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Norman
Wednesday, January 28th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ OKC Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein donated to City Rescue Mission on Friday to support homeless residents during a heavy winter storm. His contribution helped the shelter at 800 West California Avenue increase meals + housing capacity for those in need. The Oklahoman
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ OU professor and alum Christina Giacona has four Grammy-nominated works in roles covering producing, engineering, mix engineering + choral production. She will attend the Grammy Awards on Feb. 1 at the Crypto.com Arena while her upcoming local projects show her enduring commitment to fostering Oklahoma talent. OU Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers outlined education priorities (boosting K‑12 literacy through third‑grade retention and summer academies and improving teacher retention) and proposed limiting scholarship benefits for international students in higher ed during the upcoming session. KGOU
- ➤ OU Undergraduate Student Congress held a Zoom meeting Tuesday, Jan. 27 — to appoint seven committee chairs, 12 executive cabinet members, and a chief of staff amid winter storm road closures. The appointments were decided by votes and interviews that emphasized passion and vision. OU Daily
- ➤ The OU Board of Regents will review contracts for athletic director Roger Denny, tight ends coach Jason Witten, and other coaching staff at a meeting Jan. 29-30 at OU. The board will also discuss compensation adjustments and major sports gifts (including a $25 million donation) during the session. The Oklahoman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Joe Mussatto reports that Thunder center Chet Holmgren posted high numbers (points and rebounds) and appears set for an All-Star reserve role when rosters are finalized Sunday, Feb. 1; Oklahoma college basketball rankings show Tulsa ahead of OU and OSU as creative jersey patch ideas stir local buzz. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Former OU star Clendon Thomas died Monday at 90; he starred for the Sooners and played 11 NFL seasons with the Rams and Steelers. Family services (details pending) will be held at Putnam City Baptist Church (final plans under review). The Oklahoman
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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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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.
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