Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 29th of July.
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Norman City Council approved an agreement with Dr Pepper/Seven Up Inc to paint the Fansville logo on the Lindsey Street water tower tank — the artwork is set to install by Oct.
15 ahead of an Oklahoma Sooners game to turn the tower into a local tourist attraction.
Energy Secretary Jeff Starling explained Oklahoma’s proposal for a federal Nuclear Lifecycle Innovation Campus that could boost research, manufacturing, advanced reactor technology, fuel recycling, and job growth.
Oklahoma is one of five finalists as the Department of Energy (DOE) prepares to negotiate the project’s details.
Muscogee Nation's legislative council unanimously approved a resolution on Saturday opposing the $4 billion aluminum smelter planned for Inola because it could pollute air and water, harm wildlife, and disrupt energy systems on reservation land.
After a severe storm over the Fourth of July weekend, Norman spent over $1.5 million on cleanup efforts — crews began work on July 9 and have since removed over 20,000 cubic yards of debris from residential areas.
Oklahoma officials reported 303 cyclosporiasis cases (298 confirmed and 5 probable) as of July 27, with 18 hospitalizations and no deaths.
Health officials advise washing produce and maintaining good hygiene to prevent further infections.
Oklahoma’s Athletic Director Roger Denny said the university is carefully reviewing corporate jersey sponsorships as schools like Notre Dame+Ohio State secure lucrative deals that add corporate logos to uniforms.
The Sooners will only proceed if a partner fits their cherished crimson-and-cream tradition.
Former Oklahoma Sooners star and NFL MVP Adrian Peterson will join the Vikings Ring of Honor as the 29th member on Nov.
9 during Monday Night Football against the Bills. The recognition marks a milestone in his record-setting career with Minnesota.
The OKC Thunder extended an offer sheet to Spencer Jones yesterday, making him the second restricted free agent after C.J.
Miles received the offer in 2008, and the Nuggets matched the offer on Sunday night.
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