Saturday, July 19th, 2025
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of July.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Brookings Institution report says Oklahoma's Native communities risk losing $3 billion in essential services funding due to a proposed federal grant freeze—this move is under judicial review and could violate long-standing treaties. KGOU
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Veterinarian Dr. Rebekah Hartfield warned pet and livestock owners that rabies remained a threat in Oklahoma after recent cases led to quarantine of animals and aggressive behavior in a show heifer. She urged owners to vaccinate their animals with veterinarian-administered vaccines—which meet legal requirements—to prevent the deadly disease. News9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At SEC Media Days on July 18th in Atlanta, the Sooners set to begin their first SEC season with a big test against Michigan coming in week two—head coach Brent Venables said the game will test the team's strength while defensive end R Mason Thomas aims to break his record of 14 sacks. They plan to use the matchup to gauge readiness for the season. News9
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Beats & Bites Festival featuring Kansas
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Riverwind Casino — Ticket prices vary — A night of classic rock and food trucks featuring legendary bands Kansas and Starship.
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Glass Bead Suncatcher Workshop
2-3 p.m. — Uncanny Art House — Cost not specified — Create a vibrant glass bead suncatcher in this fun workshop with artist Lindsey Martin-Prascher.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves.
~ Carl Jung
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