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Newspaper
Lawton Constitution
Location
Lawton, Oklahoma, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 2007
Page
1
A tipped space heater may have started a Thursday morning blaze that destroyed a Lawton residence as investigators work to determine the exact cause. Separately, Lawton Public Schools Foundation awarded more than 30 grants to teachers through its Grants to Teachers program this week.
Casting call underway for the Holy City of the Wichitas Easter Pageant with rehearsals starting February 4. The pageant plans community participation and scenic presentations, inviting locals to audition for roles and supporting positions.
Law enforcement agencies in Oklahoma acquired four helicopters via a Defense Department surplus property initiative. The purchase expands aerial enforcement capabilities and follows a federal program intended to repurpose surplus military equipment for civilian use.
The first Trail Dance Fit Festival drew a large audience Friday and will screen 90 films from 17 states and four foreign countries across three screens. The event wraps with an awards screening Sunday.
Lawton native Lauren Nelson, Miss Oklahoma, captured the swimsuit title at the 2007 Miss America pageant. A Valentine gift guide suggests fair trade chocolate or organic flowers for romance and charity.
The Eagles moved into the championship round at the Shortgrass Invitational while MacArthur was knocked out by Oklahoma City Douglass. Eisenhower cruised past opponents to reach the finale, signaling a strong run for the tournament.
Oklahoma Governor Brad Henry proposes a 359 million dollar increase in public education next year lifting the total to nearly 4 billion. The plan includes 50 million emergency funds for unfunded current benefits, targets teacher pay raises, dropout prevention, classroom resources, colleges, and career tech funding.
The 2007 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Celebration in Lawton featured Lawton Public Schools students and area residents, delayed by an ice storm, with tributes to King’s successors and African-Americans who died in the past year. Lawton High School production class aired video tributes to Coretta Scott King James Brown and Ed Bradley. Mayor John Purcell urged attendees to pursue King’s dream during the citywide observance.
Oklahoma City AP Bass plans to request 65 million in state funds to handle anticipated growth from BRAC expansion at Fort Sill. Lawton expected to gain about 10,000 residents in four years, straining infrastructure. 4,000 new students may enter Lawton schools, a 20 percent rise. Possible funding options include bonds or low-interest loans.
Joe Bieger, a 59 year old assistant athletic director, vanished from his Dallas home with two dogs. He lived through 25 days with no memory of his identity or past life, wandering Dallas area until a contractor recognized him. He was diagnosed with psychogenic fugue and has since reunited with family and resumed work.
A cold rainy day brings a high near 42 degrees with overnight low dropping to 26. The forecast notes continued unsettled weather and possible showers later tonight.
A brief page note provides two phone lines for delivery problems and News questions. It lists 353-6397 for delivery issues and 585-5134 for news inquiries along with an email address sirinet.net for correspondence. The items are terse and contact-focused without additional context.
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