Good morning, Norman.

The city of Norman and community partners broke ground on a new affordable four-bedroom, single-family home at 521 Leaning Elm St. earlier this month.

The project is a joint effort — funded by the city’s HOME Investment Partnerships Program, Norman 2015 Community Housing Development Organization and Norman Affordable Housing Corporation.

The Islamic Society of Norman filed an application with the city to expand the Masjid An-nur Mosque at 420 E.

Lindsey St. by adding parking and a youth center that will include an indoor basketball court—Norman’s Department of Planning and Community Development will host a discussion on the proposal at 5:30 p.m. Thursday.

After a long shutdown, holiday travel has resumed at OKC Will Rogers International Airport, which flies to 25 cities and has faster security lines—officials advise travelers to apply early for a REAL ID with a gold star or a valid passport for international trips and to arrive two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international departures.

OU football is working to balance its offense after several wins relied mostly on defense and special teams—Coach Brent Venables said the team will need more explosive passing and careful management of running back injuries as they prepare to face Missouri at home—thus aiming to boost their playoff chances.

After beating Alabama 23—21, Oklahoma football is expected to climb to No. 8 in the College Football Playoff rankings, which will drop Alabama to No. 9 and push Notre Dame to No. 10.

The Sooners must win upcoming games to secure the playoff spot they need.

OU football coach Brent Venables said that the teams' historic clashes in the Big Eight and Big 12—and recent recruiting and transfer portal battles—could set the stage for a growing rivalry with Missouri.

His comments add extra tension that may shape future games between the two teams.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Little Rock Trojans vs Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball

6:00-8:00 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — $2 Beer, Soda & Popcorn — Cheer on the Sooners as they take on Little Rock in this exciting women's basketball matchup.

Ugly Sweater 5k & One-Mile Fun Run

5-11 p.m. — Legacy Park — Participants encouraged to bring items for charity — Dash through holiday cheer in your jolliest attire.

Oklahoma Sooners vs. Kansas City Roos

7-8:30 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Check the ticket prices — Watch an exciting college basketball match-up in Norman.