Good morning, Norman.

Actors such as Jason Momoa and Kiefer Sutherland join the cast of the local thriller 'Copperhead.' The movie will film in Oklahoma from Sept.

14 to Nov. 6 and be led by Tulsa filmmaker John Swab — set to boost the local community.

The 2026 Oklahoma Women in Medicine Summit will be held on Sept.

18 in Oklahoma City to help female doctors build support networks + address challenges like burnout and pay gaps. Dr. Elizabeth Saladin of Norman will participate to inspire collaboration and strengthen care.

The demolition of OU Motel in Norman has been pushed from Sept.

1 to mid-September for remediation as safety concerns led to multiple failed sales. The building served as affordable housing for 75 years before closing in Feb. 2025 and is eyed for future redevelopment by its owners.

OU sideline reporter Chris Plank expects the offense to improve this season and highlights breakout players, while new OSU reporter Deion Imade compares the Cowboys to their 2010 team.

OSU opens its season Saturday, Sept. 5 against Tulsa.

Coach Brent Venables said the Sooners are set to open their season Friday against UTEP in Norman (he aims to build an explosive offense with improved play from quarterback John Mateer and standout transfer Lloyd Avant).

Oklahoma high school football Week 1 kicks off with games on Thursday and Friday.

Norman’s team will travel to Westmoore on Friday (Sept. 4) as part of a statewide schedule featuring multiple class matchups.

Norman now has a new girls flag football league that held a free clinic Sunday at Lions Park to introduce local players to the sport.

The Oklahoman’s fall girls sports athlete of the week poll for Aug.

24-30, presented by Landmark Fine Homes, featured nominees from local high schools and closed for voting at noon Sunday (including runners, softball players and volleyball stars).