Good morning, Norman.

Severe storms and possible hail moved northeast toward Norman and OU’s campus on April 28—the National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for Cleveland County until 11 p.m. as the conditions developed.

Oklahoma residents 18 and older must obtain a REAL ID by May 7 to avoid new travel restrictions—adults without it will not be allowed to fly domestically or enter federal buildings and some military bases, though TSA will accept other approved IDs for domestic flights.

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is asking Norman residents for input on a proposed turnpike route planned west of Lake Thunderbird.

Spokesperson Terri Angier said the OTA explained aspects of the new route Tuesday — aiming to counter local opposition claims.

OU softball continued its winning run against Texas last week—beating the Longhorns and regaining the top spot in The Oklahoman's College Softball Super 16 rankings.

Despite earlier losses to Missouri, Tennessee and Alabama, the Sooners built on a 36-3 record since 2015 by scoring 23 runs in three games against Texas.

Oklahoma softball climbed to first in the SEC power rankings after sweeping Texas in Norman—scoring a total of 23 runs—and Coach Patty Gasso said the team stayed steady after a tough series at Alabama in mid-April.

With one weekend left in regular season play, Oklahoma’s SEC softball team will secure the top seed in next week’s tournament if it wins at least two games in its Florida series—Texas A&M and Tennessee also have paths to claim the No. 1 seed with key wins and help from Florida.

The standings show Oklahoma at 16-5, and the final conference race remains fluid as teams prepare for upcoming matchups.

Patti LaBelle Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Riverwind Casino — Tickets starting at $66 — Experience the legendary vocals of Patti LaBelle live in Norman.

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.

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.

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.

South Norman Women Entrepreneurs Coffee Meetup

9:30-10:30 a.m. — Sip at Selah — Free entry — Network by enjoying a laid-back coffee atmosphere while connecting with local women entrepreneurs.

Randy Rogers Band Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Riverwind Casino — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hottest country melodies from the Randy Rogers Band.

FREE May Fair Arts Festival

10 a.m.-6 p.m. — Campus Corner — Free entry; 5K, $35 — Enjoy a vibrant arts festival featuring kids' rides, art activities, and live entertainment.

OKC Philharmonic Concert in Scissortail Park

8 p.m. — Love's Travel Stops Stage and Great Lawn — Free entry — Experience the rich sounds of the Oklahoma City Philharmonic in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Baby Goats & Beer Festival

2-7 p.m. — 405 Brewing Co. — $25 entry — Enjoy an afternoon with baby goats and a pint of delicious beer at a family-friendly event.

Southern Style Powwow Singing Sessions

6-9 p.m. — Jacobson House Native Art Center — Free entry — Experience a blend of instruction and traditional powwow singing sessions for all skill levels.