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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Blaine County receive in 2021?

By SW Oklahoma News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms in Blaine County received $16,674,546 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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The state of taxpayer-funded farm subsidies in cities associated with Tillman County in 2021

By SW Oklahoma News | Feb 28, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Tillman County received $8.2 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Comanche County farmers in 2021 reached $7,610,272

By SW Oklahoma News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms in Comanche County received $7,610,272 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Did farm subsidies in cities associated with Washita County rise or fall in 2021?

By SW Oklahoma News | Feb 27, 2024

Farms throughout cities in Washita County received $8.9 million less in subsidies in 2021 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture compared to the year before.

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How much did farmers in Washita County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By SW Oklahoma News | Feb 26, 2024

Farms in Washita County received $14,088,146 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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4,427 Custer County farmers received agricultural subsidies in 2021

By SW Oklahoma News | Feb 25, 2024

Farms in Custer County received $14,122,562 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much in taxpayer-funded subsidies did farmers in Caddo County receive in 2021?

By SW Oklahoma News | Feb 24, 2024

Farms in Caddo County received $20,281,687 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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Taxpayer-funded subsidies offered to Jackson County farmers in 2021 reached $22,809,271

By SW Oklahoma News | Feb 23, 2024

Farms in Jackson County received $22,809,271 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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How much did farmers in Jefferson County receive in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021?

By SW Oklahoma News | Feb 22, 2024

Farms in Jefferson County received $3,034,299 in taxpayer-funded subsidies in 2021, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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June Citizen of the Month: Desirae Schneider

By SW Oklahoma News Report | Jul 3, 2023

During Tuesday’s City Council meeting, Mayor Stan Booker and representatives from the Mayor’s Commission on the Status of Women recognized Desirae Schneider as Citizen of the Month for June 2023.

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Lawton Fire Department conducts rescue boat training at Lake Helen

By SW Oklahoma News Report | Jul 2, 2023

The Lawton Fire Department engaged in rescue boat training at Lake Helen, located in Elmer Thomas Park, today.

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Anthony Garibay earns Firefighter of the Year

By SW Oklahoma News Report | Jul 1, 2023

Deputy Fire Marshal Anthony Garibay has been named Firefighter of the Year at the Heroes in the Heartland, Oklahoma's Premier First Responder Conference.

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Dedicated employees clear storm debris in Lawton

By SW Oklahoma News Report | Jun 23, 2023

Justen Clark and Chance Neighbors volunteered during their free time to clear storm debris in Lawton on June 16 and 17.

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Be an International Festival Vendor, Performer, or Volunteer HERE!

By SW Oklahoma News Report | Jun 22, 2023

Preparations for the 44th Annual International Festival are already underway.

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City Council adopts new budget, approving changes to pay scale

By SW Oklahoma News Report | Jun 17, 2023

On June 13, 2023, City Council adopted a new budget for the fiscal year 2023-2024.

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LPD Officers recognized with Medal of Valor and Purple Heart

By SW Oklahoma News Report | Jun 16, 2023

During Tuesday's City Council meeting, Chief James Smith of the Lawton Police Department highlighted two officers, Lieutenant John Bordelon and Sergeant Collin Ney, for their involvement in a high-speed chase in January 2022.

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Women Veterans Day

By SW Oklahoma News Report | Jun 14, 2023

On June 12, 1948, women achieved a significant milestone as the U.S. armed forces officially granted them the right to serve as regular and permanent members.

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City of Lawton celebrates employees and retirees at Service Awards Banquet

By SW Oklahoma News Report | Jun 11, 2023

On June 8, 2023, the annual Service Awards Banquet honoring the dedication and accomplishments of employees and retirees took place, hosted by the City of Lawton's Human Resources Department.

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Lawton community centers host LPS Summer Feeding Program

By SW Oklahoma News Report | Jun 10, 2023

With school out for summer, the Lawton Public Schools Feeding Program has started.

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June recognized as Garver's STEM Education Month

By SW Oklahoma News Report | May 28, 2023

During Tuesday's City Council meeting, Mayor Stan Booker presented a proclamation to Garver Engineering Firm, recognizing June as Garver's STEM Education Month. Garver's Regional Water Director, Mary Elizabeth Mach, accepted the proclamation.