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It’s Friday, Lawton! Let’s finish this week strong.
In today’s can’t-miss-weekend-plans edition: Affordable heartland adventures, a pint-sized pup named Rigatoni, and spring portraits with live bunnies + a stacked lineup of events this weekend.
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📰 In the news
Affordable heartland adventures await: A new story spotlights Lawton as the Gateway to the Wichitas, with views, Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, and museums like the Museum of the Great Plains and Comanche cultural exhibits — read the full story.
Pint-sized pup steals hearts: On February 27, 7News’ Furry Friend Friday featured Rigatoni, a 2-month-old American Staffordshire terrier from Lawton Animal Welfare in Lawton, with an $80.50 contract required for adoption — read the full story.
Recognition spans dozens of districts: Students from Cache, Chickasha, Grandfield and Elk City were named 2026 Academic All-State honorees. For the first time since 2008, a first-time school had two students. Awards on May 2 — see who’s being honored.
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:
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💎 Local business spotlight
Spark your inner maker: A Pigment of Your Imagination is Lawton’s spot for low-stress creativity, from pottery painting and canvas sessions to glass fusing and the pottery wheel. With a friend or the kids, guests pick a project and head home this week with something shelf-worthy.
Seafood night, sorted: Seafood Party serves Cajun-leaning boiling seafood that hits the spot, with generous platters, bold flavors, and zero pretense. It’s the low-effort, high-reward dinner that turns any weeknight into a mini celebration, whether you’re craving crab, shrimp, or all the fixings.
Deck dreams, unlocked: Clay’s Services Inc.builds sturdy, code-ready decks in Lawton, handling permits, footings, and design while you pick the vibe: composite, cedar, or PVC… poolside or porch. Warmer evenings are calling, so let that hangout spot get real with a deck that fits your life.
These aren’t ads or sponsored placements, just some cool nearby spots we think are worth a visit.
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🫶 We got your back
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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 →
Thinning hair? Don’t treat the wrong thing: When my ponytail started thinning, I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, sprays, etc.) and not one of them lasted. Turns out, most products target the strand, not the follicle… and that’s the whole problem. Once follicles go dormant, they need targeted help to come back. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn about my favorites here →
Six figures you can’t spend: Most homeowners over 50 have spent years dutifully paying their mortgage, assuming the only time it’ll pay off is when they sell. I thought the same thing until I discovered you can tap into the equity you’ve earned whenever you want (without leaving your home). Overdue for a new roof? Want to build your dream bathroom? There are two ways to turn equity into usable cash →
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📆 Around town this weekend
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🏷 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.
🎨 Acrylic Pour on Chunky Wood @ Pinspiration | Friday (3/13) at 12:00 PM – Skip the fridge doodles and let the kids make a spring-ready acrylic pour on chunky wood, no brushes, no rules, all supplies included. Come and go all day, pick the colors, get guided help, and leave with a bold keepsake you’ll actually display.
🎨 Sip & Paint @ A Pigment of Your Imagination, L.L.C. | Friday (3/13) at 6:00 PM – Sip good wine, call your brushstrokes art, and feel virtuous, because this paint night backs CASA. Bring your crew for real food, creative fun, and zero pressure, and every ticket helps give local kids a voice, so grab yours before the cheese plate disappears.
🐰 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.
🔬 STEM Saturday @ FISTA STEM Lab & Makerspace | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – FISTA’s STEM Saturday is turning the makerspace into a kid-powered lab with come-and-go projects in science, tech, engineering, and math. Free for students, easy for parents and grandparents, downtown. Drop in, let the kids or grandkids tinker, you supervise with coffee, then claim credit.
🍎 A Way to Wellness @ Lawton Farmers Market | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Whether you’re dodging diabetes and heart hassles, eyeing extra pep, or just want another reason to buy veggies, this free 8-week workshop at the Lawton Farmers Market is legit. Expect hands-on tips, support to drop a few pounds, and a $10 market bonus each week.
🌶 Valley View VFD Annual Chili Dinner Fundraiser @ Valley View Volunteer Fire Department | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – Valley View VFD is dishing their annual chili dinner fundraiser, so come eat for a cause and help keep the trucks rolling. Expect hearty bowls, neighborly banter, and raffle prizes. Bring your appetite, a few bucks, and maybe a Tums, just in case.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Lawton report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 77°F – Low: 45°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 77. East wind 6 to 10 mph. Later: Clear, with a low around 45. East southeast wind 5 to 9 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 58°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 84. South southeast wind 3 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 58.
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