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Funeral held for veteran with no known family
You're invited to a funeral for a retired Air Force Veteran without any family. Funeral services for Veilleux will be Tuesday morning at 10, at the Lowell-Tims Funeral Home in Altus.
Oklahoma veterans group opposes bill that would create‘Make America Great Again’ license plates
The Veterans of Foreign Wars Department of Oklahoma is voicing their opposition for a bill that would allow drivers to put a “Make America Great Again” or “Keep American Great” license plate on their vehicles.
Air Defense Artillery looking for Warrant Officers
They are asking for people who are currently serving in the armed forces to apply for the position.
Welcoming ceremony held on Fort Sill for new Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army
A welcoming ceremony was held at Fort Sill Monday afternoon for the new Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army.
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Local groups honoring veterans laid to rest around southwest Oklahoma
Groups all around Southwest Oklahoma are honoring veterans laid to rest by placing wreaths in cemeteries.
Fort Sill’s Toys For Kids wraps up
The toys all came from donations and sponsors, with the 75th Brigade donating 150 toys Friday morning alone.
Fort Sill Family and Morale Welfare and Recreation gets new director
7News got to speak to the new director of Family and Morale Welfare and Recreation on Fort Sill.
Man facing charges after crashing car through Fort Sill fence
A man is facing charges for damaging government property after driving his car through a Fort Sill fence near 52nd and Rogers Lane. Officials with Fort Sill say they believe the crash may have been medically related.
77th Army Band holds annual Christmas concert
The 77th Army Band brought some festive music to the holiday season with their annual Christmas concert.
Fort Sill begins Toys for Kids program
The program helps Active Duty Soldiers who are ranked E4 and below during the holiday season.
Fort Sill holds Instructor and Developer of the Year awards
13 people were recognized at an awards assembly on Fort Sill Monday afternoon.
Sergeant Major of the Army spends day at Fort Sill
The Sergeant Major of the Army spent the day at Fort Sill.
Local students given congressional nomination for entry to prestigious military academies
Three local students have been given a congressional nomination for some of the nation's most prestigious military academies.
Fort Sill soldiers learn about St. Barbara
Soldiers on Fort Sill were educated on the patron saint of the field artillery.
Fort Sill looking for families for ‘Adopt A Soldier’ program
Fort Sill is still looking for families to let basic trainees spend Christmas Day with them through the Adopt A Soldier for Christmas program.
Hundreds of pounds of food made for Fort Sill Thanksgiving feast
A Thanksgiving feast was held at Fort Sill Wednesday.
Lawton-Fort Sill Veteran’s Center unveils monument
When you're driving by the Lawton Fort Sill Veterans' Center you might notice a new addition outside.
Patriot Spouses’ Club hosts annual Fort Sill Historic Tour of Homes
The Patriot Spouses' Club's annual Fort Sill Historic Tour of Homes will be December 13th.
Airmen killed in Oklahoma Air Force base crash identified
Two U.S. Air Force airmen killed in a training jet crash at Vance Air Force Base in northwestern Oklahoma have been identified as an instructor and a student pilot.
Fort Sill celebrates National Native American Heritage Month
Fort Sill celebrated National Native American Heritage Month Thursday.
Fort Sill hosts Education Center Open House
Eight universities took part in an event on Fort Sill Thursday to help people prepare for their futures.
Altus first public school in America to get new Air Force STEM flight simulators
Altus Public Schools partnered with the Air Force to unveil three flight simulators unlike anything at any public school in America.
Two airmen killed in ‘mishap’ at Vance Air Force Base in Enid, Okla.
Officials say two airmen were killed in a training "mishap" on Thursday morning at Vance Air Force Base in Enid.
Fort Sill Field Artillery plays basketball match against Air Defense Artillery
Fort Sill's Field Artillery basketball match against the Air Defense Artillery
Experts from around the world meet on Fort Sill to talk new program
An international meeting took place on Fort Sill Wednesday.
Air Defense Artillery Chief changes hands
Chief Warrant Officer Eric Maule is retiring, and Mitchell C. Brown was chosen by a panel to take his spot after a month-long interview process.
Basic officer course field artillery students take place in Fort Sill live fire training exercise
Basic officer course field artillery students took part in a live fire training exercise Tuesday at Fort Sill.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program holds pinning ceremony at Lawton City Hall
The City of Lawton honored local veterans who dedicate their time to community service.
Fort Sill soldier in Wichita County Jail, charged with coercion and enticement
A Fort Sill soldier is being held in the Wichita County Jail in Texas after being arrested by authorities from Sheppard Air Force Base.
Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce holds lunch and learn for veterans
The Lawton Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce held a lunch and learn event for veterans Friday.
Gold Star Families Memorial Highway unveiled
You can see the Gold Star Families Memorial Highway heading west out of Elgin going toward the Fort Sill National Cemetery on U-S 277.
Local veteran working to open homeless veterans center
A local veteran is working to open a homeless veterans center in Waurika.
Lawton man chosen to serve as Civilian Aide to the Secretary of the Army
A Lawton man has been chosen to represent Oklahoma for the Secretary of the Army.
2nd Battalion, 2nd Field Artillery takes part in cold load and elevator training on Fort Sill
The 2nd Battalion, 2nd Field Artillery took part in cold load and elevator training Thursday.
VFW Post 1193 asking for your help bringing holiday cheer to Lawton-Fort Sill VA Center
VFW Post 1193 is working to make sure every Veteran at the Lawton Fort Sill VA Center celebrates the holiday season.
8th annual recognition banquet for Lawton-Fort Sill Fires Chapter of AUSA coming up in Lawton
The Apache Casino Ballroom will play host for the 8th annual reception and recognition banquet for the Lawton Fort Sill Fires Chapter of the Association of the US Army.
Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber of Commerce hosting Gold Star family highway dedication
The ceremony to unveil the new highway signage dedicated to the Gold Star families in the community will be November 15th from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Lawton-Fort Sill Chamber.
Fort Sill Education Center celebrates American Education Week
The Fort Sill Education Center will celebrate American Education Week, November 18th through the 22nd.
Local organizations place wreaths in honor of those who served
Representatives from several local veteran organizations took part in a Veterans Day ceremony at Sunset Memorial Gardens Monday afternoon.
Cameron hosts speakers for Veterans Day
It started with a free meal for active duty military and veterans and then, Cameron's ROTC unit posted the colors to start a Veterans Day ceremony.
Comanche County Veterans Council holds Veterans Day ceremony
The Comanche County Veterans Council held a ceremony Monday to honor those who served our country.
Cameron wraps up Veterans Resource Fair
Representatives from 29 different organizations were on campus, connecting with veterans, service members and their dependents.
Grandfield 4-H students honor veterans
Members of Grandfield 4-H honored veterans Wednesday.
Altus Air Force Base unveils new Boom Instructor Platform
Altus Air Force Base has unveiled a brand new Boom Instructor Platform.
In Studio: Fort Sill Commanding General Major General Wilson Shoffner
The Commanding General of Fort Sill, Major General Wilson Shoffner, joins Monte and Caitlin in studio to talk about the latest going on on post.
Wreaths Across America accepting orders for wreaths
Coming up next month, wreaths will be laid on the graves of local fallen veterans and you can help.
Second Fort Sill poaching incident under investigation
Officials say a deer was poached about a week ago.
STEM Centers of Innovation planned for military children
The Boys and Girls Club of America and Raytheon are partnering up to bring what's called the STEM Centers of Innovation to Fort Sill.
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors helps families of fallen service members get education
Families of fallen service members know more about the educational opportunities available to them thanks to a national organization.
Survivor Outreach Services hosts annual Fort Sill Gold Star family tea party
Gold Star families were invited out to an annual tea party.
Local groups come together to help Lawton/Fort Sill homeless vets
Several groups joined forces Friday to help homeless veterans in the Lawton/Fort Sill community.
Fort Sill military members get LinkedIn advice
2018's LinkedIn top voice helped people perfect their profiles and their job search.
Fort Sill staff sergeant trains for ultramarathon
A staff sergeant and boxer from Fort Sill is preparing to run a more than 100-mile ultramarathon in Oklahoma City.
Fort Sill Long Range Precision Fires Commander promoted to brigadier general
The Long Range Precision Fires Commander on Fort Sill has a new rank.
Cameron hosts students interested in Junior ROTC
Cameron University's Department of Military Science hosted area high school students interested in getting involved in Junior ROTC.
Garrison command sergeant major change of responsibility ceremony held on Fort sill
A Garrison command sergeant major change of responsibility ceremony was held Friday morning at Fort Sill in front of Taylor Hall.
Public invited to funeral for Altus veteran with no living family
Lowell-Tims Funeral Home and the VFW in Altus are holding a celebration of life for a veteran without any living friends or family.
Mother of soldier killed in Lawton shooting pleads for help
The mother of a Fort Sill soldier, who was shot and killed outside a Lawton bar, is pleading for answers in her son’s murder.
Fort Sill hosts civilian medical tour
New soldiers entering the Army from the civilian medical side got the chance to learn about military history Wednesday on Fort Sill.
Fort Sill says goodbye to commanding general of Field Artillery National Guard, welcomes replacement
Fort Sill held a combined farewell ceremony for Brigadier General Russell Johnson and welcome ceremony for Brigadier General Thomas Spencer this morning at McNair Hall.
Fort Sill Fire Department conducts hazmat training
A hazardous materials or hazmat response is critical for fire departments, and this week the Fort Sill Fire Department is conducting their hazmat training.
BAE Systems complete expansion
An expansion for a company in Elgin that makes combat vehicles for the Army is finished.