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Enoch Kelly Haney leaves lasting legacy: A 2021 conversation with Oklahoma leader in multiple fields

Last week, Seminole Nation of Oklahoma Chief and former Oklahoma House Representative and Senator Enoch Kelly Haney died here in his home state at age 81.

Master Gardeners sale returns after pandemic pause

The Cleveland County Master Gardener Association’s Spring Garden Party and Plant Sale is back just in time for the frost-free growing season.

Norman Philharmonic to return Saturday

After a year off due to COVID-19, the Norman Philharmonic will once again host concerts in person for what will be its 11th season performing for the City of Norman.

Sam Noble Museum curator, educator makes biggest discovery just before retirement

Nick Czaplewski bikes to the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History each day, taking in the nature he has dedicated his life to studying.

Engaging with art: OU’s Amanda Boehm-Garcia draws community into creative orbit

Amanda Boehm-Garcia understands the power of art.

Should I Take a Risk?

What do you think about statements like- “It’s only the risk-takers that get the really good stuff,” or “It’s better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all”? Is it true?

Local art gallery offers October movies on the lawn

To celebrate the Halloween season, The Depot Norman is hosting a socially distanced movie event on its lawn starting Thursday.

Five-time cancer survivor attributes healing to Blessed Stanley Rother

Blessed Stanley Rother appears at Mass during his ministry in Guatemala, which ended when he was martyred in 1981.

Five-time cancer survivor attributes healing to Blessed Stanley Rother

The text of a prayer Martha Potts, 81, of Enid, attributes with beating a cancer with a 5% survival rate.

Five-time cancer survivor attributes healing to Blessed Stanley Rother

Martha Lou Potts, then in her thirties, plays violin for the Hiroshima Symphony Orchestra, in Japan in the early 1970s.

Five-time cancer survivor attributes healing to Blessed Stanley Rother

A five-time cancer survivor, who has beaten long odds twice, attributes her survival to her faith, and especially to the intercessory prayers of Blessed Stanley Rother.

Usual game day festivities altered for safety

While tailgating at OU football games isn’t permitted this year, there will still be activities for Sooners fans on game days.

The Meating Place celebrates anniversary

A local barbecue eatery is celebrating the anniversary of their brick-and-mortar location.

Council approves re-zoning for future freestanding ER

NORMAN - The Norman City Council unanimously approved the re-zoning of a 30-acre property located on the southwest corner of the intersection of Highway 9 and 24th Ave SE during its Tuesday night meeting.

OU dermatologist offers solutions to "mask-ne"

A University of Oklahoma dermatologist this week offered solutions to acne breakouts caused by wearing a mask for long periods of time.

Super Beetle liberated from cats

It’s well known that cool cats dig Volkswagen Beetles. But these were actual felines who had taken up residence in the 1974 VW Karmann edition Super Beetle convertible. Barn mousers were using its rag top as a kind of kitty hammock.

One Two Ten playing free show at Hollywood Corners

Learning not to complicate their music is a lesson Oklahoma City band One Two Ten (OTT) lead vocalist Andrew May learned in Norman. The power pop quintet was recording their new single “Heathers” with Trent Bell at Bell Labs. OTT will debut that composition in concert from 6 to 10 p.m. July …

Sassy Subaru a personality reflector

Accountants have a reputation for being conservative, possibly even boring. That may be a desirable image professionally but after the numbers are crunched Norman bookkeeper Priscilla Gray jumps into a ride that’s far from ordinary.

Felina and the Feels to captivate Norman

Deep emotion expressed lyrically is among the truest arrows to their listeners' hearts in a songwriter’s quiver. Audiences are never more captivated than when they’re hearing a song about a strong feeling they’ve experienced personally. Vocalist and song smith Felina Rivera has a remarkable …

Failure of stormwater bond, utility not end of discussion, city leaders say

Editor's note: This story has been updated to correct an error. Ward 4, not Ward 3, was one of the two wards where the majority of voters voted "yes" on Proposition 3.

OSU grads bring new legends of the Old West to life

When Brad McLelland began working on his master’s degree from Oklahoma State University, one of the first people he met was Louis Sylvester.

Shoot Bang Shoot: The adventures, opportunities & lessons learned from concert photography

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Governor accepts commemorative plaque, issues proclamation

OKLAHOMA CITY – Gov. Mary Fallin today issued a state proclamation celebrating an Oklahoma-inspired musical treasure and its major milestone in music history: the 60th anniversary of the first Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA)-certified gold album.

Free adoptions at Norman animal welfare

Norman Animal Welfare will be holding a discounted adoption event today through July 14. All adoption fees will be waived during the event. The goal of the special event is to unite great animals with great homes and assist in clearing out the very full shelter.

Grow food using smart pots and free mobil app

The Cleveland County Master Gardener Association will be conducting a class on “How to Grow Food Anywhere with Smart Pots & Use the free Seed to Spoon Mobile App!” at 10 a.m. on July 14, in Room “C” at the Cleveland County Fairgrounds, 601 E. Robinson. The class is free and open to the p…

Coffee, Colorado and creating memories

She grabbed my hand just outside of Bryant Park as musicians played on a New York City street corner celebrating the annual Puerto Rican Parade taking place the next day and we danced. The stranger and I moved to the music as the clock ticked past midnight and I turned 30. It was in that eup…

Quit Tobacco on Father’s Day with free help

Father’s Day, the Oklahoma Tobacco Helpline and TSET Healthy Living Program through Norman Regional Health System, encourage fathers to consider quitting tobacco for good.

USAO’s autism spectrum disorder support program gives students a taste of independence

Students with autism spectrum disorder have a chance to experience college life this summer during the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma Neill-Wint Center for Neurodiversity’s summer camp.

Gaberino's Homestyle Italian Restaurant moving to Ed Noble Parkway

One of Norman's locally owned restaurants is expanding to a new location.

Expert: Norman has a lot to offer visitors

Visitors to Philadelphia can help paint a mural. In Columbus, Ohio travelers can live through the eyes of a slave escaping on the underground railroad.

The Book Stall now moving forward with new owners

When David Vick learned the Book Stall used book store, 300 W Gray St., across from the Norman Public Library was closing, he knew he had to do something.

Time is money

Our most valuable asset these days is time. We don’t go to stores as much anymore because, who has the time? So we shop online, but there are some alternatives.

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State health officials investigating cases of Salmonellosis linked to kratom

The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) and Tulsa Health Department (THD) have joined public health officials in other states and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to investigate a nationwide outbreak of Salmonella associated with kratom.

Othello's update: Landmark restaurant delays opening

The Othello's Italian Restaurant re-opening date has been pushed back to June, owners reported today. The restaurant closed after a fire destroyed the roof and a large portion of the interior last April.

Sam Noble Museum's Eggstravaganza slated for March 28

Visitors to the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History can make their way through two egg hunt mazes, take their own photos with “the bunny,” play games and create spring-inspired crafts at this year’s Eggstravaganza spring celebration.

Cleveland County Health Department offering flu shots at no cost

As the flu season brings record-breaking numbers of hospitalizations and deaths across the state, the Cleveland County Health Department is offering flu shots at no cost to recipients. Reports from the Oklahoma State Department of Health indicate 3,440 flu-associated hospitalizations, and 15…

DEQ offering free radon test kits to Oklahoma residents

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designated January as National Radon Action Month. The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is working with EPA in a nationwide campaign to educate Americans about the dangers of radon exposure and to encourage citizens to take…

Home modification make quality of life difference

Occupational therapist Kendra Orcutt has learned that life can change in an instant.

Pet Lovers: Meals on Wheels needs help

The Cleveland County 4-H Officer team recently received an urgent message from the Meals on Wheels (MOW) asking if 4-H could once again supply pet food for the animals of the Meals on Wheels clients as the supply of pet food has been depleted. It was discovered that MOW clients were sharing …

Dairy Queen locations in Moore, Norman doing well

NORMAN — Norman’s Dairy Queen is owned by a local franchisee and is doing fine, owner David Jones said.

How an 11-year-old's letter changed the beginning of Sam Presti's season

OKLAHOMA CITY — Hooper Stover made a charitable donation this summer. It went to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Give back, reduce your library fines at the same time

The Pioneer Library System’s annual Food for Fines initiative returns Nov. 4-13, with hometown libraries accepting donations of food items from customers as a way to relieve library fines. Libraries are closed Nov. 10 for observance of Veterans Day.

Health officials confirm wild bat found at Oklahoma City Zoo was rabid

The Oklahoma State Department of Health is looking for anyone who had direct contact with a rabid wild bat found at the Oklahoma City Zoo Sunday, Oct.1.

Annual Charity Scotch Tasting to benefit Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy

Whiskey enthusiasts can enjoy a wee dram of Scotch, along with bagpipes and kilts, in celebration of more than a decade of drink at the 11th annual Oklahoma City Charity Scotch Tasting.

Photography in the garden

Are you interested in capturing the best photos in the garden? Join Master Gardener Judy Kautz for some tips on taking great photos of plants and landscapes. Learn about the Rule of Thirds, and how to frame your photo lens to the best advantage. The class will be at 10 a.m. on Sept. 23 at th…

Library workshops focus on credit scores, business tax issues, jobs

Take positive steps down the road to financial freedom with ideas from two upcoming events at Norman Public Library Central.

Dem chair to speak at Friday luncheon

Anna Langthorn, chair of the Oklahoma Democratic Party, will speak at noon on Friday, Sept. 8, at the Democratic Tyner Cornbread and Beans lunch at the West Wind Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 1309 West Boyd in Norman. Cafeteria style cornbread and beans service will start at 11:30 a.m.

Physician specializing in medical weight loss joins Norman Regional

The obesity epidemic continues to grow in Oklahoma with over 65 percent of the state’s adult population categorized as obese or overweight. To help combat this statistic, Norman Regional Health System has added a physician to its team that specializes in medical weight loss.

#Lovelindsey on Saturday

Join us for the #LoveLindsey event on Saturday, Aug. 19 in Norman on Lindsey Street. Bring school supplies to benefit Norman Public Schools to any of the following merchants and receive 10 percent off your purchase at that merchant, Saturday only (see merchants for exclusions). Participating…