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Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 8th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Nearing 50 years, the Medieval Fair of Norman opens Friday at Reaves Park and runs through Sunday, drawing thousands of visitors to celebrate the Middle Ages in a tradition started by OU students in 1977. The Norman Transcript
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma lawmakers advanced education bills to extend school days, shift statewide testing for grades 3–8 to the final four weeks, and limit adjuncts teaching core subjects; changes will take effect in July 2027 if funding thresholds are met (affecting nearly all school districts). The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU Daily appointed Alana Trotman as fall-spring sales manager, Chace Massie as fall assistant sales manager and Krista Fleming as fall-spring marketing manager for the 2026-27 academic year; they begin their roles in August. OU Daily
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Norman voters approved an $8 million bond on Tuesday to fund a permanent homeless shelter on Reed Avenue; the 54.25% winning vote of 17,427 ballots will support construction within two years and help City Care provide a low-barrier facility for up to 120 people with nearby services. OU Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The OKC Thunder defeated the Lakers 123-87 Tuesday night at Crypto.com Arena, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 25 points and eight assists. They will play the Clippers at 9 p.m. CT Wednesday to try to secure the Western top seed. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU men's basketball opened its transfer portal after the season ended, with players including 7-foot-1 forward Andreas Holst and guard Jeff Nwankwo planning to seek new opportunities. New GM Lucas McKay will rebuild the team for an NCAA Tournament run as the portal stays open until April 21. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Defensive lineman Brian Harris has committed to OU after comparing (five schools) and praising the program’s welcoming atmosphere and coaching approach. He will join a strong defensive line group as he develops under co-defensive coordinator Todd Bates. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Alabama climbed to the top of SEC softball rankings after defeating Texas over the weekend, and Oklahoma, known for its strong offense, readies for an upcoming rivalry series with Texas in Austin this week (the match is one of the season's most anticipated). The Oklahoman
- ➤ OSSAA has established a new committee to review its 24 rules. The panel (with between 12 and 15 members nominated from 482 schools) will meet monthly from May to December to propose rule changes for a future vote. The Oklahoman
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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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