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Norman
Friday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Infant Crisis Services is hosting a week of activities, drives, and campaigns to honor Diaper Need Awareness Week—about 40 local restaurants and shops are supporting diaper drives to help families facing shortages. Governor Stitt and Mayor Holt have signed proclamations to back the initiative and raise awareness of diaper insecurity. News9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The OU Queer Student Association confirmed it will host Crimson & Queens even though state law bans some drag performances on public property — the group is reviewing legal guidance to ensure the event complies with the new rules. OU Daily
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scientists at the University of Oklahoma began a four-year study working with local homeowners, tribal nation members, and emergency management officials in Norman, Yukon and Ponca City to design ways to reduce damage from falling trees during severe weather. The project will identify vulnerable tree species—helping guide maintenance and emergency response as workshops and events with the Science Museum of Oklahoma and the Sierra Club Oklahoma are planned. KGOU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting Sept 22, a section of James Garner Avenue between Main Street and Gray Street in Norman will be closed to through traffic for about 30 days to start reconstruction work—part of the Gray Street Two-Way 2019 Bond Project approved by voters in April 2018. The Norman Transcript
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Therapist Elli Bilingsley from Sunbeam Family Services shared self-care tips on Thursday, September 18th at 5:14 p.m. as part of Self-care and Suicide Awareness month. She urged anyone feeling off to reach out to trusted people for help—emphasizing that support is available. News9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ OU football offensive coordinator Ben Arbuckle has risen fast from unpaid volunteer to a key coach and is now mentioned as a future head coach candidate. He has transformed the offense in three opening games—raising its yardage and sparking praise for his active coaching style. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU softball added catcher/infielder Riley Hilliard to its 2027 recruiting class—she is ranked as the No. 11 prospect in Softball America. Hilliard, a member of the Orange County Batbusters Stith club from La Mirada, announced her decision on Instagram. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU football released its second availability report ahead of the Auburn game tomorrow — listing offensive lineman Michael Fasusi as probable and upgrading several other players while noting injuries and game-time decisions. Fans will see more details updated until 90 minutes before kickoff. The Oklahoman
- ➤ USA TODAY Sports released a revised list of top college football quarterbacks after Week 3 that shows local signal-caller John Mateer rising along with Miami's Carson Beck despite concerns over early interceptions — the rankings also note shifts for players from Oregon, Nebraska, and USC, opening the door for new contenders. The update highlights that even established stars are being re-evaluated as the season progresses. The Oklahoman
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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.
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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.
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