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01/09/2026

Bob Moore Farms filed an application to amend its existing planned development and build additional residential units near West Main Street and 36th Ave.
https://www.oudaily.com/news/bob-moore-farms-development-residential-units/article_76bc1fdc-e357-409e-89c7-20a57b8cb90a.html?

Bob Moore Farms North, LLC filed an application to amend its existing planned unit development to build additional residential units, according to a letter sent to nearby property owners.

01/07/2026

Norman City Council discussed results of a homeless shelter survey and a potential guest room tax increase Tuesday. https://www.oudaily.com/news/norman-city-council-homeless-shelter-survey-design/article_5c3aaa98-d8bb-4480-b1dc-4d408ff35a42.html?

Norman City Council discussed the results of a homeless shelter survey and a potential guest room tax increase during a study session Tuesday.

01/05/2026

OU Student Media has hired Will Pry, a veteran Texas newsroom leader, as its second innovator-in-residence. https://www.oudaily.com/news/ou-daily-north-texas-news-leader-innovator-in-residence-will-pry/article_db591a99-377e-49fd-b094-f1ab2895fa58.html?

Will Pry, an independent media consultant, worked as director of content for digital marketing agency Lifeblue from 2018-25. Before that, he worked at The Dallas Morning News for more than

01/02/2026

The American Association of University Professors delivered a petition to university leaders in support of an OU graduate instructor released from instructional duties by the university after failing a Bible-based essay.

The American Association of University Professors delivered a national petition to university administration Friday in support of an OU graduate instructor who was removed for giving a failing grade on

12/31/2025

An OU graduate instructor who was released from instructional duties by the university after failing a student's essay which cited the Bible has submitted an appeal to the Institutional Equity Office.

The attorney for Mel Curth, an OU graduate instructor who was released by the university from instructional duties after failing a Bible-based essay in an online psychology class, has issued

12/30/2025

Das Boot Camp Restaurant & Bar to close after 13 years.
https://www.oudaily.com/news/norman-main-street-business-closure-das-boot-camp/article_535d05c0-e04d-40f9-996a-5e9a6675aef4.html

12/30/2025

An OU graduate instructor who was released from instructional duties by the university after failing a Bible-based essay, denies the university’s claims and is considering legal action, according to her attorney.

The attorney for Mel Curth, an OU graduate instructor who was released by the university from instructional duties after failing a Bible-based essay in an online psychology class, has issued

12/23/2025

Norman police officer who was hit by vehicle has been transferred from intensive care to a long-term care facility.

A Norman police officer who was hit by a vehicle has been transferred from the intensive care unit to a long-term care facility, according to the Norman Police Department Tuesday.

12/23/2025

Turning Point USA paid OU over $20,000 to rent the Lloyd Noble Center for its “The Turning Point Tour” event in October.

Turning Point USA paid OU over $20,000 to rent the Lloyd Noble Center for its October event as part of “The Turning Point Tour.”

12/23/2025

Ray’s Smokehouse BBQ will close its Lindsey Street location and relocate to Ed Noble Parkway.

Ray’s Smokehouse BBQ announced Tuesday that it will relocate to Ed Noble Parkway in January, closing its Lindsey Street location.

12/23/2025

OU announced a graduate instructor who was placed on leave after failing a student for a psychology essay that cited the Bible will no longer have instructional duties at the university.

A graduate instructor who was placed on administrative leave after failing a Bible-based essay in an online psychology course will no longer have instructional duties at OU, according to a

12/22/2025

A GoFundMe has been created to support the family of a Norman Public Schools parent arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement last week.

A GoFundMe has been created to support the family of a Norman Public Schools parent who was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement outside of a Norman elementary school Wednesday.