Fit Kids of Southwest Oklahoma

02/27/2026

☘️ Join Us for Our Next Fit Kids Coalition Meeting! ☘️

Did you know our next meeting will take place on St. Patrick’s Day, and we’d love to see both familiar and new faces there! As we continue working to promote healthy eating and physical activity for youth and families in our community, we’re also looking for future hosts and presenters to help keep our meetings engaging and growing.

If your organization is interested in hosting a meeting, sharing a program, or presenting resources with the coalition, please sign up using the link below. We’re currently filling spots for this meeting and upcoming meetings as we work to strengthen participation and collaboration across our community.

Your voice, ideas, and partnership help make this coalition stronger. Thank you for being part of the effort to build a healthier Southwest Oklahoma! 💚

Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfjCFQoeuLNzHfnLeHB0JMVa2PJRl9nVO5H3mNe70eK62Hq2Q/viewform?usp=dialog

02/27/2026

Reminder, we are open tomorrow for Saturday distribution! You may come as a walk in or schedule an appointment at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0548ADA62EA3FFC52-61498749-february #/

02/27/2026

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🫂 Connect with other parents
🎓 Learn great tips and tools to support your children
💲 Receive a gift card for participating
Open to any City of Lawton Family with a child under 6

Register today! Slots fill-up quickly. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084AABAE2CA3FEC25-62644297-march
🫂 Connect with other parents
🎓 Learn great tips and tools to support your children
💲 Receive a gift card for participating

Open to any City of Lawton Family with a child under 6

02/27/2026

Resource Sharing ✨

02/27/2026

March Trash Pickup Reminder
Just a quick reminder that Monday, March 2 & Monday, March 16 are our trash pickup days this month at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge!
We’d love to have you join us!
Register with Quinton at quinton_smith@fws.gov if you plan to attend & meet at the back door of the Visitor’s Center @8:30am.
Make sure to bring gloves...grabbers, vests and trash bags will be provided. You will be assigned an area, drive your own vehicle there, and return to the Visitor Center by 11:00 a.m. to drop off your supplies and trash. We are recycling aluminum cans and plastic bottles without the lids.
Inclement Weather: During inclement weather such as: rain, snow, freezing temperatures, or hazardous road conditions litter pickups will be cancelled.

March Trash Pickup Reminder

Just a quick reminder that Monday, March 2 & Monday, March 16 are our trash pickup days this month at the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge!

We’d love to have you join us!

Register with Quinton at quinton_smith@fws.gov if you plan to attend & meet at the back door of the Visitor’s Center @8:30am.

Make sure to bring gloves...grabbers, vests and trash bags will be provided. You will be assigned an area, drive your own vehicle there, and return to the Visitor Center by 11:00 a.m. to drop off your supplies and trash. We are recycling aluminum cans and plastic bottles without the lids.

Inclement Weather: During inclement weather such as: rain, snow, freezing temperatures, or hazardous road conditions litter pickups will be cancelled.

02/27/2026

Your heart deserves the very best care — and one way to take care of yourself is asking the right questions at your next appointment. For example:
❤️ What is my risk for heart disease?
🏃‍♀️ How much exercise do I need each week?
👀 What symptoms should I report?
💊 What medications can help reduce my risk?
Learn more heart-healthy questions here:
https://www.cardiosmart.org/.../questions-to-ask-your-doctor

Your heart deserves the very best care — and one way to take care of yourself is asking the right questions at your next appointment. For example:
❤️ What is my risk for heart disease?
🏃‍♀️ How much exercise do I need each week?
👀 What symptoms should I report?
💊 What medications can help reduce my risk?

Learn more heart-healthy questions here:
https://www.cardiosmart.org/topics/women-and-heart-disease/questions-to-ask-your-doctor

02/27/2026

This February, the Oklahoma To***co Helpline is offering double the patches, gum or lozenges — for FREE!

Don’t miss your chance to receive 8 weeks of free support to help you start living tobacco-free. If you’ve been thinking about quitting… now is the time.

Make the healthy choice today!

Learn more here:
📞 Call 1-800-QUIT-NOW
📱 Text READY to 34191
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02/27/2026

Today is National Strawberry Day! Strawberries are full of vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants, making them a great addition to any meal or snack. Looking for a delicious way to incorporate frozen strawberries this winter? Check out this easy Strawberry Banana Oatmeal Bar recipe featuring all WIC approved ingredients!
Ingredients:
-2 cups rolled oats
-1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
-2 large bananas, mashed
-1/4 cup chopped frozen strawberries, thawed and drained (to mix in)
-1/4 cup chopped frozen strawberries, thawed and drained (to top)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350F. Coat an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, banana, and peanut butter and mix thoroughly. Fold in ¼ cup strawberries.
3. Transfer the batter to the greased pan and spread out evenly. Top with the remaining strawberries and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
4. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting.

Today is National Strawberry Day! Strawberries are full of vitamin C, fiber and antioxidants, making them a great addition to any meal or snack. Looking for a delicious way to incorporate frozen strawberries this winter? Check out this easy Strawberry Banana Oatmeal Bar recipe featuring all WIC approved ingredients!

Ingredients:
-2 cups rolled oats
-1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
-2 large bananas, mashed
-1/4 cup chopped frozen strawberries, thawed and drained (to mix in)
-1/4 cup chopped frozen strawberries, thawed and drained (to top)

Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350F. Coat an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with non-stick spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, banana, and peanut butter and mix thoroughly. Fold in ¼ cup strawberries.
3. Transfer the batter to the greased pan and spread out evenly. Top with the remaining strawberries and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
4. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting.

02/26/2026

📣📣📣The Comanche County Community Coalition (C4) is looking for you!!!!📣📣📣

YES, YOU!!

Our Community Advocates for Safe Teens (CAST) committee is hosting our inaugural Comanche County Youth Summit (CCYS). The CCYS is a one day behavioral health conference for Comanche County 6th graders. This conference will provide 300 6th graders from across the county with the opportunity to learn crucial leadership skills & healthy coping mechanisms, build relationships, and understand the risks of substance misuse. The conference will take place at FISTA Innovation Park in Lawton on September 23, 2026.

Our CAST committee is now accepting interest forms for session presenters covering a variety of topics. If you know of someone or are yourself interested in potentially presenting at our Comanche County Youth Summit, we encourage you to fill out our Presenter Interest Form: https://forms.gle/Dk2hRSTRS22xp3rk7

Join us in empowering our youth to reach new heights!

02/26/2026

Please join the Comanche County Health Department for this exciting new support group offering for teens living with diabetes and their caregivers. For both virtual and in-person options, please use the link to register https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScKrAypupl8Y-yTnvICP7lG5nYub1btxPz2LCb4AVeootZ2Nw/viewform?usp=publish-editor
We hope to see you there next week!

02/25/2026

📣 Attention professionals and community leaders in Oklahoma!
The 24:7 Dad Training hosted by Familyhood Champions is coming up. This training is designed for those who work with fathers and families and want to strengthen their impact in the community. Participants will learn strategies to help fathers build skills in communication, nurturing, co-parenting, and work-life balance. Attendees will also receive free materials to lead workshops and gain access to ongoing support and technical assistance. If you’re passionate about supporting families and making a difference, this is a great opportunity to get involved.

📍 Virtual training
🗓 March 10-11th

Register ASAP today, if possible, here: https://www.familyhood.org/champions/training/