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Hello Lawton! Hope your coffee tastes especially good this morning. 

In today’s bring-the-kiddos edition: Data center zoning cap vote, prescribed burns at Wichita Mountains, and spring portraits with live bunnies + excuses to get the fam out and about this week.

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📰 In the news

Tense vote reshapes development: On Feb. 25, a divided Lawton City Council passed a data center zoning ordinance capping automatic zoning at two megawatts and requiring two public hearings, amid concerns about water use — get all the ordinance details.

Access and views affected: Prescribed burns at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge are planned over the coming weeks, with possible smoke, temporary lane closures, and noticeable landscape changes for Lawton-area visitors — learn what to expect.

Year-round events for students: Applications are open now for free STEM academies at 12 Oklahoma colleges, including Cameron University in Lawton. High schoolers can join the NanoExplorers program this summer. Space is limited — get all the details.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

Highlights this week:

• Jam at St. Patrick’s open mic
• Design a piece for Tiny Art Show
• Create fused glass flower dish
• Unlock clinical-level wellness data from home

💎 Local business spotlight

Pie day, any day: Whether you’re planning Sunday dessert or craving an emergency slice, Heritage Farm & Ranch Market bakes homestyle pies, cheesecakes, quick breads, and legit bagels with local ingredients that taste like someone actually cares. Perfect for a midweek pie moment.

Brighten your week: From everyday pick-me-ups to big life moments, Scott’s House of Flowers creates arrangements that feel personal, with seasonal color, thoughtful textures, and no grocery-store vibes. Ideal for a friend, your entryway, or simply because the counter deserves something lovely.

Clip in close to home: If you’re craving movement on real holds, the rock climbing wall at FIRES Fitness Center keeps it low-pressure and fun, ideal for mixing up your routine with a quick after-work session or a weekend sweat before brunch.

These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.

🫶 We got your back

Your data is for sale right now: There are over 400 websites selling your info to marketers, political campaigns, and scammers. They’ve got your phone number, home address, relatives’ names… you name it. That’s how robocallers seem to know everything about you before you pick up. You can remove your info one site at a time, or pay a service to do it for you. Here’s what we recommend →

Why your last diet didn’t work: Sustained weight loss is nearly impossible with diet alone. Your body literally fights back by making you hungrier the moment you start restricting calories. That’s why more doctors are recommending GLP-1s. The best part? Getting them has never been easier. We compared three programs to help you find the right fit. See which ones stood out →

What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Check out my favorite online options →

📆 Fun for the whole fam

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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.

📦 Cardboard Marble Run @ Lawton Public Library | Thursday (3/12) at 5:00 PM – Let the kids turn your recycling habit into science at a hands-on marble run workshop. Ages 8 to 14 will design, test, and tweak cardboard contraptions to keep marbles rolling while exploring motion, momentum, and the fine art of patience.

🏷 Garage, Antiques, and Collectibles Sale @ Comanche County Fairgrounds | Friday (3/13) at 8:00 AM – If you’ve been itching to dig for treasure, Lawton’s largest garage, antiques, and collectibles sale is back, bigger and in The Annex. Hundreds of booths, great deals, and five bucks to get in, or bring a buddy for eight. Kids free, trunk space recommended.

🎨 Caregiver & Me: Creations @ Amethyst & Ink Books | Friday (3/13) at 10:00 AM – If quality time means gluey fingers and a good story, this cozy Caregiver & Me class at Amethyst & Ink Books is your new Friday ritual. Simple, guided projects, art for them and a coffee break for you, limited spots, register ahead, $10.

🐰 Spring Portraits with Live Bunnies @ Scott’s House of Flowers | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Pop into Scott’s House of Flowers in Lawton for spring portraits with real bunnies, no appointment, no session fee, just stroll into the greenhouse. They’ll shoot, you’ll proof on site, and order prints or digitals as you like. The kids cooperate, miraculously.

🎨 Rock Painting @ Lawton Public Library | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Trade screen time for rock time with Lawton Rocks, a low-key, family-friendly paint-and-hide adventure. They bring the supplies, you bring your questionable artistry, then sprinkle your masterpieces around town and hunt for others. Simple, wholesome, and sneakily addictive community fun.

🐾 Adoption Event @ PetSmart | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Thinking about adding a coworker to your home office who naps, sheds, and thinks you’re brilliant? Fishy’s Friends is popping up at PetSmart in Lawton with adoptable pups, every personality and cuddle level covered. Swing by, meet the candidates, and fall for your new roommate.

🚗 Saturday Night Lights Car Show @ Cache Road Square | Saturday (3/14) at 7:00 PM – Sunset hits, and the parking lot turns into a light show at Cache Road Square. C3 is kicking off car show season with a Top 10, judging your glow, shine, and questionable underglow decisions. Roll in after dinner, flex the lights, and stick around for awards.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

📻 Lawton report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 67°F – Low: 35°F – Precip: 3%

Sunny, with a high near 67. West northwest wind 6 to 32 mph, with gusts as high as 48 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 35. North northeast wind 3 to 24 mph, with gusts as high as 37 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 65°F – Low: 43°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 65. West northwest wind 1 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 43. South wind 8 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.

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