Good morning, Norman.

A Central Oklahoma car club hosted its annual car show on Saturday at Andrews Park, raising $8,000 to support Food and Shelter.

The event provided a local gathering spot for community members to enjoy classic cars and support a vital nonprofit.

Mooney’s Pub & Grill will open at the former Hollywood Corners site on Aug.

15 after construction on the Toby Keith Expressway forced its relocation, and management says the move will honor the venue’s legacy by working with Keith’s family.

As temperatures soar under a heat dome this week, Norman residents are urged to help local wildlife by placing fresh water and native plants in their yards.

WildCare Oklahoma advises leaving injured animals undisturbed and avoiding pesticides — simple steps that help baby birds, raccoons, and critters beat the heat.

The American Red Cross declared a second national blood crisis due to low donations and added pressures like extreme heat and wildfires affecting supply.

Local drives in Oklahoma will seek more type O donors, and donors can earn incentives (Fandango movie tickets and Amazon gift cards) until Aug. 31.

The Oklahoma Coaches Association All-State golf tournament took place Monday, July 27 at Kickingbird in Edmond, with West and East teams competing while local Norman golfers (Grant Maher and Benson Dieham) were featured in team photos and on-course action.

USA TODAY Network columnist Blake Toppmeyer reported that OU football ranks second among SEC programs based on winning percentage and historic success, with Alabama at the top.

The review highlighted OU’s blue-blood legacy, including seven Heisman winners + decades of strong performance.

Oklahoma men's basketball announced its 2026-27 schedule with a season opener against East Texas A&M on Nov.

2 at Lloyd Noble Center and SEC play beginning at home against Kentucky on Jan. 2. The schedule includes additional nonconference games against teams like Syracuse and SMU.

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