Friday, April 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 7 Brew announced it will open its first Norman drive-thru coffee stand (2218 West Main Street) after work began on April 17th at 8:47 a.m. The company said the new store will bring 50 jobs and is set to open later this summer. News9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City officials discussed the nearly complete AIM Norman comprehensive plan at city hall on Thursday—featuring extensive community input across seven planning areas. Norman City Council will consider the plan on June 10 and June 24. OU Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ OU football general manager Jim Nagy hired Kale Pearson as director of high school scouting—Pearson served as Air Force's recruiting director and was a state champion quarterback at Tulsa Union. The Oklahoman
- ➤ The Oklahoma women’s gymnastics team advanced to the NCAA Finals after scoring a 197.550 in Thursday’s semifinal — they will compete for a seventh NCAA title on Saturday at 3 p.m. CT on ABC. News9
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Oklahoma Sooners vs. Mississippi State Bulldogs
1-5 p.m. — Love’s Field — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling college football matchup supporting your favorite team and a good cause.
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Norman Music Festival 2025
Various times — Rotary Park, Norman, OK — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of music, art, and community in the heart of Oklahoma.
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FREE Norman Music Festival
April 24-26 — First Fidelity Bank - Downtown Norman — Free entry — Experience a vibrant celebration of independent music and arts in downtown Norman.
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A Taste of Ireland
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Reynolds Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the Irish music and dance sensation that entertains thousands with humor and history.
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Oklahoma Sooners vs. Texas Longhorns
11 AM – 1 PM — Love's Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience the thrilling rivalry between the Sooners and Longhorns live at Love's Field.
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Comedy Night with Dan Alten
7 p.m. — Legally Brewed — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of hilarious stand-up comedy from a touring comic known for his unique charm.
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Patti LaBelle Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Riverwind Casino — Tickets starting at $66 — Experience the legendary vocals of Patti LaBelle live in Norman.
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Free Electronic Recycling Event
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Reaves Park — Free entry — Safely dispose of your e-waste with community-friendly recycling standards.
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May the Course Be with You 5k
10-11 a.m. — Legacy Park — Registration required — Experience a thrilling Star Wars-themed 5K and Fun Run in a scenic park setting.
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Trail To Recovery 5K
8:30-10 a.m. — Ruby Grant Park — Registration fee applies — A community-focused event supporting recovery with a 5K and 1 mile run/walk.
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