Saturday, February 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Norman Police Academy celebrated its 68th annual graduation, emphasizing the importance of values, community trust, and legacy as new officers begin their careers. The Norman Transcript
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Norman police arrested 19-year-old Landon Appleby on 12 felony charges, including burglary and rape, concluding a 4-month crime spree in the community. News9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kim Blodgett and Amanda Chaffin are set to compete in the upcoming election on Feb. 11 to fill the City Council Ward 7 seat in Norman, with Blodgett focusing on affordable housing, homelessness, and education, while Chaffin prioritizes small business support, affordable housing, and parks and recreation. OU Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Without Fuzzy Benas, OU men's gymnastics team leads national rankings by minimizing mistakes and scoring high. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Former OU gymnast Raydel Gamboa, whose career ended early due to concussions, supports his fiancée, OU gymnastics star Jordan Bowers, at her competitions. The Oklahoman
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Hosty Live Concert
Experience a live performance by Hosty at Othello's Italian Restaurant in Norman.
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John Calvin Abney Concert at The Depot
John Calvin Abney will perform songs from his new EP 'Shortwaving' alongside fan favorites in a cozy setting at The Depot.
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Estate Planning Basics: Free Community Educational Event
This event aims to provide attendees with essential information on estate planning to achieve peace of mind for themselves and their loved ones.
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Valentine's Day Celebration at Old Number 9
The event features live music by the Hell N Bakk Band while collecting donations for homeless military veterans, creating a festive atmosphere for Valentine's Day.
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Bigfoot Adventure at Lake Thunderbird State Park
The Bigfoot Adventure event invites participants to explore Lake Thunderbird State Park, solving puzzles and hunting mythical creatures throughout a fun and engaging scavenger hunt experience.
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Love's Field Tournament
The Love's Field Tournament will feature live competitive gameplay at a highly rated venue in Norman, Oklahoma.
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Effective Literacy Strategies for Student Success
Educators will learn and interact with literacy strategies aligned with Oklahoma Academic Standards, aimed at enhancing writing skills for students preparing for state testing.
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Rezzy Jams Comedy Night
Enjoy a night of laughter featuring comedians Israel Goldman, Scotty Lee, Arrow Smith, Rachel Rose, and Matt Ferrell at The Depot in Norman, OK.
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Kendrik McKinney Trio Concert at The Depot
The Kendrik McKinney Trio, featuring acclaimed local jazz musicians, will perform an evening of jazz standards and arrangements at The Depot.
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Gladys Knight Live at Riverwind Casino
Enjoy an evening of soulful music with Gladys Knight at the Riverwind Casino in Norman, Oklahoma.
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