Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of July.
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🏘️ Community
Beyond offers trauma-informed support groups and resources for adoptive families facing post-adoption challenges, including teen transitions.
In 2026, it has served 38 families and reached 105 attendees, and its new Ministry Toolkit (designed for local churches) will help expand support statewide.
💼 Business
Bee Healthy Cafe is testing a rebranding to its sister brand Nature's Table by converting its Quail Springs Parkway location beginning Aug.
1; CEO Cody Pepper said the move will assess customer response while the chain keeps its focus on high-quality, nutritious food at all its metro-area sites.
🏈 Sports
On Friday, Jul. 11 the OKC Thunder lost 96-84 to the Lakers in an NBA Summer League game in Las Vegas.
Rookie Bennett Stirtz scored 18 points in a strong second half, showing promise despite the loss.
The MLB Draft is underway in Philadelphia as Oklahoma baseball draws local interest; OU shortstop Jaxon Willits is projected to be the first Sooners pick following their College World Series win.
Coverage begins today at 10:30 a.m. (via NBC & MLB Network).
🎉 Norman Events
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Nike Basketball Skills Camp 2026
9 a.m. - 3 p.m. — Young Family Athletic Center — $399 — Enhance your basketball skills with expert coaching in a fun and dynamic environment.
SINGO Night Fundraiser for Boys & Girls Club
6-9 p.m. — The Standard — Free entry • $5 SINGO cards — Enjoy Disney and Classic SINGO while supporting local youth with food, drinks, and prizes.
Children and Family Center Event
10 a.m.–2 p.m. — Center For Children and Families, Inc. — Free entry — A community event focused on providing services and resources for families and children.
Teaching Climate Across the Curriculum: Tools and Strategies for K–12
8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — National Weather Center (NWC) — Registration required — Explore hands-on workshops to integrate climate science into your K–12 teaching across all subjects.
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