Good morning, Norman.

OU alum Sean McGee released the concept album for his musical The Dust Bowl Radio Hour Monday (inspired by local history) as it follows a young boy searching for his missing mother amid the Dust Bowl.

The album features both established performers and newcomers as the musical continues development.

OU Daily will host its annual Giving Day from April 1-14, inviting support through donations + scholarship funds + merchandise sales to back the only independent student-run news organization that has enriched Norman since 1916.

Vital Vet Urgent Pet Care opened at 3233 N.

Flood last month and now offers after hours urgent care for cats and dogs. The clinic is open Monday, Thursday and Friday from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

OU women's basketball ended its season in the Sweet 16 and now looks to the transfer portal (opening Monday) to add talent around star freshman Aaliyah Chavez for next season after key veterans lost eligibility.

OU basketball guard Jeff Nwankwo will enter the transfer portal after averaging 2.9 points in 24 games last season.

His agent confirmed the decision on Monday, April 6, and the move follows reduced playing time and missed games due to injury.

SEC baseball rankings from April 6 show Texas leading plus Georgia rising after a sweep of Mississippi State; Oklahoma, a local surprise early on, sits 10th and is preparing to build on series wins.

OU star Raegan Beers, a 6 ft 4 center who averaged 15.8 points, is projected to be a second round pick in the upcoming WNBA Draft on Monday, Apr.

13 at The Shed at Hudson Yards, with mock drafts mentioning teams such as the Washington Mystics & Chicago Sky.

Linebacker Owen Heinecke is suing the NCAA for an extra season to complete his master’s while captaining his team after missing 2022; NCAA argued his choice to accept a lacrosse scholarship was his responsibility, and an emergency hearing is set for 8:30 a.m. Thursday, April 16 (Cleveland County District Court).

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.

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.

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.