Good Day
Norman
Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ With the spring semester over, KGOU salutes Gaylord College students who completed a practicum in digital media production, news reporting, and community calendar production. Three part-time student employees remain on staff, and Jack Walters will join them this summer + expand the station's community programming. KGOU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma’s softball team earned the third seed in the NCAA Tournament bracket announced on Sunday, May 10, and is seeking revenge after missing a championship series since 2018 (they will host future matchups if they advance). The Oklahoman
- ➤ The NCAA softball tournament starts this week and features standout players like OU freshman Kendall Wells and OSU ace Ruby Meylan as 16 regionals lead up to the Women’s College World Series in Oklahoma City. The Oklahoman
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Graduation Weekend Celebration
12:05 PM – 10:05 PM — NOUN Hotel, Norman — Cost varies — Celebrate accomplishments with pop-up shops, dining, live music, and handcrafted cocktails.
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Safety Town 2026
9 a.m. – 12:10 p.m. — Sooner Mall — Free entry — Learn essential safety skills in a fun, hands-on environment for children aged 5-6.
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Uncanny Garage Sale
Uncanny Garage Sale — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Uncanny Art House — Free entry — Explore a treasure trove of art supplies, furniture, and unique finds while supporting the local art community.
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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
June 9-11 — Premier Sportsplex — Registration required — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills focused on scoring and ball handling.
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