Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of May.
Good morning, Norman.
Oklahoma's Department of Human Services guidelines advise that children under six should never be left home alone, while kids aged 6 and 7 should be supervised for less than an hour (with an available adult).
Older children may be left unsupervised longer based on their maturity, with elementary-age kids staying for one to two hours and middle schoolers for up to four hours (if another responsible adult is nearby).
Gov. Kevin Stitt vetoed a bill that would have made falsely claiming a pet as a service animal a misdemeanor, saying criminalizing the practice is an overreaction.
Lawmakers may try to override the veto by May 30, but a previous vote did not support the change—critics urge seeking alternative solutions.
In the playoffs, the Thunder hit 42% of their three-point shots at home but only 25% on the road at Denver.
Coach Daigneault said the team struggled with a different gym and a hostile crowd—issues they must fix for future games.
The No. 2 seeded OU softball team will face Boston University today at 5 p.m. CT from Love's Field in Norman during the NCAA Tournament Regional — the game airs on ESPNU.
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.
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.
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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