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Sunday, May 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A jury found 19-year-old Canaan Jenkins guilty of assault for his role in the September 2023 shooting at the Oklahoma State Fair — his self-defense claim was rejected and he will be sentenced for both the shooting charge and a separate robbery charge on June 30. News9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued a consumer alert for Oklahomans who used 23andMe because the company filed for bankruptcy and may sell customer genetic data—Drummond’s office advises consumers to log in, download their data, and delete it to safeguard their privacy. News9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a 113-104 overtime loss to the Nuggets on Friday, the OKC Thunder were two losses from elimination and must win three of their next four games to advance—this result marks a stark change from their record-setting regular season. Key players like Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams showed signs of struggle in high-pressure moments—forcing the team to adjust quickly in this challenging playoff series. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Oklahoma high school soccer playoffs for Classes 6A, 5A, 4A, and 3A show first round and quarterfinal results with teams like Edmond North beating Yukon 2 to 0 and Broken Arrow winning over Jenks. Semifinal matches will take place on May 13 and include games such as Norman North at Edmond Memorial and Jenks at Norman North— as teams look to advance further in the tournament. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU softball's SEC Tournament title game against Texas A&M in Athens is delayed by steady rain—officials said the game was moved from 4 p.m. to noon CT as they hope a break in the weather will allow play to resume. The Oklahoman
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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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Essential Skills Basketball Camp
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Premier Sportsplex — $97 fee for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills focused on scoring, ball handling, and teamwork.
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