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Saturday, October 11th, 2025
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sox is a 60-pound, 7-month-old puppy with an active mind and floppy ears who loves walks, puzzles, and following his grannie at the OK Humane Adoption Center—he is learning potty and crate training and socializes well with other pets. News9
- ➤ NORMAN – Cleveland County organizers will hold the 42nd annual charity walk to stop hunger Sunday, Oct. 19 at the new Adult Wellness and Education Center (602 N. Findlay Ave.) with check-in at 1:30 p.m. Parking is available in the Norman Regional Porter Campus lots (accessible from Findlay and Porter Avenues). The Norman Transcript
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma teachers removed Ryan Walters’ name from their certificates and used shredders as they marked his departure and welcomed interim superintendent Lindel Fields. A farewell party will be held on Sunday afternoon on the north state Capitol Lawn in Oklahoma City—featuring food trucks and a DJ. KGOU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Staff at HUB 107 reported that the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services will close the peer‑led center on Friday, October 17 due to budget cuts — the center will consolidate with the nearby Central Oklahoma Community Mental Health Center while food, clothing, pet supplies and vaccines will remain available and a partner agency will provide laundry and shower services. KGOU
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ OU quarterback John Mateer is trending toward playing in the Red River Rivalry against Texas —he was listed as probable on Thursday’s SEC report while recovering from surgery on his broken right hand over two weeks ago— and his return would be his first game 17 days post-surgery. The Oklahoman
- ➤ The News 9 Sports Team recapped Week 6 high school football games on Friday, October 10th—highlighting key plays and strong team efforts—and noted the local schools' competitive spirit. News9
- ➤ No. 6 Oklahoma will face Texas in the 121st Allstate Red River Rivalry today at 2:30 p.m. at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas—Oklahoma enters with the nation's top-ranked defense while Texas looks to overcome injuries and early setbacks on offense. News9
- ➤ OU football landed a commitment from four-star linebacker Jacob Curry from Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida on Friday; Curry (6-foot-1, 207-pound) chose OU over offers from Florida State and Ohio State. He made an official visit to Norman during the win over Auburn on Sept.20 (after helping his high school team finish undefeated last season). The Oklahoman
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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.
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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.
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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.
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