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Norman
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Despite winds gusting up to 49 mph, OU softball swept Auburn 14-2 in five innings on Sunday at Love's Field, extending its win streak to 17 games. Fans and players battled swirling debris during the contest, highlighted by strong pitching and timely hitting. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OKC Thunder defeated the Timberwolves 116-103 on Sunday. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander extended his historic 20-point streak to 128 games — and Chet Holmgren added 21 points as the team closed its four-game homestand. The Oklahoman
- ➤ In Sunday's game at Paycom Center, the Timberwolves faced uncertainty as star Anthony Edwards (knee soreness) was questionable while the Thunder played with several injured players; local analysts had predicted a win for OKC. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Oklahoma’s No. 10 women’s basketball team will host a NCAA Tournament game against No. 13 seed Idaho at Lloyd Noble Center in Norman Friday as coach Jennie Baranczyk calls the matchup a big deal and urges fans to pack the stands for a home-court advantage. News9
- ➤ The Thunder hosted the Timberwolves on Sunday, Mar. 15 at the Paycom Center with key plays from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren while injury concerns (notably among several players) affected both teams. OKC entered the game on a seven-game winning streak. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Oklahoma lost 82-79 to Arkansas on Friday at Bridgestone Arena, ending a six-game win streak, but coach Porter Moser said the Sooners’ strong resume and 10 quad one and two wins make them a strong candidate for the NCAA Tournament. They now await Selection Sunday (their season could extend). News9
- ➤ Oklahoma AD Roger Denny said men’s basketball coach Porter Moser will return to lead the Sooners next season. The university will boost the sport by increasing NIL funding and staffing for the 2026–27 season. News9
- ➤ OU women's basketball is set to begin their tournament run from Norman as Selection Sunday approaches. Bracket estimates vary—ESPN ranks them as a No. 4 seed in Region 3 while other sources offer similar predictions. The Oklahoman
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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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