Texoma Tails
Texoma Tails – January 2026
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Oklahoma
Here are all of the stories pertaining to the Southwest Oklahoma area.
Government Accountability
‘The risk is on us’: License plate readers spark debate of constitutionality among Lawton community
Those who are concerned share the belief that these cameras infringe upon a person’s Fourth Amendment rights, as these cameras are capturing information 24/7.
Texas
2025: A year in review for independent journalism
Dark Roast Report has only been active for a few months and during that time, Seth and Reanna have been able to see the need for independent news grow and the importance of being directly involved in the community.
Texoma Tails
Texoma Tails - December 2025
One of our primary intentions at Dark Roast is to give a voice to the voiceless, and that’s exactly what we plan to do with Texoma tails.
Business
Details on Westwin’s delayed future as Georgia rumors surge
It’s been over three months since an announcement over Westwin Elements’ future was promised but never delivered on.
Light Roast
Stephens County Humane Society obtains Mighty Cat Partner status to help address stray kitten crisis
The stray crisis is an immediate concern for the large number of orphaned neonatal kittens, as many shelters and rescues don't have the resources to help them. However, Stephens County Humane Society is taking action to find ways to do more to approach this issue.
Light Roast
Feeding families in need includes feeding the furry members of the family also, and some Texoma organizations are doing just that
“I knew if there was a need for people to get food, there would be a need for the animals.”
environment
Rural communities responses to wildlife infiltration: a reflection of small town resources and community effort
When it comes to wildlife rehabilitation, some communities are fortunate enough to have nearby rescues and rehabbers that are willing to step in and help. Other cities have to get more creative and use what (or who) is available in town.
Photojournalism
The first ever Jordan’s Way Bowl raises over $100,000 for animal shelters
elections
Lawton Ward 4 runoff candidate preview: George Gill & Tiffiney Dimery
Registered voters in Lawton's Ward 4 will take to the polls for a second time on November 18 to make their final decision on who will be representing their area.
Government Accountability
Lawton to charge store owners for retrieval of stolen property after ordinance amendment
Some local stores are skeptical of the city's approach after hearing the council's decision to hit owners with fees for abandoned shopping carts in order to retrieve their property.
environment
Residents claim City of Lawton’s campground upgrades downgrade local environment
For residents living near Collier’s Landing, the city’s recent improvements seem to have caused a disruption in the very natural area they were trying to fix up.