Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On March 20, a memorial service was held at Victory Family Church in Norman to honor Todd Pendleton, a volunteer firefighter who died in a tanker rollover while responding to a house fire (Goldsby Fire Chief Brian Jenkins was also killed). News9
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Mortgage rates remain above 6% in the market — due in part to global oil price swings — yet local lenders expect a strong spring season as buyers turn to adjustable-rate mortgages and new construction deals. Experts note that buyers are readjusting plans with more contracts signed weekly. The Oklahoman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ OU baseball tried to avoid a three-game sweep at Texas (the final game of the Red River Rivalry) on Saturday, March 28 in Austin after losses of 14-0 and 4-3 in earlier games. The Oklahoman
- ➤ The OU women's basketball team faced South Carolina yesterday at 4 p.m. CT at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento (Calif.) for an Elite Eight spot, following an earlier upset over the Gamecocks. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Freshman guard Aaliyah Chavez is optimistic about next season—she expects returning players to drive OU women's basketball toward a competitive run after a Sweet 16 exit to South Carolina. The Oklahoman
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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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