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Monday, May 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Long-time scooter rider Jason Mechling said he nearly got injured after encountering rocks near construction and reminded riders to ring bells for pedestrians, and Assistant OU Professor Dr. Chance Nichols warned that scooter accidents can cause severe injuries—prompting calls for helmet use and adherence to traffic rules. News9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers in Oklahoma have been grappling with budget uncertainty and mental health funding issues as they investigate payroll irregularities in the Department of Mental Health while signing a new law banning student cell phone use and moving several bills forward ahead of the May 31 constitutional deadline — officials say talks have been productive despite unresolved federal uncertainties. News9
- ➤ Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond advised local residents who used 23andMe to delete their data because the company filed for bankruptcy in March after a data breach and now plans to sell its assets—possibly including user genetic information. 23andMe said its privacy policies and laws will keep customer data safe regardless of any change in ownership. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Senate Bill 1039 will ease medical marijuana licensing by not denying applications for clerical errors and by giving a 30-day grace period for missing documents — the measure faces an uncertain future as it moves to a small committee before lawmakers finish their session by May 30. The Oklahoman
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Mental Health Association Oklahoma launched its A Better Way — Opportunity Knocks initiative to address homelessness in Norman on May 9. City officials including CEO Carrie Blumert, outgoing mayor Larry Heikkila, and mayor-elect Stephen Tyler Holman attended the event as a branded van was unveiled to support the program. The Oklahoman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ In a hard-fought Game 4 on Sunday, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the OKC Thunder to a 92-87 win over the Denver Nuggets that tied the series 2-2 — his clutch play kept the team from falling into a 3-1 deficit. Game 5 will be held in Oklahoma City at 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. 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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