Good morning, Norman.

AAA projects a record 81.8 million travelers hitting roads and skies from the Tuesday before to the Monday after Thanksgiving — a 1.6 million increase over last year — and advises Oklahoma drivers to fill their tanks early to avoid heavy traffic while round-trip air tickets are expected to average about $700.

Wednesday, Robert Palmer, the new dean of OU’s College of Atmospheric and Geographic Sciences, talked about changes and challenges for the college and the weather center (Weather Breakfast event) hosted by the Norman Chamber of Commerce and Cleveland County Economic Development Coalition.

Oklahoma travelers face mixed weather this Thanksgiving as forecasts predict sunny skies for drivers in most areas while northern roads may have light snow and rain.

Air travel from OKC could be disrupted by a storm system from the west—travelers should prepare for delays and check updates before heading out.

Reaves Park will receive a new restroom building that meets ADA standards, a new children’s playground expected to cost between $600,000 and $1 million and enhanced maintenance facilities as part of the Norman Parks and Recreation Master Plan—updates like new baseball fields and extra parking have already been completed—and the city will begin further renovations immediately.

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority has been deactivating some PikePass accounts after drivers did not promptly pay fees like $3.48 and $15.23, and a collections agency sent bills for amounts under $10 — some users have mistaken these notices for scams.

OTA is asking drivers to send feedback so it can review its new billing policy.

LeapFrog’s recent report rated 43 Oklahoma hospitals from A to D, with 11—such as Hillcrest Hospital South in Tulsa—earning A grades and 5 hospitals including Jackson County Memorial in Altus receiving D grades.

The report noted that hospitals missing survey data were rated lower and none received an F grade.

On Thursday in Norman, Mohamed Wague scored a career-high 20 points to lead the Sooners to a 95-71 win over Oral Roberts, adding seven rebounds and a block as he made 9 of 12 shots.

Coach Porter Moser said the team improved their defense after a loss to Nebraska—forcing 18 turnovers and sparking key runs throughout the game.

Experts released their predictions for the penultimate week of Top 25 college football.

In the SEC, No. 8 Oklahoma will host No. 21 Missouri & forecasts highlight key matchups in the Big Ten, Big 12 and ACC.

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.