Norman, Oklahoma
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GwenOklahoma Supreme Court upholds voter-approved homeless shelter bond
The Oklahoma Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Norman’s voter-approved bond for a permanent homeless shelter, allowing the project to proceed. In an 8-1 decision, the court...
Oklahoma Supreme Court upholds voter-approved homeless shelter bond
The Oklahoma Supreme Court has upheld a voter-approved bond for a permanent homeless shelter in Norman, allowing the project to proceed. In an 8-1 decision, the court ruled...
Flood warning issued for Canadian River at Purcell, Oklahoma, with potential for minor flooding from Friday morning to Saturday morning.
The National Weather Service in Norman has issued a Flood Warning for the Canadian River at Purcell, affecting Pottawatomie, Cleveland, and McClain Counties. This warning replaces a previous...
Norman City Council explores alternative homeless shelter options amid legal delays
The Norman City Council convened an Oversight Committee meeting to explore alternatives for a planned homeless shelter, which remains in legal limbo following its suspension by the Oklahoma...
Suzy Rawlinson, Volunteer Coordinator at Norman Regional Hospital and Member of Assistance League of Norman, Passes Away in Norman, Oklahoma
Suzy Rawlinson, a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away on December 22, 2019, in Norman, Oklahoma. Born on June 15, 1945, in Duncan, Oklahoma, she was the...
Philip PhiNorman voters to weigh bond for permanent homeless shelter near Tent City site
Voters in Norman, Oklahoma, will consider Proposition 5 on April 7, a general obligation bond proposal to construct a permanent homeless shelter and resource facility. The planned site...
Norman Voters Approve Funding for Permanent Homeless Shelter and Increase Guest Tax for Street Maintenance and Overnight Stays.
In a recent election, Norman voters approved several propositions aimed at addressing homelessness and infrastructure needs. Proposition 5, which passed with 54.50% of the vote, will fund the...
Norman’s A Better Way Program to End After State Funding Denied
Norman’s A Better Way program, a key initiative aimed at supporting the homeless community, will shut down at the end of August due to denied funding. This program,...
Joe Vaughn Hyden, a notable figure in mathematics and aerospace, passed away at age 79. His career included contributions to NASA’s Apollo Program and the development of the AWAC system. A passionate sculptor, his works are displayed at East Central University. A member of McFarlin Memorial United Methodist Church, he is survived by family and is remembered for his diverse achievements.
Joe Vaughn Hyden, a respected member of the Norman, Oklahoma community, passed away on October 5, 2017, at the age of 79. Born on June 2, 1938, in...
