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Norman
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Forbes released its 2026 World’s Billionaires List today featuring five Oklahoman leaders among the richest people worldwide. George Kaiser topped the state ranking at $16.2 billion, followed by Harold Hamm, Lynn Schusterman, the Love family, and Chad Richison. The Oklahoman
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy analysis shows that gas prices are usually lowest on Sunday and Monday in Oklahoma with savings of 4 to 9 cents per gallon. Local drivers should consider fueling early in the week as prices typically climb midweek (experts note) due to price competition. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Cleveland County leaders unveiled Cleveland County Futures, a personalized job-seeking website that uses real-time labor analytics to match local job seekers with roles by skill. The platform is partly ARPA funded + backed by a $250,000 grant from the National Science Center. The Norman Transcript
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new report shows Oklahoma’s solar energy output reached 842 megawatts at the end of 2025—more than doubling its 2024 capacity—enough to power about 105,000 homes; utility-scale projects such as the Kiowa County Solar Project added 100 megawatts. KGOU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the OKC Thunder to a 129-126 win over the Denver Nuggets on March 11 at Paycom Center, scoring 35 points (career-high) and 15 assists with no turnovers. He tied Wilt Chamberlain’s record for consecutive 20-point games. The Oklahoman
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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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Medieval Fair of Norman
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Reaves Park — Free to attend; parking $10 — Explore a lively fair filled with arts, crafts, food, and entertainment since 1977.
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