Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Kidoodles, a longtime Norman toy store, kept the magic of old-fashioned holiday shopping alive with extended hours and personal touches (including free gift wrap and a child-sized exit door) during last holiday season.
The store has served local families for 40 years with a focus on traditional service.
Families can enjoy winter break in Oklahoma at 13 spots for indoor water parks, museums, and bowling alleys — Norman’s Sam Noble Museum and others will host holiday events.
Check local hours for special schedules and event details.
💼 Business
Retailers in the area have set holiday hours for Christmas Eve, with Walmart (closing at 6 p.m.) and Target (closing at 8 p.m.) among those adjusting schedules; all major chains will be closed on Christmas Day and reopen Friday morning on Dec.
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🎓 Education
The University of Oklahoma choral program donated nine risers to Bridge Creek Public Schools so that teacher Emily Day can better showcase nearly 1,000 music students during concerts.
The donation was picked up earlier this year and has already helped organize several performances.
🏈 Sports
The OKC Thunder will host the Spurs today at 1:30 p.m. at Paycom Center.
The game will air on ABC (and ESPN) and marks Thunder's first Christmas Day matchup since 2018.
🎉 Norman Events
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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.
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.
Winter WONderland Championship Celebration
5:15-7:15 p.m. — Lloyd Noble Center — Ticketed event — Experience the excitement of women's gymnastics with a festive championship theme.
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