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Norman
Tuesday, November 11th, 2025
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 11th of November.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At its Monday evening meeting, the Norman Public Schools Board of Education approved new high school graduation requirements for the class of 2030 that add a math credit and offer advanced programming options, and a virtual learning plan that will be used only in emergencies—both measures received unanimous support. The board also approved a clean audit report that corrected a $459,000 error from last year and made minor adjustments, confirming sound financial practices. OU Daily
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma's insurance commissioner warned that up to 100,000 residents may lose health insurance by year's end as ACA premiums are expected to jump 29% — in some cases, rates could triple — leaving many to face higher monthly costs during open enrollment that began Nov 1. The Oklahoman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ OU defensive back Eli Bowen said he is extra motivated for the homecoming game at Alabama because he sees it as a revenge matchup—he noted that the game was not randomly scheduled and serves as a chance to settle past scores. Bowen added that the tough setting will test OU and fuel their competitive spirit. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer said he used the Sooners' bye week to self scout ahead of Saturday's SEC game at Alabama. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Joe Mussatto’s column projects the College Football Playoff bracket, reviews Oklahoma State’s top coaching candidates including Eric Morris and Alex Golesh, and examines Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell’s rising award chances as he continues to impact the season. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Today, OU’s Board of Regents votes on a design for west side renovations at Oklahoma Memorial Stadium that will add new suites, club seats, lounge spaces, an expanded press box, and updated lighting. The project is estimated at $450 million, will start after the 2027 season — funds come from athletics money and private donations, including a $25 million gift. The Oklahoman
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Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball vs. Kansas City Roos
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — $2 Beer, Soda & Popcorn — Cheer on the Sooners as they take on Kansas City in a fun Hoops for Troops event.
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Oklahoma City Tree Lighting Festival
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday season with family-friendly activities, food, and diverse performances leading up to the tree lighting.
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Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball vs East Texas A&M
6-7:30 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — $2 Beer, Soda & Popcorn — Celebrate Native American Heritage Night with an exciting basketball showdown.
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Oklahoma Sooners vs. Oral Roberts Golden Eagles
7-9 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — $2 Takeover — Enjoy a night of college basketball with affordable snacks and drinks.
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Oklahoma Sooners vs. Missouri Tigers Football
11 AM – 1 PM — Gaylord Family - Oklahoma Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Witness a thrilling college football matchup between the Sooners and Tigers.
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Alcorn State Braves vs. Oklahoma Sooners Basketball
1-2:30 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Ticket prices vary — Catch the thrilling college basketball action between the Braves and Sooners.
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Alara The Label Pop Up Shop
3 PM - 5 PM — NOUN Hotel, Norman — N/A — Browse the latest collection and get game-day ready in style during the OU game.
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Live Music at NOUN Hotel
9 AM – 10 PM — NOUN Hotel, Norman, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel — Free entry — Enjoy live music in a vibrant atmosphere during OU home game weekends.
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Wolfpack vs. Sooners Women's Basketball
1-4 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Tickets required — Witness a thrilling college basketball matchup between North Carolina State and Oklahoma.
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Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball vs. Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
1-3 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the Sooners as they face the Hawks in an exciting women's basketball matchup.
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