Good morning, Norman.

Michael Farris, a Norman North High School graduate, is studying Arts Technology and Culture at OU — benefiting from his creative family background.

He focuses on image-based media and contemporary art.

Oklahoma wildfire risk is declining after wildfires burned over 310,000 acres this week, prompting state officials to offer fire management relief and online resource updates (the National Weather Service in Norman forecasts cooler conditions through Monday with a renewed risk on Tuesday).

Today, National Margarita Day brings special deals in Norman and the OKC area as Bad Daddy's Burger Bar at 2050 24th Ave NW #100 offers LocoRitas for $2.22 & other chains provide creative margarita options.

Oklahoma City's housing market is set to become one of the nation’s most affordable in 2026, with Zillow predicting a typical mortgage payment of about $1,725 and rates falling to 6% by year-end.

Local brokers expect the improved affordability to stimulate home sales.

Carl Albert swim team became the first Class 5A program to win state championships in both boys (307 points) and girls (265 points) this season in Norman.

The teams celebrated this historic win with strong school spirit.

Cirque Italia: Water Circus

7:30 p.m. — Crocs — Ticket required — Experience a mesmerizing water circus show that's fun for all ages.

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.

Cirque Italia: Water Circus

1:30-4:30 p.m. — Sooner Mall — Tickets start at $76 — Experience an unforgettable performance by Cirque Italia with thrilling water acts.

Cirque Italia: Water Circus

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Sooner Mall — Starting at $78 — Experience a mesmerizing evening of aquatic acrobatics and breathtaking performances.

Shamrock Gold Quest 5K and Fun Run

2-4:30 p.m. — Ruby Grant Park — Registration fee — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a timed off-road 5K or an untimed fun mile run through scenic Ruby Grant Park.

Children and Families Center Event

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Center For Children and Families, Inc. — Free entry — A community gathering designed to support children and families in Norman.