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City of Lawton breaks ground on new Animal Welfare building
Summary
Lawton held a groundbreaking ceremony on March 7, 2026, for a new Animal Welfare building that officials say will increase capacity and include clinical spaces for animal health services.
Content
Lawton held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new Animal Welfare building on March 7, 2026. The event was covered during 7News' Furry Friend Friday by Cole Brumbelow. Officials say the new facility will allow the city to accommodate more animals and add clinical spaces to provide health services. Lawton Animal Welfare Director Cliff Blasengame said the existing shelter was originally designed for basic health and safety and was not built for adoptions or surgeries, and that the community's needs have changed.
Key details:
- The article reports the groundbreaking ceremony occurred March 7, 2026.
- Officials say the new building will expand capacity and include new clinical spaces for animal health services.
- Lawton Animal Welfare Director Cliff Blasengame described the old shelter as not designed for adoptions and surgical care.
- City leaders and community partners attended the groundbreaking, and 7News reporter Cole Brumbelow covered the event.
Summary:
The project is described by officials as progress on long-sought renovations that will expand capacity and offer more clinical services for animals in Lawton. Undetermined at this time.
