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Norman
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Norman conceptual photographer Alex Eischeid presents her imaginative self-portrait series at an exhibition titled Down in the Dumps hosted at Uncanny Art House, showcasing her unique artistic talent. The Norman Transcript
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ OU Board of Regents will review proposed housing and food rate increases, a 23 million dollar budget for freshman housing improvements, and program changes including updates to the faculty appeals process during its meeting Tuesday at 9 a.m. at OU Health Campus, affecting Norman campus residential colleges and student meal plans. OU Daily
- ➤ Moore Norman Technology Center received an $825K grant from Boeing to fund an Advanced Visualization Immersive Development Lab for its aviation programs, a project that will boost hands-on aerospace education and strengthen local workforce pipelines. The Norman Transcript
- ➤ OU Daily elected Willie Gillespie, a journalism junior who advanced a video-first approach, as fall-spring editor-in-chief for 2026-27. His term begins in August while the paper votes on a summer editor in April (highlighting the newsroom’s fresh leadership). OU Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ OU Board of Regents will meet Tuesday at 9 a.m. in Oklahoma City to consider contracts for football coaches — Deland McCullough and LaMar Morgan — along with a $5M facility upgrade at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium and a raise for analyst Xavier Brewer — his salary increasing from $109K to $250K. The Oklahoman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Coach Gasso and the fourth-ranked OU softball team host a doubleheader today at Love's Field in Norman. Two games start at 2 p.m. CT and 5 p.m. CT and stream on SEC Network+ and Fubo with radio coverage on KEBC 1560 AM. The Oklahoman
- ➤ The OU Board of Regents will meet Tuesday to discuss a $5 million upgrade of Gaylord Family-Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, review ticket policy updates, and consider football staff promotions. The board plans to request bonds for facility improvements + modern athletic programs. OU Daily
- ➤ OU softball coach Patty Gasso said third baseman Nelly McEnroe-Marinas tore her ACL in Sunday's game against Southeastern Louisiana and will miss the season (she will remain with the team as a coach). The Sooners will host the Okana Invitational this weekend in Norman. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU men's basketball, led by Coach Porter Moser, will play the Texas Longhorns at Moody Center in Austin at 7:30 p.m. CT today as the season finale; the team is riding a three-game winning streak. The Oklahoman
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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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