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Friday, August 15th, 2025
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Martin Park Nature Center offers free and low-cost nature events— a Botany Walk on August 22nd from 6pm-7pm for plant enthusiasts and an animal tracking hike on September 27th from 10am-11:30am with a $5 pre-registration fee—while park grounds remain open Wednesday through Sunday with seasonal hours. News9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Oklahoma is partnering with TimelyCare to give students free, 24/7 mental health and medical care through a mobile app+ the service builds on campus resources so students can access care anytime from anywhere. News9
- ➤ Oklahoma school districts will keep charging lunch fees despite state Superintendent Ryan Walters’ push for free meals—district officials say fully funding free meals would require major cost cuts, and Norman Public Schools confirmed they are not changing plans ahead of the school year. This decision affects both fee-based and free meal programs in the area. The Oklahoman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Aug. 14, the Ethics Commission approved that lawmakers may use campaign funds for security measures—such as camera systems, alarms, and cybersecurity software—following safety concerns raised after a Minnesota lawmaker was killed. They cannot use the funds to hire security guards or purchase weapons. The Oklahoman
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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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Pepper Festival at Choctaw Creek Park
6-8 p.m. — Choctaw Creek Park — Free to attend — Enjoy live music, arts & crafts, delicious food, and a pepper eating contest.
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Crimson Friday Concert
2-4:30 a.m. — Campus Corner — Free entry — Celebrate gameday with live music before the University of Oklahoma homegame.
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Cirque du Soleil: OVO
Thu-Sun, Sep 11-14th — Paycom Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant, enchanting world of insects in this mesmerizing Cirque du Soleil performance.
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