Wednesday, December 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cleveland County's successful warm clothing drive gathered over 700 winter garments for donation to HUGS Street Ministry, aiding the county's homeless with essential winter clothing. The Norman Transcript
- ➤ A development group is seeking $1.9 million in tax increment financing to build a 309-space garage for Palomar's new building and Midtown visitors, enhancing support for domestic violence survivors and neighborhood growth. The Oklahoman
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Oklahomans are projected to save on natural gas bills this winter owing to a forecasted mild winter, though electricity rates will increase. The Oklahoman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A local science expert conducts a pressure-based experiment to show children how Santa could descend chimneys, promoting a festive and educational activity for the holiday season. News9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ OU defeats OSU in the Bedlam basketball rivalry, reaching a 10-0 record, while TU struggles with a four-game losing streak and ORU faces a tough loss against Texas Tech. News9
- ➤ The NBA Cup final marks a significant national TV appearance for OKC Thunder, their most notable since the Russell Westbrook era, highlighting their performance and the team's desire for more televised games. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Deion Burks has decided to return to the Oklahoma Sooners for the 2025 season, emphasizing strong belief in the team's coaching and a desire to enhance the program. The Oklahoman
- ➤ The Carl Albert High School football team overcame the sudden loss of Coach Jimmy Wilkerson to win their third consecutive state championship, in a poignant tribute to his memory. News9
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Jon Pardi Concert at Riverwind Casino
Country music artist Jon Pardi will perform live at Riverwind Casino in Norman, Oklahoma.
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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.
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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.
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Hosty Live Performance
Enjoy a live performance by Hosty at The Deli in Norman, Oklahoma.
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Blood Drive at Riverwind Casino
A blood drive event offering local residents the opportunity to donate blood and potentially save lives.
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Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball vs. New Mexico State Aggies
The Oklahoma Sooners women's basketball team will face off against the New Mexico State Aggies at the Lloyd Noble Center.
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Hosty Live Performance
Experience a live music performance by Hosty at The Deli in Norman, Oklahoma.
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Southern Indoor Sectionals 2025 at Okie-Land Bowhunters
The Southern Indoor Sectionals features two NFAA blue/white rounds of archery, culminating in scores across divisions to determine the first Indoor National Series Champions.
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