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Norman
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the 2026 Western Heritage Awards on April 11 at the National Cowboy Museum (1700 NE 63 in OKC), posthumous honoree Toby Keith and actor Ed Harris will be celebrated for their lasting contributions to Western heritage, with other icons including Kenny Rogers also honored; ticket details will be announced soon. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Local artist Kenneth Eugene Hall Jr. unveiled Hazmatt, a 20-foot sculpture crafted from repurposed dumpsters and waste materials at the Household Hazardous Waste Facility on Jan. 13. The piece — located south of Highway 9 near OU — is intended to inspire mindful waste practices and boost community spirit. OU Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Norman Public Schools will add two extra minutes to each day and two instructional days (Feb. 16 and March 13) after recent winter weather cancellations to meet state requirements. Starting Feb. 16, classes will begin one minute earlier and end one minute later. OU Daily
- ➤ OU Graduate Student Senate will meet with university officials next week to address concerns over transparency in the termination of teaching instructor Mel Curth (the bill calls for her reinstatement and an independent audit). OU Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Under the new Farm Bill approach through H.R. 1, key programs such as crop insurance and disaster aid are extended, giving Oklahoma farmers longer planning time while the shift to a narrower, budget-driven policy raises uncertainty about unresolved concerns, including rising input costs felt by cotton growers like Charlcey Plummer. KGOU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Doctors and marijuana business workers now must complete yearly education and product packaging includes warnings, but experts say more public education is needed to show how cannabis interacts with drugs and affects surgery. This follows a steep rise in patient licenses that left many at increased risk. The Oklahoman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The OKC Thunder struggled with only eight players and lost 116-106 to the Spurs on Wednesday. Kenrich Williams led with 25 points as injured members may return ahead of the home game against Houston Saturday at 2:30 p.m. CST — a boost for the team's depth. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU football added cornerback LeBron Bauer to its 2026 class when the recruit announced his commitment yesterday. Bauer, a three-star from Allen High School in Texas, recorded 50 tackles plus six interceptions last season and had offers from several programs. The Oklahoman
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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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Cirque Italia: Water Circus
7:30 p.m. — Crocs — Ticket required — Experience a mesmerizing water circus show that's fun for all ages.
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Severe Weather Awareness Expo
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Penn Square Mall — Free entry — Learn about severe weather safety with local meteorologists and fun family activities.
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