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Norman
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yellow Dog Coffee Co. and The Lore supported the National Immigration Law Center by donating a portion of their Friday sales. They offered 25% of sales and 5% of profits and handed out "Liberty & Justice for all means ALL" pins at their Eufala Street and Porter Avenue location until 8 p.m. Friday. OU Daily
- ➤ Dr. Joe Carter, a Norman resident and founder of Oklahoma Equine Hospital, was honored yesterday by the Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association for 45 years of service & a local service animal also received recognition at the annual conference. The Norman Transcript
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Norman’s Uptown Cheapskate is set to open a new 8,000 sqft store at 1544 24th Ave NW on Thursday, Feb. 5; the larger space will double its inventory + welcome the first 30 customers with free gift bags. OU Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Norman residents can explore top Galentine’s Day gift ideas to celebrate friendship on Feb. 13 with local picks like lip gloss and DIY kits (order early for timely delivery). The Oklahoman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Darcy Pippins, a Norman High School Spanish teacher with 28 years' experience, was named a recipient of the 2026 Oklahoma Medal for Excellence by the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence. She will be honored May 2 at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum for her commitment to language education. OU Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Oklahoma State Department of Health confirmed a measles case in Norman on Friday when a contagious person visited Logies on the Corner; officials advise anyone who was there to contact testing services if symptoms develop. The Norman Transcript
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After Friday's meeting in Norman, the OU Board of Regents approved contracts for athletic director Roger Denny, tight ends coach Jason Witten, and several assistant coaches; Denny’s deal runs through June 30, 2030 with a $1.25M salary and others extend through 2027 and 2028. 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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