Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
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🎓 Education
After the first week of the 2025-26 school year, Norman Public Schools reported that students had embraced the bell-to-bell phone ban with very few rule violations.
Superintendent Nick Migliorino and Norman High officials said teachers consistently enforced the policy by storing devices and turning off smart watches—fostering better interactions among students and staff—.
🏛️ Government
Pete Reed launched a statewide tour to honor Native American veterans that will visit 100 communities across Oklahoma beginning tomorrow to raise funds for a new monument at the state Capitol.
The Season of the Warrior Campaign aims to raise $2.5 million — an effort backed by local leaders and community support.
🎉 Norman Events
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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.
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.
Crimson Friday Concert
2-4:30 a.m. — Campus Corner — Free entry — Celebrate gameday with live music before the University of Oklahoma homegame.
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.
🏠 Norman Real Estate
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💼 Norman Job Board
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📣 Norman Announcements
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