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Norman
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Homeland, Oklahoma’s largest employee-owned grocer, announced plans on Friday, Mar. 27 to close four stores within 45 days—including two in Norman, one in Edmond, and one in Lawton—while consolidating six by July and marketing ten for sale to stabilize operations; affected employees may apply for transfers. The Oklahoman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Norman Public Schools and Grace Skilled Nursing and Therapy run an intergenerational pre-K program where preschoolers and senior residents engage in daily music, reading, and art. Registration is open for families (current class size: 17) as the partnership, started in 2019, strengthens community ties. OU Daily
- ➤ Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Anne Applebaum spoke Wednesday at OU’s Spring 2026 Presidential Speakers Series Dinner at the Oklahoma Memorial Union, where about 600 attendees including OU President Joseph Harroz Jr. and Oklahoma Supreme Court Justice Dustin Rowe heard her discuss political shifts and the challenges of democracy amid rising authoritarianism. OU Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ OU guard Dayton Forsythe underwent ankle surgery on March 27 to repair torn ligaments + a broken bone, and he will miss the College Basketball Crown game in Las Vegas on Wednesday when the Sooners face Colorado. The Oklahoman
- ➤ On Friday at 7 p.m., the Thunder hosted the Bulls at the Paycom Center; Chicago's guard Anfernee Simons was listed as doubtful due to a left wrist fracture while OKC managed missing players including Thomas Sorber (recovering from an ACL surgery) and Nikola Topic from a G League assignment. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU women's basketball gets ready for a Sweet 16 rematch with South Carolina at 4 p.m. on ESPN today in Norman — the Sooners, who beat the Gamecocks in overtime earlier this season, will try to hold their winning edge as both teams show strong growth. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU Skate Club holds its second annual Skatelahoma competition today at 1 p.m. at Blake Baldwin Skatepark on the east edge of Andrews Park with local bands, food trucks, and vendors joining the event as registration runs until 1:30 p.m. OU Daily
- ➤ Quarterback John Mateer explained he is far better after returning to OU to build chemistry with new teammates and refine his mechanics, including a healthier thumb, as he readies for next season. He credited film study and strong relationships with teammates, including coach Jason Witten, for his growth + improvement. News9
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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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