Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of December.
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🏛️ Government
Over a dozen Norman residents have filed for candidacy in the upcoming February 11 elections for mayor, Norman City Council, and Norman Public School Board of Education.
🏥 Health
Dr. Britta Ostermeyer, Chief of Psychiatry at OU Health, explains the impact of Seasonal Affective Disorder and offers strategies to manage it during the holidays.
🏈 Sports
After transferring from Louisville and overcoming mental health struggles, OU's Payton Verhulst excels in basketball and looks forward to playing against her former team.
OU football secured 18 new recruits for the 2025 class, highlighted by five-star offensive tackle Michael Fasusi and a former OSU QB commit.
OU football coach Brent Venables selects Washington State's Ben Arbuckle as the new offensive coordinator for his expertise in elevating quarterback performance and leading some of the most explosive offenses.
Star high school football player Michael Fasusi remains committed to OU due to strong relationships and the development opportunities offered, despite exploring other options.
University of Oklahoma quarterback Jackson Arnold is set to enter the transfer portal on December 9 after a season of varied performance.
2025 three-star QB Jett Niu flips commitment from Oklahoma State to Oklahoma, signing with the Sooners on early signing day.
🎉 Norman Events
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Katy Guillen & The Drive Live Performance
Katy Guillen & The Drive will perform songs from their debut album, exploring themes of catharsis and bittersweet moments in a live setting.
North Pole Adventure: A Family Christmas Experience
The North Pole Adventure offers an immersive Christmas experience at Sooner Mall, featuring interactive attractions for families, including visits with Santa, elf workshops, and festive activities.
Miss Brown to You Holiday Concert
The Miss Brown Quartet, featuring Louise Goldberg and Mary Reynolds, revitalizes a holiday tradition with a blend of music genres including jazz, folk, and classical at The Depot in Norman, Oklahoma.
3rd Sunday Sound Meditation and Celebration
Experience a calming sound meditation session followed by a social gathering with music, poetry, and refreshments to celebrate the host's milestone birthday and upcoming move.
Mingle All The Way: Festive Singles Networking Event
This event features a free drink, speed dating games, Christmas trivia, and a song lyrics challenge, offering a fun evening for singles to connect in a festive atmosphere.
Family-Friendly North Pole Adventure at Sooner Mall
The North Pole Adventure at Sooner Mall is an interactive Christmas attraction featuring activities like elf education, cookie making, and visits with Santa, perfect for families to enjoy during the holiday season.
Jon Pardi Concert at Riverwind Casino
Country music artist Jon Pardi will perform live at Riverwind Casino in Norman, Oklahoma.
Brandon Laib Live at The Yellow Dog Coffee Company
Brandon Laib will perform live at The Yellow Dog Coffee Company in Norman, offering a cozy venue for music lovers.
North Pole Adventure at Sooner Mall
An interactive Christmas attraction featuring various themed experiences, activities, and a chance to meet Santa, located at Sooner Mall in Norman, Oklahoma.
Hosty Live Performance
Enjoy a live performance by Hosty at The Deli in Norman, Oklahoma.
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