Saturday, December 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of December.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former NFL star Adrian Peterson faces arrest warrants in Texas over failure to appear in court for two child support cases, amidst struggles with more than $12 million in debt. The Oklahoman
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Three Oklahoma lawmakers filed an appeal with the state Supreme Court against a $127 million rate hike by OG&E and alleged ethical violations by Commissioner Todd Hiett. News9
- ➤ Jennifer Pointer Austin has been appointed by Gov. Kevin Stitt as the new district attorney for Cleveland, Garvin, and McClain counties, effective March 1, following Greg Mashburn's retirement announcement. OU Daily
- ➤ Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt issued an executive order for state employees to return to office work by early 2025, ending telework arrangements established during the COVID-19 pandemic. KGOU
- ➤ A Cleveland County judge is deliberating on a legal challenge regarding a student's right to change pronouns in school records, involving the Moore family, Superintendent Ryan Walters, and the Oklahoma State Board of Education. The Oklahoman
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Our Blood Institute is motivating Oklahomans to donate blood over the holidays with incentives like coupons, movie tickets, and Thunder game vouchers to address the seasonal drop in donations. News9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Oklahoma is ranked 10th among the nation's top 75 most valuable college sports programs, according to a CNBC report, with a valuation of $928 million. The Oklahoman
- ➤ John Mateer, former Washington State quarterback, has committed to Oklahoma, potentially boosting the Sooners' offense with his transfer. The Oklahoman
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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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