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Friday, June 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Norman's Mission Hope Pantry expanded into a new $1.3 million facility built by more than 400 volunteers that began serving 500 to 700 families monthly on June 26th. The pantry uses a client-choice shopping model and also provides assistance with rent and other essential needs. News9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ University of Oklahoma senior Mohamed Elgouhari was named a finalist in the SEC Start Up competition for his gamified rehab app Gametime Rehab that helps injured athletes stay motivated in recovery. He developed the app through an OU accelerator and will begin pilot testing it this fall. News9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, more than half of Oklahoma’s public colleges requested tuition hikes for the upcoming school year with 15 institutions asking for increases averaging 1.9 percent while 10 did not – state regents voted on the proposals on Thursday and college leaders said the hikes were needed to cover rising costs such as inflation and higher health insurance expenses. KGOU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Paul Abner now leads the Oklahoma Life Foundation—a nonprofit in charge of millions in state money to help pregnant women by reimbursing groups that offer services such as ultrasounds, mental health care and transportation. The organization will manage its own process for selecting partners instead of using a competitive bid as it allocates funds from the Choosing Childbirth program. KGOU
- ➤ Gov. Kevin Stitt signed an executive order on June 26 that ended the state’s recommendation of fluoridation in public water systems and removed artificial food coloring from government-funded food programs as part of the Make Oklahoma Healthy Again initiative. Medical professionals criticized the move—warning it may harm residents who lack access to regular dental care and healthy food options. The Oklahoman
SPORTS NEWS
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Firecracker 5k & 1-mile Fun Run
8-9 a.m. — Legacy Park — Participation fees apply — Celebrate Independence Day with a spirited run for a good cause in Norman.
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Boys Soccer Camp at The University of Oklahoma
12 p.m. - 4 p.m. — The University of Oklahoma — Cost varies — An immersive soccer experience for young athletes focused on improving skills and teamwork.
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Beautiful - The Carole King Musical
2:00 – 3:30 PM — Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless music and inspiring story of Carole King in this acclaimed musical.
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Beats & Bites Festival featuring John Waite and Paul Young
6:30-10:00 p.m. — Riverwind Casino — Check event page for pricing — Celebrate Oklahoma's finest with live music, food trucks, and a fireworks show.
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~ Confucius
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