Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of July.
Good morning, Norman.
Children from different faith traditions attended the second annual interfaith camp at St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church, where they learned about spiritual practices, cultural dances, and the concept of tzedaka (charity) during four evenings of activities.
Organizers said the event built understanding and strengthened community bonds in Norman.
State leaders are working to reverse a nearly 40% drop in full-teacher certification since 2013—emergency certified educators now fill key classroom roles.
Officials said the decline may impact the quality of teaching in local schools.
Norman City Council will vote Tuesday on an agreement with Dr. Pepper/Seven Up, Inc. to paint the Fansville logo on the Lindsey Street water tower as a tourism attraction; the football-themed artwork will be installed by Oct.
15 as Dr. Pepper pays $500,000 over 10 years.
The EPA will change diesel exhaust fluid rules to remove automatic deratements that slow down engines for vehicles running low on DEF.
The proposal will benefit local truck drivers, farmers and ranchers, and the public may comment during the 45-day feedback period.
Health officials report that a cyclosporiasis outbreak now includes Oklahoma and other states, with contaminated produce linked to bacteria that causes explosive diarrhea (a serious symptom).
OU and OSU will face off in a men’s and women’s doubleheader at Paycom Center on Dec.
12. Season ticket holders get presale access beginning at 10 a.m. CT on July 27 and public sales start Aug. 7 — one ticket admits entry to both games.
Georgia is the preseason favorite to win the SEC title game on Dec.
5 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, while Oklahoma is projected to finish seventh and has 11 players earning preseason honors including three first-team selections on special teams.
The Sooners won their third NCAA baseball title on July 24 and now celebrate with a new 112-page book titled BOOM TIMES (available with a 10% discount) that showcases behind-the-scenes photos and game highlights.
Fans can also purchase exclusive page prints to relive the championship moment.
Former Alabama All-American Roman Harper stated at SEC Media Days that Oklahoma’s top defense and improved offense are key to its SEC championship run.
He noted the team must balance quarterback growth (including a tougher run game) as it faces road games in Michigan, Georgia and Florida.
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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