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Norman
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma’s 22 Jersey Mike’s locations will donate 100% of their sales today to help send 56 local athletes to the 2026 Special Olympics in Minnesota, and all orders—online, in-store, and catering—qualify for the donation drive. The Oklahoman
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Billy Bob Thornton and his band, The Boxmasters, will perform two Oklahoma casino shows this summer. The Norman show is at Riverwind Casino at 8 p.m. on July 2, while the Tulsa show is at Hard Rock Live on July 18 (tickets are on sale Mar. 26 and Mar. 27). The Oklahoman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ OU will host Devon SportsLab clinics for kids 8 to 13 on Saturday, April 4. OU student-athletes will lead a football clinic at 9 a.m. and a soccer clinic at 1 p.m. with registration required and perks (T-shirt and autographed poster) for participants. News9
- ➤ Norman Rotary will host its inaugural reading festival this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Norman Public Schools Center for Arts and Learning, 3801 Journey Parkway where children can join interactive experiences with authors, illustrators, and guest readers plus literacy activities. The Norman Transcript
- ➤ Undergraduate Student Congress updated bylaws Tuesday to require in-person attendance from key appointees and amended expulsion procedures as well as the secretary’s role. The changes passed 28+1+0 and will take effect next session to improve meeting preparation. OU Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Texas is now ranked No. 1 in SEC softball after a 26-game win streak, and Oklahoma scored its 21st straight win with a pinch-hit grand slam. The rankings released on March 24 show rising momentum for teams, including Oklahoma as its offense displays powerful plays (highlighting local impact). The Oklahoman
- ➤ Norman soccer player McKinzi Maddocks participated in The Oklahoman’s media day on March 24, 2026, where he shared details of his favorite Braum’s order, music taste, and firefighting dream. He will attend Hutchinson Community College and continue playing soccer. The Oklahoman
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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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Family Weekend Celebration
12:00 PM – 11:58 PM — NOUN Hotel, Norman — Free entry — Experience pop-up shops, dining, live music, and cocktails for a weekend of connection and Sooner spirit.
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Booked by Design: Social Media Strategies for Stylists
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Beige Salon and Boutique — Cost not specified — Learn structured social media techniques to intentionally boost your stylist bookings.
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