Good morning, Norman.

Norman City Council approved expanding the Islamic Society mosque Tuesday, adding a youth center and parking, while an appeal filed Wednesday challenges the homeless shelter bond approval.

OU announced Sunday that men's golf coach Ryan Hybl will resign at season’s end to join Georgia Tech.

Ward 1 Councilmember David Gandesbery said the local homeless shelter was closed temporarily on Jun.

10 as officials reviewed concerns about its operations. Neighbors have begun speaking up, and officials are expected to provide further updates soon.

Norman's city-owned emergency shelter on Gray Street closed after a fire marshal inspection found code violations and deficiencies — First Presbyterian Church is offering temporary shelter while City Care expects the facility to reopen today pending clearance.

Norman officials considered allowing temporary camping on residential property and sought community input to address housing challenges.

They will review proposals in upcoming city council meetings (details remain under review).

A state committee reviewed free speech complaints involving Charlie Kirk-related incidents at OSU and OU on June 10, approving recommendations to enhance training at OSU while OU followed standard procedures under privacy rules.

Nationwide, measles cases have surged with 2,030 reported infections from 38 states in 2026 (state health numbers are updated monthly); Oklahoma has registered only one confirmed case in an unvaccinated person.

Officials stress that vaccination is the best protection.

OMRF launched the TSET Institute for a Healthier Oklahoma on June 10, 2026 using a $9.9M grant to study inflammation, impaired immunity and accelerated aging.

The institute will expand research facilities and telehealth to serve underserved communities statewide.

Former OU basketball player Ana Llanusa was named head coach for Norman High School girls' basketball on Tuesday, June 10; she replaces Chad Thrailkill after a challenging season and brings a strong background from her collegiate and assistant coaching roles.

Oklahoma will kick off their 12th College World Series appearance on Saturday at 2 p.m. as the Sooners, after hitting 35 home runs in 14 games, face Alabama in Omaha (following a strong postseason run).

Former OU softball star Sydney Romero hit a solo home run during the Spark’s AUSL debut on June 10 at Tom Heath Field, sparking a friendly rivalry with her sister Sierra and helping secure a 13-5 run-rule win over the Texas Volts.

The series continues through Thursday.

OU football set the SEC kickoff windows for the 2026 season.

The Sooners will face Texas at 2:30 p.m. on Oct. 10 in Dallas and travel to Athens for a flex-timed game on Sept. 26—exact kickoff times remain to be confirmed for most matchups.

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.

Summer Solstice Celebration at Magic Forest

4-10:30 p.m. — Magic Forest Retreat Center — $100 — Celebrate the longest day with yoga, swimming, sauna, and music around the fire.

Nike Softball Camp at Oklahoma Christian University

9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Oklahoma Christian University — $409 — Enhance softball skills in a fun and supportive environment with experienced coaching.

OU Corrosion Control Course

June 23-25 — Embassy Suites by Hilton Norman Hotel & Conference Center — Registration fee required — Enhance your corrosion prevention knowledge at this annual training event.

NFourth Fest 250 Celebration

4-10 p.m. — Reaves Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with food trucks, yard games, contests, and live music by prominent artists.