Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of January.
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🏘️ Community
Bikers from Oklahoma, Kansas and Texas rode 57 miles Sunday from Papa’s Motorcycle Apparel in Bethany to support the newborn daughter of Mustang High School senior Evan Price, who died on New Year’s Day.
The rally raised thousands for Ellie Mae, with funds for her set for age 18.
📰 Real Estate
Bob Moore Farms North filed an application to amend its unit development and add multi-family residences on a 55.56-acre property near West Main Street and 36th Ave. SW.
Norman’s Planning and Community Development will hold a discussion (at 5:30 p.m. Jan. 22 at the Norman Development Center).
🏈 Sports
Tate Sandell, OU football's first-ever Lou Groza Award winner + record setter, announced Sunday that he will return to the Sooners this season.
He set records last season with 23 straight field goals + a 24-for-27 conversion rate on attempts.
OU football secured transfer wide receiver Mackenzie Alleyne from Washington State on Sunday after he announced his move on Instagram.
He logged 4 catches for 73 yards and a touchdown in 2025 and is the 12th transfer as the team boosts its receiver depth + strengthens its offensive roster.
The OKC Thunder won a 124-112 home game over Miami Heat on Sunday, extending their winning streak to three games.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led with 29 points, eight assists, and five rebounds — and strong teamwork in the third quarter helped control the pace.
The Sooners women's basketball team played Kentucky Sunday at Memorial Coliseum in Lexington starting at 3 p.m. The game featured the fifth-ranked Sooners (faced sixth-ranked Wildcats) and drew attention from local fans.
World Champion Jax Forrest made his Oklahoma State wrestling debut last night at Gallagher-Iba Arena, pinning his opponent in 47 seconds to help the Cowboys secure a 37-0 Bedlam win over OU—the first shutout since 1992 and 21st consecutive victory.
On Sunday, Oklahoma State wrestling hosted No. 15 OU at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater—part of the Bedlam dual—and the Cowboys aimed for their 21st win in a row, with the match broadcast live on ESPN+.
Yesterday, The Oklahoman ran a story listing past winners of All-State football awards.
The review showed top players and coaches from high schools like Jenks, Norman and Bixby.
🎉 Norman Events
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Winter WONderland Championship Celebration
5:15-7:15 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of women's gymnastics with a festive championship theme.
Center for Children and Families Event
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Center For Children and Families, Inc. — Free entry — A community event providing resources and support for children and families.
AnthroExpo 2026
Feb 5-8 — Embassy Suites by Hilton Norman Hotel & Conference Center — Check website for ticket info — Celebrate furry fandom with community, art, and entertainment in central Oklahoma.
Marriage Weekend Getaway at Whispering Pines
6 PM – 12 PM — Whispering Pines Inn — Cost included — Reconnect with your spouse in a spiritually enriching getaway filled with learning and reflection.
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