Good Day
Norman
Sunday, December 29th, 2024
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Norman.
Good morning, Norman. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ John Hadley, a celebrated songwriter and artist from Norman, Oklahoma, known for his contributions to country music and his legacy in teaching, dies at 83 surrounded by family. The Norman Transcript
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma's licensed cannabis businesses decreased by one-third due to regulatory changes and market shifts, with current licenses numbering around 5,800. The Oklahoman
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University teacher preparation programs across the U.S. are adapting to better prepare future educators for the needs of increasingly inclusive classrooms that integrate students with disabilities. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Whiz Kids, initially a project by City Care OKC to enhance reading skills among underprivileged students, has evolved into an independent nonprofit, continuing to expand its mission to support literacy and mentorship. The Oklahoman
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oklahoma's football team struggles with offense throughout the 2024 season but looks to improvement in 2025 with new coordinator Ben Arbuckle and quarterback John Mateer. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Zac Alley leaves his position at Oklahoma University to take up the defensive coordinator role at West Virginia University, reuniting with head coach Rich Rodriguez and potentially gaining more autonomy over the defense. The Oklahoman
- ➤ Zac Alley departs Oklahoma to become the new defensive coordinator at West Virginia, following a season of notable defensive achievements with the Sooners. News9
- ➤ OU football coach Brent Venables defended his decision for a 2-point conversion attempt in the final seconds against Navy, despite the Sooners' 21-20 loss. The Oklahoman
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Norman.
-
Hosty Live Performance
Experience a live music performance by Hosty at The Deli in Norman, Oklahoma.
-
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.
-
Dion Warlocke Live at Resonator Institute
Dion Warlocke will perform live at the Resonator Institute in Norman, offering an evening of entertainment for local music fans.
-
Oklahoma Sooners Women's Basketball vs. Georgia Bulldogs
The Oklahoma Sooners women's basketball team will compete against the Georgia Bulldogs at the Lloyd Noble Center.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Good Day Norman.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The goal is to be a vessel, to get yourself out of the way.
~ Rick Rubin
About Good Day Norman
Welcome to the Good Day Norman, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Norman, Oklahoma community. If you like the Good Day Norman, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Norman.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Norman and across Oklahoma. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Norman
A free Norman community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaynorman.com/sitemap