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Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ An Interfaith Breakfast honoring Martin Luther King Jr. will bring together community members Monday, Jan. 20 in Norman. The city and the Norman Human Rights Commission co-host the event to celebrate King’s enduring impact. The Norman Transcript
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The new Millionaire for Life lottery game will start on Sunday, Feb-22 at 11:15 p.m. ET and cost $5. Players in Oklahoma and 27 states can win $1 million per life if they match five numbers from 1-58 and the Millionaire Ball from 1-5, with details due Feb-12. The Oklahoman
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ OU art student Aubrey Crilly Tizol has unveiled her mixed media installation 'Girlhood' at the School of Visual Arts, a project that uses her personal journey from a masculine upbringing to explore feminine creativity. Supported by her husband + approved by her professors, she leads this new artistic expression. The Norman Transcript
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Rep. Chad Caldwell and Sen. Ally Seifried have filed bills to permanently ban student cellphone use during school hours after a one-year trial ban. Lawmakers will debate the proposals in upcoming sessions. The Norman Transcript
- ➤ OU School of Music will host internationally recognized Venezuelan pianist Gabriela Montero for a free master class at 12 p.m. and concert at 8 p.m. in Sharp Hall Tuesday — offering students and community members a rare chance to witness her improvisation skills. OU Daily
- ➤ The AAUP condemned OU's decision to remove graduate teaching instructor Mel Curth after she assigned a zero to a psychology essay that referenced the Bible — the group says the move violates academic freedom and due process, a controversy that has sparked debate among local students and faculty. The Norman Transcript
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tribal leaders in Oklahoma advised tribal citizens to carry tribal, state, and federal identification after immigration enforcement stops occurred on I-35 near the Kansas border on Jan. 14. Officials warned that similar mistaken identity encounters may follow, though no local incidents have been reported. The Oklahoman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The OKC Thunder have won five straight games while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander stresses non-negotiable effort on defense and offense. The team will tip off tonight at 7 p.m. at Kaseya Center in Miami. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Oklahoma football landed defensive back Prince Ijioma from Mississippi Valley State on Friday. He visited Norman Thursday, made 39 tackles last season and is now joining the Sooners. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU football added Jack Van Dorselaer — a former Tennessee TE from Southlake, Texas with three years of eligibility — on Friday. The 6-foot-5, 245-pound player joins Coach Jason Witten's revamped tight end group. The Oklahoman
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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