Back to Basics
2025 United Way Campaign Focuses on Community and Connection This year’s United Way of Norman campaign is utilizing a back-to-basics approach, focused on creating community connections and encouraging more people to be involved. At the helm are the father-daughter duo of Mark Krittenbrink and Autumn McMahon, two longtime supporters of the United Way. “One of […]
2025 Sooner Football Preview
After a frustrating first year in the SEC, the Oklahoma Sooners football team entered the offseason with one clear mission: change. The program took a hard look inward and made key adjustments, refining strategies, strengthening the roster and reigniting the competitive fire. Now, OU is aiming not just to contend in the SEC, but to […]
Tiger Sooner Cub
It’s been quite the journey for Norman native and Cubs pitcher Cade Horton. Cade was a two-sport star at Norman High School and eventually committed to the University of Oklahoma for football and baseball. He was the starting quarterback for the Tigers and a pivotal right-handed arm on the baseball team. Cade was rated as […]
Meals on Wheels
For Meals on Wheels of Norman, Inc., what they do means more than a meal. Since 1972, the organization has been a key support system in the Norman community, delivering nutritious noontime meals to the ill, disabled and elderly. Currently, Meals on Wheels serves about 300 people per day, Monday through Friday. Often, this meal […]
SAMVP
Dynastic, unstoppable, dominant — the Oklahoma Sooners softball team has long been synonymous with greatness. Leading into the 2025 season, they secured four consecutive National Championships. With expectations for their dominance to wane, many anticipated a rebuilding year for this iconic program. However, Sam Landry in the pitching circle has defied all such predictions, cementing […]
Cultivating Community
Local Leader Aims to Spark Joy Through Free Events and Partnerships in Norman Whatever he’s involved in, Jeff Moody wants everybody to have a Disney kind of experience. While in college, Moody participated in the Disney College Program. Now he’s brought that mindset to the City of Norman Parks and Recreation Department, where he has […]
Parks Legacy
Norman High’s Keeley Parks Named 2X Oklahoma Gatorade Player of the Year From her freshman to her senior year, Keeley Parks was a player to watch for the Norman Tigers. Parks ended her high school career with a 83-26 record, including a trip to the state championship in 2023 and the state semifinals in 2025. […]
Sweet Season
A Recap of the Sooner’s Women’s Basketball Season As the Sooner women’s basketball season came to a close, it was easier to put aside any frustration thanks to the incredible excitement for what lay ahead. Under the strong leadership of head coach Jennie Baranczyk, the future remains bright for this flourishing program. The Sooners wrapped […]
Celebration of Excellence
District Shines Spotlight on Educators & Staff During Annual Awards Ceremony Norman Public Schools honored outstanding educators and staff during its annual Celebration of Excellence, an event recognizing excellence across various roles and career stages. Among the honorees was Dr. Bryan Frenette, 10th-grade biology and advanced placement biology teacher at Norman High School, who was […]
Norman Music Fest 2025
Oklahoma has become a hotbed for talented musicians, and this month’s Norman Music Festival will be a homecoming for several artists with ties to the Sooner state. Sierra Spirit, JW Francis and Jabee are among the singer-songwriters scheduled to perform at the free 3-day festival downtown, which begins Thursday, April 24, and is expected to […]
