Good morning, Norman.

The Norman Arts Council and the city of Norman are accepting proposals for the 8th annual Artful Inlets program until Friday.

The program transforms storm drains into public art that links stormwater runoff to local water quality and everyday activities.

Mike Khemmoro and his partner built Mango Cannabis into a thriving operation with 10 dispensaries and 300 employees after voters legalized medical marijuana, and they warn that eliminating the industry would hurt economic growth across the state—potentially impacting communities like Norman.

Norman Public Schools announced that Director of Health Services Beth Roberson was named Oklahoma’s School Nurse Administrator of the Year by the School Nurses of Oklahoma Executive Board.

The award — given for her proven dedication to student health — highlights her leadership in school healthcare.

At the Capitol today, community advocates and educators will urge lawmakers to fund afterschool programs that boost academic outcomes and help working parents + 90% of parents support public funding for these initiatives.

OU Daily earned the Pacemaker Award for its online work when results were announced Saturday at the Associated Collegiate Press national college media conference in San Francisco — making it Oklahoma’s only honoree among 19 winners from 11 states.

OU is relocating the Rose Sharp Rose Garden east of Ellison Hall for the construction of new Life Science Laboratories and will add a fountain and benches to its design — work began early this semester and is set to finish mid-April.

Deland McCullough joined OU football (explaining his move) as its new running backs coach, replacing DeMarco Murray.

North Rock Creek senior Hailey Anglin was featured in The Oklahoman's Prep Spotlight on March 9 as she shared her favorite Braum’s order (chicken strips and a Dr. Pepper) and pregame tune (Drake and Bossman Dlow), while expressing her dream of becoming a nurse after basketball.

Former Dallas Cowboys star Jason Witten explained his reasons for joining OU football as a tight ends coach in a media briefing on March 9.

He said his extensive playing experience helps him develop players at the Sooners.

Oklahoma defensive end PJ Adebawore underwent offseason foot surgery Monday, as coach Brent Venables announced—he is expected to compete for a starting spot this season if he recovers from the wear and tear.

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.

Stormin' Norman 5K

7-8 a.m. — University of Oklahoma — Registration required — Experience a unique 5K challenge while exploring the Norman community.

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.

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.