One of the most dismal big-small towns in the largest fly over-state in the country.
It has a very high murder-per-capita rate with large amounts of narcotic and gang-related activity. There are over 113 gangs in and around the area.
The only factor which puts us on the map is our military base, Fort Sill. Fort Sill brings in a large Korean and German population. Very little work can be found other than menial jobs such as fast food. Our education system is also very poor and uninvolved. Aside from joining the military, selling drugs, or making your way out to one of the local strip clubs, there is very little entertainment to be had in Lawton.
Visitation or moving into Lawton is highly discouraged, as it is very hard to leave unless you are in the military.
Person 1: Ever been to Lawton, Oklahoma?
Person 2: Yes, I drove through there once. It was awful.
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