Jari Askins has been appointed as the Interim City Attorney for Lawton, bringing her vast experience in Oklahoma politics to the role while the city searches for a permanent appointee.

Rep. Trish Ranson led a study to create an Early Childhood Department in Oklahoma, drawing on success stories from other states and addressing local health crises.

The Oklahoma Legislative Latino Caucus will host a Youth Leadership Summit on November 8th, 2025, to foster leadership skills among high school students.

Tulsa Police showcased various units at ORU's Criminal Justice Day, creating a forum for community engagement and encouraging students to consider law enforcement careers.

The City of Lawton is conducting "No Cart November" to collect abandoned shopping carts, with citizens able to discard carts during bulk waste pickup without extra charge. Unclaimed carts will be scrapped after January.

The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office in Oklahoma recommends using good lighting as a safety measure to reduce crime, advising residents to ensure outdoor lights are functioning and considering motion-activated lights to deter suspicious activity.

The Cleveland County Sheriff's Office highlighted community engagement and safety at a local event in Brookhaven Park, emphasizing crime prevention tips.

Brookhaven Park hosted a community event with bounce houses and food trucks, attended by families, neighbors, and law enforcement, who offered safety tips and engaged in community building.

Community leaders in Tulsa are set to host a 'Community Conversations' event on October 21, focusing on "Children, Youth and Family Outcomes" to foster dialogue between citizens and officials.

H2Oklahoma returns on March 24, 2026, at Ruby Grant Park in Norman, offering water education to fourth graders through activities and demonstrations. Sign-up is required by December 1, 2025.

Lawton, Oklahoma proclaimed October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, focusing on the importance of early detection and education to combat the disease.

Lawton celebrates the one-year success of Stream Clean Saturday, removing over 7,000 pounds of debris from local waterways. The community is invited to clean Numu Creek on October 18.

Oklahoma City's article offers guidance on proper recycling practices, emphasizing quality over quantity and cleanliness of items. Specific recyclable plastics are identified by location, such as bottles in kitchens and bath products in bathrooms.