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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ USACE officials warned on May 8th that 89% of drowning fatalities at Oklahoma lakes involved visitors not wearing life jackets—urging families to follow safety steps as the 2025 recreation season begins. News9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Melissa Provenzano—a lawmaker battling breast cancer—said Wednesday that she will try to override Governor Kevin Stitt’s veto of a bill that would add free diagnostic screenings, noting that the measure passed unanimously in the House and by a 34-11 vote in the Senate on May 8. KGOU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma health officials advised school districts to contact parents of children with vaccine exemptions about a measles outbreak—urging them to monitor for symptoms and stress the need for vaccination. The memo comes as state records show 14 confirmed cases while national cases approach 1,000, and more parents are now scheduling immunizations. The Oklahoman
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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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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.
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Randy Rogers Band Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Riverwind Casino — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hottest country melodies from the Randy Rogers Band.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Gabriel Guillén Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Depot — Tickets available — Experience the rich melodies of Gabriel Guillén, a celebrated Venezuelan artist with international acclaim.
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