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Tuesday, August 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 12th of August.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Aug. 30, National Grief Awareness Day will be observed as experts from Calm Waters Program urge Norman educators and parents to watch for signs of grief—like changes in sleep and appetite—in children starting school. They advise using free resources to help make classrooms safer for students dealing with loss. News9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Ward 5 Councilmember Michael Nash resigned on Friday after nearly six months in office because his family found a new home outside the ward—Mayor Stephen Tyler Holman said a citizen committee will review applicants to fill his seat until the February elections. KGOU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The AP poll placed Texas at No.1 after a close vote that edged out Penn State by five points—the closest vote since 1998—and the Sooners open the season ranked No.18. News9
- ➤ Former OSU Cowboy Rickie Fowler came up clutch at TPC Southwind on August 10 by closing with a 1-under 69 to finish T6 at 10-under, move to No.48 in the FedEx Cup, and secure his ticket to next week's BMW Championship and next year's eight Signature Events. Local college players Sam Stevens and Viktor Hovland plus former OU Sooner Chris Gotterup are set to compete in next week's PGA Tour playoffs. News9
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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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The master has failed more times than the beginner has even tried.
~ Stephen McCranie
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