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Speedway powers on with the 2022 season

News Staff
Sunday, May 22, 2022
LAWTON – Lawton Speedway racing season kept on moving along as IMCA RaceSaver Sprints, USRA Limited modifieds, Factory Stocks, Wingless Limited Sprints, and Mini Stocks took to the track on Saturday, May 14. IMCA RaceSaver Sprints In heat one of the IMCA RaceSaver Sprints, Gary Owens’ No.
Sen. Lonnie Paxton

Sen. Lonnie Paxton

Bill adds new penalties for marijuana diversion

News Staff
Sunday, May 22, 2022
OKLAHOMA CITY – Oklahomans who purchase medical marijuana and then sell it to someone without a medical marijuana card will face increased penalties under a new law sign by Gov. Kevin Stitt last week.
Photo by Lisa Carroll/City of Elgin Animal Shelter

Photo by Lisa Carroll/City of Elgin Animal Shelter

Sister still seeking new home

News Staff
Sunday, May 22, 2022
Elgin Animal Shelter’s longest resident! Sister has spent almost four months seeking a new home, with no luck so far. This one-year-old chocolate lab mix would make a great addition to your farm!
Rep. Daniel Pae

Rep. Daniel Pae

Lawmakers honored with Guardian Award

News Staff
Sunday, May 22, 2022
OKLAHOMA CITY – State Rep. Daniel Pae is adamant in his fight to stop human trafficking in Oklahoma and the United States. Pae (R-Lawton) along with state Sen. Darrell Weaver (R-Moore) were presented the Guardian Award for developing legislation that will continue to thwart human trafficking.
Soldiers enjoy the pool table and other recreation inside the newly opened B.O.S.S. House at Fort Sill. Sgt. Tyler Yount, B.O.S.S. president, said the house is designed to offer single Soldiers a place to decompress and socialize. He said they also focus on volunteer opportunities to connect with the Lawton-Fort Sill community and will soon offer weekly professional development classes. FORT SILL PHOTO

Soldiers enjoy the pool table and other recreation inside the newly opened B.O.S.S. House at Fort Sill. Sgt. Tyler Yount, B.O.S.S. president, said the house is designed to offer single Soldiers a place to decompress and socialize. He said they also focus on volunteer opportunities to connect with the Lawton-Fort Sill community and will soon offer weekly professional development classes. FORT SILL PHOTO

Soldiers unwind at B.O.S.S. House

News Staff
Sunday, May 22, 2022
FORT SILL – The B.O.S.S. House, a new meeting place for the Better Opportunities for Single Soldiers program and a place where Army personnel training at Fort Sill can relax and unwind, opened May 13 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. “It’s a place for Soldiers to get information about B.O.S.S.
Installers from Shane Burk Glass and Mirror install windows to Pink Elephant’s new location. Pink Elephant owner Sara Liles is pleased with the progress as she anticipates the coffee and snow cone spot to open under the new name Lev Coffee later this summer. Photo by Curtis Awbrey

Installers from Shane Burk Glass and Mirror install windows to Pink Elephant’s new location. Pink Elephant owner Sara Liles is pleased with the progress as she anticipates the coffee and snow cone spot to open under the new name Lev Coffee later this summer. Photo by Curtis Awbrey

Coffee shop to reopen at new site, with new name

News Staff
Sunday, May 22, 2022
ELGIN – When the Pink Elephant coffee shop reopens this summer, owners Sarah and Tim Lile will welcome customers under a new name that reflects their faith. The new name, Sarah said, will be Lev Coffee, which when translated means heart in Hebrew.
The grand prize: a 2022 Spartan Zero-Turn mower, weed eater, and trailer valued at $11,000.Photos provided by Sterling Volunteer Fire Department

The grand prize: a 2022 Spartan Zero-Turn mower, weed eater, and trailer valued at $11,000.Photos provided by Sterling Volunteer Fire Department

Sterling VFD to hold BBQ, announce raffle winners

Curtis Awbrey
Sunday, May 22, 2022
STERLING – During its 3rd annual barbeque this Sunday, Sterling Volunteer Fire Department will announce the winners from this year’s raffle. The grand prize: a 2022 Spartan Zero-Turn mower, weed eater, and trailer. Second place receives $1,000 cash.
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