Good morning, Norman.

A memorial bench honoring Steve—nicknamed 'The Guitar Man'—was dedicated in front of The Diner today by his family to honor his music and kind spirit.

The bench stands as a reminder of his lifelong passion for playing and the joy he brought to Main Street.

Norman Police are asking for help finding 46-year-old Chad Dewayne Duncan, who has been missing since February and was last seen in Oklahoma City—family and investigators remain concerned for his safety.

Monarch butterflies are seen in Oklahoma as their fall migration peaks in late September through early October, with sightings common near I-35 and popular spots in Oklahoma City—Norman will host its annual Monarchs in the Park festival on Sept.

28 to support the endangered species.

Oklahoma kindergartners had a 5.7% vaccine exemption rate last school year compared to 3.6% nationally, which raises the risk of outbreaks of measles and whooping cough.

Health officials, schools & medical providers are working to boost immunization rates with new policies and walk-in clinics before the next school year begins.

Fans are asked to vote for the best defensive back among 20 top players in Oklahoma high school football for the 2025 season—votes will close at noon on Sept.

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OU Athletic Director Joe Castiglione previewed the Sooners' season opener against Illinois State tomorrow and discussed SEC challenges, enhanced fan experiences, and new quarterback John Mateer during an August 28th interview—he also reflected on his upcoming retirement and his future role in supporting OU athletes.

Experts are split with Clemson and Texas favored to win the national championship and picked Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik as the top contender for the Heisman Trophy as the season begins in Week 1.

Oklahoma coach Brent Venables—who made key offseason moves—is expected to guide his team to bounce back after a tough season.

Coleman Ramsey, a Westmoore graduate who coached at the school for 15 years and at McLoud most recently, has been named the new head coach at Westmoore after David White resigned, and the Jaguars—who finished 2-9 last year—will face Moore at 7 p.m. today.

USA TODAY Sports writer Matt Hayes details 25 key college football games that will shape the playoff race, starting with Texas at Ohio State on Aug 30 and featuring matchups like Michigan at Oklahoma on Sept 6 and Oklahoma at Alabama on Nov 15—each game carrying predictions that could alter the playoff field.

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.

Alex Bergan, Will Stucky, and Garrett Owen Live

8-11:30 p.m. — Opolis — $11.29 — Experience an evening of folk music with talented artists in the heart of Norman.

Oklahoma Sooners vs. Auburn Tigers

2:30-4:30 p.m. — Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium — Cost info not provided — Watch a thrilling college football matchup between Auburn and Oklahoma.

Route 66 Balloon Festival

7 a.m. – 10 p.m. — Parkhurst Pumpkin Patch — Check for admission fees — Experience colorful hot air balloons lighting up the Arcadia sky.