Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
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🎓 Education
State Superintendent Lindel Fields said he will cancel the previous official's plan to buy Bibles for public schools and dismiss the legal challenge over the mandate + the Oklahoma Supreme Court ordered an update by Oct.
28.
📰 Finance
Local readers say rising homeowners insurance rates are forcing older citizens to choose between paying for policies and buying food and medicine.
They urge lawmakers to tighten state oversight—calling for changes that protect consumers from drastic increases.
🏥 Health
Norman Regional Health System announced the reopening of the Oklahoma Wound Center after it temporarily closed earlier this year in response to patient and provider concerns.
The health system said the decision was made to restore advanced wound care services for Norman and nearby communities.
🏈 Sports
The Oklahoma high school football season continues Week 7 during fall break with many games on Thursday night and key matchups scheduled for today—Broken Arrow will face Norman North while Duncan plays at Bishop McGuinness and Plainview meets Heritage Hall.
Scores and updates from various games have been posted as teams compete in this busy slate.
Head coach Brent Venables urged his Sooners to handle tough moments as they prepared for the season after a loss to Texas—he compared the mindset to Georgia’s love of living in hard times.
He expects quarterback John Mateer to lead with calm under pressure as the team works to build mental resilience.
🎉 Norman Events
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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.
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.
Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball Exhibition Game
6-8 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Free admission — Enjoy an exciting women's basketball exhibition game with fan appreciation festivities.
John Crocker Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Experience heartfelt tunes from Oklahoma singer-songwriter John Crocker as he shares his journey through music.
National Weather Festival
10 AM – 2 PM — National Weather Center — Free entry — Experience a fun-filled day with weather-related exhibits, activities, and demonstrations for the whole family.
Belmont Bruins at Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball
4:30-6:00 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Oklahoma Sooners women's basketball team as they face off against the Belmont Bruins.
University Sing 2025 - Thursday
7-8 p.m. — Reynolds Performing Arts Center — $22.49 — Enjoy a captivating night of performances at this all-ages event.
OKiCON 2025
2:00 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Norman Hotel & Conference Center — $65.92 — Experience three days of Japanese art, music, and culture at this vibrant anime convention.
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