Good morning, Norman.

A new guide highlights Norman’s top elementary schools for families seeking quality early education—schools like McKinley, Roosevelt, Cleveland, Washington, Eisenhower and Adams are ranked for strong academics and community support.

It uses Niche's data to help parents make informed enrollment decisions.

A recent study shows Oklahoma ranks third in caregiver burden, with nearly 835,000 unpaid caregivers facing high adult daycare costs amid few available resources.

State tax credits offer some relief (despite staffing shortages) as families continue managing work and caregiving responsibilities.

Oklahoma residents can order free home radon test kits this month from the U.S. Department of Environmental Quality to check their homes for radon exposure + the kit requires placing a sample collector for several days and mailing it for lab analysis.

The CDC shifted six childhood vaccines from universal recommendation to shared decision-making, reducing the vaccine schedule from 17 to 11.

Dr. Steven Crawford of the Oklahoma Alliance for Healthy Families warned that families without regular doctors might have new hurdles while HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said coverage remains.

Oklahoma football signed Georgia State defensive tackle Bishop Thomas on Monday after his weekend visit, according to sources.

The 6-foot-2, 290-pound New Orleans native, who played at FSU, Colorado and Georgia State, adds needed depth to the Sooners' front line.

The Sooners men’s basketball team lost 83-76 in College Station Saturday after 17 turnovers allowed Texas A&M’s late surge — the team will host the Florida Gators at 8 p.m. CT today on ESPN2.

The Oklahoman's poll for winter girls sport athletes of the week presented by Landmark Fine Homes is live and voting is open until noon Sunday + nominees represent local high schools such as Norman North and Calumet, with last week's winner being Carl Albert basketball player Jakary Brown.

Residents can register for a ticket draw to attend Olympic canoe slalom and softball in OKC starting tomorrow, Jan.

14; registration ends Mar. 18 and early presale for locals is available Apr. 2—6.

On Jan. 11, the No. 5 Oklahoma State wrestling team blanked the Sooners 37-0 at Gallagher-Iba Arena in Stillwater, marking its 21st straight win in the historic rivalry — the first shutout since 1992 before a sold-out crowd.

Oklahoma Sooners defensive end Adepoju Adebawore entered the transfer portal Monday and withdrew minutes later, reports said — the move comes as OU manages transfer rumors and prepares for the season.

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.

Parent Café: Café Con Amor

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Center For Children and Families, Inc. — Free entry — Engage in heartfelt discussions about parenting joys and challenges in a supportive environment.