Friday, December 20th, 2024

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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Highlighting the latest releases from Oklahoma authors, including fiction with historical and thriller themes and nonfiction that dives into the Red Dirt music scene and the life of Cherokee community leader Charlie Soap. The Oklahoman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Oklahoma State Board of Education allowed three lawmakers into its executive session, where topics including a proposal to count students with non-legal immigration status and the promotion of patriotism were discussed. KGOU
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Kevin Stitt has appointed Jennifer Pointer Austin as the next district attorney for District 21, recognizing her over two decades of prosecutorial experience and multiple honors. News9
- ➤ District Attorney Greg Mashburn, who has served Cleveland, Garvin, and McClain Counties since 2006, announced his retirement effective March 1 to pursue family time and new interests. OU Daily
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ University of Oklahoma senior linebacker Danny Stutsman is honored as a 2024 Consensus All-American, marking the first for a Sooner linebacker since 2007. News9
- ➤ OU fans largely reject supporting other SEC teams in the College Football Playoff, emphasizing loyalty to their own team and a disinterest in conference solidarity. The Oklahoman
- ➤ OU football released its Armed Forces Bowl depth chart, confirming All-Americans Danny Stutsman and Billy Bowman Jr. will not play as they prepare for the NFL Draft, with Michael Hawkins Jr. and Casey Thompson listed as quarterbacks. The Oklahoman
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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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