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Norman
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ This weekend offers a variety of events in Norman and OKC, including TEDxOU on Friday, sports games at OU venues, and family-friendly Cookiefest Saturday at The Well (tickets vary by event) with local art walks and live shows providing extra cultural touches. OU Daily
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sooner Theatre’s production of 42nd Street, featuring two casts of eighth to twelfth graders, opened Thursday and runs through Sunday with performances at 7:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. This musical adapts the classic Broadway plot about a small town girl’s big break — showcasing local talent every night. OU Daily
- ➤ OU Weitzenhoffer School of Musical Theatre will perform Stephen Sondheim's 'Company' today at 8 p.m. at Elsie C. Brackett Theatre with additional shows on March 7 and 8. The production explores relationships and life in 1970s New York using creative scenic design and costuming. OU Daily
- ➤ Eight collegiate dance teams from across the nation will compete at the 31st annual Bollywood fusion dance event Norman Nachle. The competition hosted by OU’s South Asian Student Association will begin at 5 p.m. Saturday + Reynolds Performing Arts Center. OU Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A statewide survey found 500+ parents support raising test cut scores to ensure state assessments accurately measure student achievement. Reforms in 2025 restored rigorous standards after 2024’s lower benchmarks, and education leaders must keep consistency to rebuild parent trust. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Two alumni - former News 9 sports director Dean Blevins and CalArts president Ravi Rajan - were inducted into the Norman Public School Foundation Hall of Honor on Wednesday during a ceremony at the NPS Center for Arts and Learning. The Norman Transcript
- ➤ Spare Hand Students has launched flexible freelance work for OU students in Norman, connecting 50 students with local homeowners for tasks like yard work and errands. The program (which began Feb. 23) helps students earn extra money while working around their class schedules. OU Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers are reviewing Senate Bill 2, which would impose extra setback requirements for wind turbines, limiting energy projects and potentially raising household bills as they balance property rights with energy needs. The proposal could affect local energy costs & landowner income if passed. The Oklahoman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma high school basketball tournaments for Classes 6A-2A began Thursday across several regions — Norman North beat Piedmont at Noble while updated schedules and scores from the area tournaments are now recorded. The Oklahoman
- ➤ The fifth-seeded Sooners, riding a seven-game win streak after a win over Florida, will face fourth-seeded LSU at 1:30 p.m. today on ESPN at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville. The Oklahoman
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Stormin' Norman 5K
7-8 a.m. — University of Oklahoma — Registration required — Experience a unique 5K challenge while exploring the Norman community.
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US Air Force Band Concert
7-9 p.m. — Catlett Music Center — Free entry — Experience a delightful performance by the United States Air Force Concert Band and Singing Sergeants on their Spring Tour.
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404 in the 405 2026
12:00 AM — Resonator Institute — Free entry — A mammoth lineup of electronic explorers paying tribute to the legendary Roland SP-404.
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