Good morning, Norman.

Taylor Orebaugh points out that Oklahoma’s health and social services still fall short of true accessibility, leaving over 321,000 adults with disabilities facing barriers from limited funding and outdated infrastructure.

The analysis urges dedicated investment to move beyond a legal checkbox approach — aiming for meaningful community inclusion.

Freshman center fielder Kai Minor led OU softball to an 8-1 win (Sunday's score) over Michigan, setting the tone for its 16th NCAA Super Regional.

The Sooners will face Mississippi State or Saint Mary's at Love's Field next weekend.

On Sunday, May 17, the OU softball team faced Michigan in the NCAA Tournament Norman Regional final at Love’s Field with Coach Patty Gasso at the helm.

The Sooners will challenge either Mississippi State or Saint Mary’s in next weekend’s NCAA Super Regionals if they win.

OKC Thunder star Jalen Williams is set to return today at 7:30 p.m. CT for Game 1 of the Western Conference finals against the Spurs after a 25-day absence due to a grade 1 left hamstring strain.

Ajay Mitchell stepped up in the playoffs after teammate Jalen Williams suffered a Grade 1 hamstring strain, giving Williams needed recovery time as Thunder rallied against the Lakers.

The team will face San Antonio in the Western Conference finals.

SEC teams lead NCAA softball as of May 17, 2026, with eight of 11 teams advancing to super regionals, including Oklahoma Sooners.

The conference may record as many as seven teams in the WCWS — though an all-SEC lineup is impossible because some regional brackets include non-SEC schools.

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.

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.

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.

Lettering Basics Workshop

10 AM – 12 PM — Firehouse Art Center, 444 S Flood Ave, Norman, OK — Cost info not specified — Discover the art of lettering with designs from a local expert.