Good morning, Norman.

The Foster Care and Adoptive Association of Oklahoma will host a Masquerade Soiree fundraiser on Nov.

8 to support foster and adoptive families. The event will feature cocktail attire and silent auctions—organizers hope sponsors and community members join to help fund their services.

At OU’s Free Speech Week keynote address Tuesday afternoon, historian Wilfred McClay spoke to about 150 students and faculty about protecting free speech and fostering open dialogue—he argued that universities must create spaces for challenging even controversial opinions.

OU reaffirms its commitment to the Chicago Principles as it works to balance open dialogue and campus safety amid national debates on free speech.

State wildlife biologists have helped Oklahoma’s paddlefish thrive while numbers drop elsewhere.

The fish reproduce well in waters like the Arkansas and Grand Rivers (where natural conditions boost growth) and are managed under strict harvest rules (one fish daily and two per year).

Gov. Kevin Stitt filed a motion last week to spur settlement talks on Oklahoma's decades-old poultry pollution lawsuit involving 11 companies including Tyson Foods—he said the move will help protect the environment and maintain business certainty as the state works toward a final remedy.

Oklahoma’s defense preps for its toughest showdown as it faces Ole Miss on Saturday at Owen Field—testing their strength in one of the most anticipated matchups.

Coach Brent Venables said his team will hit early pressure—limiting Trinidad Chambliss, a rising SEC quarterback with five straight 250-yard games—to set the game’s tone.

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.

Ram Run at Ruby Grant Park

9-11 a.m. — Ruby Grant Park Playground — Cost varies — Enjoy a 5K and fun run benefitting Victory Family School with shirts, medals, and a finish line celebration.