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Monday, August 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 4th of August.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents can ease back-to-school stress by following Anna’s House Foundation tips—such as setting routines and staying calm—to help kids adjust as school starts in two weeks. The foundation said that clear routines and calm behavior help children, including those in new environments, prepare for the upcoming school year. News9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Senator Nikki Nice is pushing to make Juneteenth a state holiday by citing Oklahoma’s historic ties from 1866 treaties signed after the battle of Honey Springs — she is urging supporters to contact their state legislators as the effort continues, even though Juneteenth is already recognized federally. News9
- ➤ Oklahoma lawmakers honored late Governor George Nigh on August 3rd as a model of bipartisan leadership and called for more civility in today’s political climate. They noted his service as state representative, lieutenant governor, governor, and university president—emphasizing that respectful dialogue among officials can unite the state. News9
- ➤ Cleveland County Commissioners are discussing today a proposal that would let Oklahoma City house its inmates at the Cleveland County Detention Center with a rate of $68 per inmate per day plus transportation and emergency costs—officials and Norman Mayor Stephen Tyler Holman expressed concern about how inmates would be returned to Oklahoma City and the potential for overcrowding. OU Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ An OU researcher discovered that the genetic defect in Friedreich’s ataxia is not always the same, which may have caused some families to receive the wrong diagnosis. The breakthrough could change how the condition is diagnosed and studied—his team will use new federal funding to retest patients and correct past errors. KGOU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After a 6-7 season last year, OU football is starting preseason camp this week—hoping to turn things around with key games against Auburn on Sept. 20th and Michigan on Sept. 6th—and coach Brent Venables has rebuilt the offense to prepare for a tough schedule. The Oklahoman
- ➤ On Sunday, August 3rd, John Holcomb and Toby Rowland broke down the top talent in major collegiate football teams on Oklahoma Ford Sports Blitz — the segment highlighted players expected to make notable impacts in the upcoming 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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Red Clay Roots Festival
1 PM – 7 PM — The Standard — Admission details TBA — Vibe to amazing tunes and connect with fellow music lovers at this vibrant festival.
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