Saturday, December 6th, 2025
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Local retailers are extending holiday hours so shoppers can plan their Christmas trips more easily. Malls and stores in the metro area, including Norman's Sooner Mall, will offer longer operating times in the upcoming weeks. The Oklahoman
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local holiday productions of 'The Nutcracker' include classic ballet, hip-hop reinterpretations, and an Oklahoma-themed show across Yukon Fine Arts Center, Rose State Performing Arts Center, Civic Center Music Hall, and Nancy O’Brian Center. Shows run from Dec. 6 to Dec. 23 plus offer family-friendly activities. The Oklahoman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Norman Rotary Club donated a new book vending machine to Jackson Elementary School on Friday to support literacy and encourage reading among students. The Norman Transcript
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 5, 2025, OU softball pitcher Sophia Bordi announced on social media that she is entering the transfer portal after missing play for personal reasons. The highly ranked pitcher from Haddon Heights High School in New Jersey is set to pursue new opportunities. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU finished its season 10-2 and entered the College Football Playoff at No. 8; fans can see potential matchups (Texas A&M, Notre Dame, Texas Tech or BYU) after the CFP selection show Sunday at 11 a.m. on ESPN. The Oklahoman
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Oklahoma Sooners vs. Stetson Hatters
6:00 – 7:30 PM — Lloyd Noble Center — Tickets from $4 — Catch the exciting basketball clash between the Sooners and the Hatters.
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2025 Oklahoma New Year's Meeting
7:30-11:59 p.m. — Embassy Suites by Hilton Norman Hotel & Conference Center — Discounted lodging available — Celebrate the New Year with worship services and community gatherings.
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Oklahoma Sooners Men's Basketball vs Mississippi Valley Delta Devils
7-9 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Get ready for an exciting college basketball matchup as the Sooners take on the Delta Devils.
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