Good morning, Norman.

A fire broke out at the new Oklahoma Aviation Academy construction site at Max Westheimer Airport around 11:45 a.m. Tuesday but was quickly contained (confined to a portion of the roof) and poses no threat to the building; fire marshals are investigating the cause.

Yellow Dog Coffee Co.'s drive-thru on Alameda St is temporarily closed for renovations that involve replacing vinyl flooring and moving heavy equipment.

Operations manager (Lilly Braun) said nothing customer-facing will change as the business expects to resume service in a few days.

Oklahoma public schools have joined the Local Food for Schools program to receive fresh, minimally processed food from local farms, with state funding of up to $25,000 per month and a $3.2 million allocation that supports farm-to-table learning (Brady Womack explained the plan).

Oklahoma lawmakers Rep. Caldwell and Sen. Seifried have filed bills that would permanently ban student cellphone use during school hours in public schools.

The proposals will be considered when the legislative session begins Feb. 2.

On Jan. 20, social work students at OU and a Norman volunteer called for stronger disability support services, inclusive literature to counter book bans, and family support programs to help children thrive in schools.

A Phase III trial published on Jan.

20 found proton therapy raised five-year survival rates by 10% & reduced side effects for head and neck cancer patients, including 5 OU patients, compared to photon therapy. The study enrolled 440 people from 21 institutions.

Ticket draw registration is open for Oklahoma, Canadian and Cleveland residents to secure time slots for 2028 Olympic tickets.

Softball will run at Devon Park from July 22 to 28 (medal events on July 29) and canoe slalom is scheduled from July 14 to 22 at OKC Whitewater Center.

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.

Wine & Chocolate Pairing at the Winery

12-7 p.m. — Native Spirits Winery — $25 per person, $40 for 2 — Unwind with a delightful combination of wine and chocolate treats this Valentine's Day.