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Norman
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Mexican restaurant Mickey'z Corner will open on Campus Corner soon and will offer local diners authentic dishes in a bright new setting — details on hours and menu will be shared later. OU Daily
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Recent Norman sales tax receipts show that after OU joined the SEC, football season revenues reached roughly $9 million monthly, while graduation weekend receipts dropped by up to $600,000 compared with Big 12 years; officials say marquee match-ups drive more visitors + boost local businesses. OU Daily
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ OU students will meet with over 50 legislators on Tuesday, Apr. 7 at the state capitol as part of Higher Education Day. Organized by OU’s Student Government Association, the event lets students from multiple universities discuss funding, scholarships and higher education policy with local lawmakers. OU Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After defeating the Pistons, OKC Thunder need five wins to clinch the No. 1 seed in the West as they remain two games ahead of the Spurs with six games left before playoffs. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Oklahoma football added Isaac Coughran (6-foot-4, 295-pound offensive lineman) as its seventh commitment in March during Future Freaks weekend in Norman. He was recruited from Katy and will return to campus in May. The Oklahoman
- ➤ On Monday, March 31, OU basketball coach Porter Moser said he appreciated AD Roger Denny's decision to give him a sixth year, noting improved resources for men’s basketball (after a challenging season) as he prepares his roster with the transfer portal opening soon. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Oklahoma Sooners coach Brent Venables called last season’s run game 'pathetic' and is making changes by hiring a new running backs coach (Deland McCullough) and testing an outside zone in practice. He aims to improve the offense by refining fundamentals for the upcoming season. The Oklahoman
- ➤ On Monday night, Gilgeous-Alexander scored 47 points as the Thunder beat the Pistons 114-110 in overtime for their 60th win, extending his record to 136 consecutive games with at least 20 points. The team now leads the Western Conference ahead of upcoming games against the Raptors and Lakers. News9
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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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