at KSWO to State Legislator

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 6:30 PM CDT
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By Jarred Burk and Justin Stevens
As we continue our look back at the past 70 years, we are visiting with some of our more familiar faces to find out where they are now.

Local News

580 RollerGirls prepare for first game of the season

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 4:58 PM CDT
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By Cade Taylor
The 580 RollerGirls' first game will be at 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 18.

70th Anniversary

70th ANNIVERSARY: Sylvia Corkill sends message of congratulations to KSWO

Updated: Mar. 16, 2023 at 4:41 PM CDT
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By Jarred Burk
Sylvia spent her early journalist years here with with us at KSWO after growing up in Lawton and graduating from Cameron University.

70th Anniversary

70th anniversary: Neely Tsoodle reflects on her time at KSWO

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 6:52 PM CDT
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By Haley Wilson
Neely Tsoodle, a former reporter and anchor, spoke to 7NEWS about the impact the station made on her and the one she made on the station.
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Local News

Boys and Girls Club kicks off Adopt-A-Child campaign

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 6:20 PM CDT
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By Diamond Hubbard
The Adopt a Child campaign at the boys and girls club in Lawton is now underway. Jacobi Crowley, the executive director of the club, said this fundraiser is to help as many children as possible have a successful future.

Military

Wednesdays with Fort Sill: St. Patrick’s Day events

Updated: Mar. 15, 2023 at 4:52 PM CDT
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By Cade Taylor
Fort Sill's celebrations for St. Patrick's Day will take place Friday, March 17, and Saturday, March 18.

70th Anniversary

70th ANNIVERSARY: Andy Wallace remembers his time at KSWO

Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 6:30 PM CDT
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By Jarred Burk
Tonight, we turn our focus to the weather team and one of KSWO’s most famous meteorologist, Andy Wallace.

Local News

Trykes and Tread Car Show coming soon

Updated: Mar. 14, 2023 at 4:30 PM CDT
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By Jarred Burk
The Mountain Metro AMBUCS’ annual Trykes n Tread Car Show allows the non-profit organization to purchase and provide Amtryke’s to those with mobility limitations

Local News

Monday with the Mayor: Stan Booker provides updates on city manager search and more

Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 7:08 PM CDT
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By Cade Taylor
Mayor Stan Booker joins 7News in-studio every 2nd Monday of the month.

Local News

Oklahoma Historical Society travel contest

Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 6:21 PM CDT
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By Diamond Hubbard
The Oklahoma Historical Society is sponsoring a travel contest and you won’t need to leave the state to have fun in this adventure. All you have to do is visit museums and historic sites around Oklahoma.

70th Anniversary

70th ANNIVERSARY: Matt Barrie and Randy Scott of ESPN started here at KSWO

Updated: Mar. 13, 2023 at 6:08 PM CDT
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By Kyle Weatherly
Matt Barrie and Randy Scott are two of ESPN’s brightest stars. But before they were shining on Sportscenter… they were honing their skills right here at KSWO.

70th Anniversary

70th ANNIVERSARY: Emily Seed sends along a message to celebrate KSWO’s anniversary

Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 6:30 PM CST
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By Jarred Burk
Emily served several roles here at KSWO during her time in Lawton

Pet of The Week

Furry Friend Friday: Husky/Shepherd Mix

Updated: Mar. 10, 2023 at 4:55 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Roy Rodrick, the Lawton Animal Welfare Superintendent, introduced the 7News team to a 4-month-old male Husky/Shepherd mix named Lucky.

Local News

Lost wallet returned after 25 years

Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 6:25 PM CST
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By Diamond Hubbard
Can you imagine losing something a long time ago and now finding it? Well, this has happened to a Lawton resident who lost his wallet 25 years ago.

Local News

Diamondback Harley-Davidson to host chili cook-off and swap meet fundraiser

Updated: Mar. 9, 2023 at 6:03 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Diamondback Harley-Davidson's chili cook-off and swap meet will take place on Saturday, March 11.

Local News

WEDNESDAY WITH FORT SILL: Several events will be happening on post

Updated: Mar. 8, 2023 at 5:52 PM CST
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By Jarred Burk
Officials with Fort Sill joined us to discuss a number of upcoming events on Fort Sill.

Local News

Cameron University to host annual Red River Career Expo

Updated: Mar. 7, 2023 at 5:43 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Cameron University's Red River Career Expo will take place on Thursday, March 9.

Local News

Annual Pinkalicious: The Musical premiering this week

Updated: Mar. 6, 2023 at 5:37 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Pinkalicious: The Musical will take place on Thursday, March 9.

Education

Comanche Academy Charter students celebrate meeting reading goal with a pizza party

Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 7:09 PM CST
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By Kevin Haggenmiller and Cade Taylor
Mark Woomavoyah, the chairman of the Comanche Nation put students to the test at the Comanche Academy Charter School.

Pet of The Week

Furry Friend Friday: Heeler/Shepherd Mix

Updated: Mar. 3, 2023 at 4:43 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Roy Rodrick, the Lawton Animal Welfare Superintendent, introduced the 7News team to a 3-month-old male Heeler/Shephard mix who was picked up as a stray.

Local News

Lawton Public Library hosting spring break STEAM camp and more during March

Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 5:07 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
The Lawton Public Library’s events for March include a spring break camp, a mini-golf event, and much more.

News

Altus museum featured in Oklahoma Historical Society travel contest

Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 5:01 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Oklahoma Historical Society’s travel contest is taking place from March 1 to March 31.

Education

Oklahoma Teacher of the Year announced

Updated: Mar. 2, 2023 at 1:43 PM CST
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By Kevin Haggenmiller and Cade Taylor
Scott Smith, the advanced art instructor at the Life Ready Center, was 1 of 12 finalists in this year’s competition.

Crime

Crime prevention: ‘Believe it or not, the easiest way is to make sure your car is locked.’

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 7:05 PM CST
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By Haley Wilson
As we enter the month of March, we spoke with the Lawton Police Department about how you can prevent thieves from stealing stuff from your car.

Military

Wednesdays with Fort Sill: Army Emergency Relief Campaign

Updated: Mar. 1, 2023 at 4:51 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Fort Sill's Army Emergency Relief (AER) Campaign runs from March 1 to May 15.

State

Autism Foundation of Oklahoma visiting Comanche County for new program

Updated: Feb. 27, 2023 at 6:00 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
The Autism Foundation of Oklahoma's newest program, On the Road with AFO, kicks off in Comanche County on Tuesday, February 28.

Education

Elementary donates to Gabriel’s House in honor of annual community project

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 7:42 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Horace Mann Elementary in Duncan sought to spread kindness during National Random Acts of Kindness Week with their annual community project.

Local News

Annual Arts for All Luncheon held at Apache Casino

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 7:33 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor and Kevin Haggenmiller
This year’s Arts for All Festival will occur from May 12 to May 14 at Shepler Park.

Local News

Lawton city manager releases statement on refinery approval

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 7:23 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor and Kevin Haggenmiller
Lawton City manager, Michael Cleghorn, released a statement on Friday about the approval of Westwin Elements, commending the Mayor, City Council, and others for building a more, “prosperous community together.”

Pet of The Week

Furry Friend Friday: Corgi Mix

Updated: Feb. 24, 2023 at 5:06 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Roy Rodrick, the Lawton Animal Welfare Superintendent, introduced the 7News team to a 5-month-old male Corgi mix named Panda, who was turned over to Lawton Animal Welfare via owner release.

Education

Cameron University’s “Monster of a Season” continues with their production of “She Kills Monsters”

Updated: Feb. 23, 2023 at 5:20 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
"She Kills Monsters" will run from Thursday, February 23, to Sunday, February 26.

Education

Cameron University announces winners of their fourth annual Student Art Competition

Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 6:16 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Winners from Cameron University's Fourth Annual Student Art Competition will be on display in the Art Teaching Gallery until March 2.

Military

Wednesdays with Fort Sill: Buffalo Soldiers Run

Updated: Feb. 22, 2023 at 5:21 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
The Buffalo Soldiers Run will take place at 9 a.m. on Saturday, February 25.

Local News

In honor of Black History Month highlighting Lawton’s first Black Chief of Police

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 6:22 PM CST
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By Diamond Hubbard
In honor of Black History Month we are highlighting local black influencers, who are still making history. James Smith is the City of Lawton's first Black police chief.

Education

LPS’ Project Aware to host “I heart my heart” community mental health event

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 5:30 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Lawton Public Schools' Project Aware organization will hold its "I heart my heart" event on Thursday, February 23.

Local

TODAY IN OKLA. HISTORY: Rue McClanahan is born in Healdton

Updated: Feb. 21, 2023 at 4:40 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor and Jarred Burk
Her most prominent role was as Blanche Devereaux on The Golden Girls.

Local News

Local Black History Month events come to an end with NAACP stamp unveiling, jazz performance, and more

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 5:25 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Local events for Black History Month come to an end with an NAACP stamp unveiling, jazz performance, and more.

Good News

Lawton resident now a millionaire thanks to lottery scratcher

Updated: Feb. 20, 2023 at 5:02 PM CST
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By Jarred Burk
Oklahoma Lottery officials said her winning “Grand Fortune” scratcher was purchased at the EZ GO on west Cache Road.

Entertainment

After Hours with Cade Episode 4: Jvmvr Rashad

Updated: Feb. 19, 2023 at 5:50 AM CST
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By Cade Taylor
On After Hours with Cade, we sit with local artists to discuss Lawton and Southwest Oklahoma’s impact on their career and how it’s helped shape their artistry.

Local News

Lawton City Council unanimously vote NO on general business licensing

Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 6:50 PM CST
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By Diamond Hubbard
Lawton City Council members unanimously voted to not require general business licenses.

Pet of The Week

Furry Friend Friday: Shepherd Mix

Updated: Feb. 17, 2023 at 4:48 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Roy Rodrick, the Lawton Animal Welfare Superintendent, introduced the 7News team to a 2-year-old Shepherd mix turned over to Lawton Animal Welfare as a stray.

Local News

Lawton Public Schools to host Community Black History Program Observance Service and more for continuing Black History Month events

Updated: Feb. 16, 2023 at 4:51 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Lawton Public Schools' list of events for Black History Month continues with an observance service, read-a-thon, and more.

Military

Wednesdays with Fort Sill: MWR Flash Sale

Updated: Feb. 15, 2023 at 4:54 PM CST
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By Cade Taylor
Fort Sill's MWR Flash Sale is currently taking place and will go until Friday, February 17.

Local News

Lawton City Council approves $7M bidding process on renovations to McMahon Auditorium

Updated: Feb. 14, 2023 at 10:14 PM CST
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By Diamond Hubbard
Lawton City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to start the bidding process to renovate the McMahon Auditorium. It’s expected to cost seven million dollars.
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