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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 2007
Page
1
Oklahoma State and Texas played a high scoring slug fest in a Big 12 battle. The game produced a flurry of scoring and momentum shifts as both teams battled for supremacy.
A recent ice storm stressed backyard trees and raised safety questions about chainsaw handling. The article discusses proper tools, PPE, cutting techniques, and precautions to reduce injury risk for homeowners.
Oklahoma former governor Keating decides against pursuing a presidential bid, signaling he will not seek the White House. The article notes timing uncertainties and political implications as the 6A page story unfolds.
A nationwide push is underway in electoral politics that could alter the way elections are decided. The effort centers on reform proposals and potential shifts in voting procedures and decision making at multiple levels of government.
Cold weather has reduced profits as citrus crops suffer across the United States. The bleak season stresses growers and market momentum, with delayed shipments and lower harvest yields impacting pricing and supply outlook.
A look at this week's Golden Globes runway shows who shone with standout style and who missed the mark. Key attendees and designers are noted as red carpet moments spotlight bold silhouettes and elegant gowns amid the awards night glamour.
The article previews a set of simple cookies and snack ideas ideal for game day. It highlights easy ingredients, quick steps, and serving suggestions to keep crowds fed during sports viewing.
Lawton area schools and daycares announce closures and delayed openings due to hazardous road conditions from an ice storm. Fort Sill and TRADOC IMCOM personnel given reporting times. numerous districts list late starts, early closures, or full cancellations.
Charlotte Gagliardi, a retired Lawton High School choir and music teacher, is named the 2006 National Football League Teacher of the Year. Will Shields, Chiefs Pro Bowler and LHS graduate, nominated her and flew in Tuesday for the surprise announcement. Rick Kitzrow aided NFL officials in arranging the moment.
Comanche County Board of Commissioners reviews a four part city county sales tax package with Lawton Fort Sill Chamber leaders John Hester and Dana Davis. Officials say questions remain before endorsement, stressing the need to present as a group. The package includes a city only quarter cent renewal for seven years and countywide components to fund municipal infrastructure.
The Senate voted 98 to 0 to force lawmakers to reveal pet projects hidden in bills, boosting transparency. Democrats initially opposed tougher rules, but a bipartisan push produced a final ethics reform move praised by Senate leaders. The measure, led by Sen. DeMint, aims to reduce earmarks while acknowledging only a small fraction of the nearly 13 thousand last year.
At Altus Air Force Base a civilian employee died Tuesday morning after slipping on ice while getting ice from a plane on the flight line. The body was found at 8:20 a.m. an autopsy was planned for Wednesday and cause of death will be released after kin notification.
Fort Sill hosted a departure ceremony honoring about 130 National Guardsmen from Charlie Battery 1st Battalion 162nd Field Artillery based in San Juan. The unit’s towed howitzers will support the 4th Brigade Combat Team of the 82nd Airborne in Afghanistan for a year, marking firsts for the National Guard artillery deployment from Puerto Rico.
Cold conditions prevail with a high near 32 degrees and a low around 18 tonight. Patchy clouds may drift, with a light breeze. Expect dry skies through the day and a chilly night.
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