Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
Good morning, Norman.
First responders from Cleveland County gathered in Reaves Park on Saturday for the fifth annual Clash for a Cause—an event featuring kickball among firefighters, police officers and medical personnel—to raise funds for Fostering Futures.
Pioneer Library System's Touch-a-Truck event celebrated 20 years as kids explored police cars, garbage trucks, and trolley buses from several agencies in Norman, Moore and the University of Oklahoma—featuring a K-9 unit.
The city has started a project to stabilize the streambank along Imhoff Creek south of W.
Imhoff Road and east of State Highway 9 as part of Norman's Stormwater Master Plan—work first identified in the 2009 plan by Jason Murphy.
Several months ago, Oklahoma officials ended the state's fluoride recommendation in drinking water as part of a Make Oklahoma Healthy Again campaign— a decision a recent report by the American Dental Association estimates could cost nearly $507 million in dental care over five years. The report shows that children may face about $118 million in extra expenses while experts worry the change might lead to more cavities.
OU feature twirler Samantha Rizzo began training as a child and earned an international gold medal in Italy after working at summer camps in Tennessee and Pennsylvania.
She will perform at game days while returning to Owen Field for the Sooners’ upcoming game against Kent State—her hard work and school pride driving her journey.
Oklahoma Sooners vs Kent State Football
3-6 p.m. — Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Oklahoma Sooners clash with Kent State in an exciting football match.
Pajama Story Time
6:30-7:00 p.m. — Center For Children and Families, Inc. — Free entry — Enjoy bedtime stories that enrich literacy and strengthen the bonds between parents and children.
Halloween Kickoff Celebration
3-8 p.m. — The Ice Creamatory — Free candy for kids in costumes — Celebrate Halloween with costume contests, food trucks, and sweet treats.
Run For Your Life 5K & One-Mile Fun Run
5-9 p.m. — Ruby Grant Park — Kids under 10 run free with paid adult — Navigate a zombie-filled course in an off-road adventure and enjoy snacks and dancing after the race.
Live Music at NOUN Hotel
3 PM – 10 PM — NOUN Hotel — Free entry — Experience lively music in a welcoming atmosphere during OU home game weekends.
Oklahoma Sooners vs. Mississippi Rebels Parking
11 AM – 1 PM — Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium — Parking available — Get ready for the thrilling matchup between Ole Miss and Oklahoma.
Children and Family Center Event
10 AM - 2 PM — Center For Children and Families, Inc. — Free entry — Engage in fun activities designed for children and their families.
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