Articles tagged with: Norman
Volunteers needed at Sam Noble Museum
PRESS RELEASE
Those interested in volunteering at the Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History are invited to attend one of two volunteer orientation sessions: one from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 20; and the other from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.… Continue reading
New VOK blog: The Apache House
The Apache House is our latest addition to the Voices of Oklahoma Blogs. Tate James has been running the site at his own place since April, in collaboration with Seth Clark and Jared Flaming.
As Tate describes it:
The Apache House was born out of the wonderful Oklahoma creative community, and that community continues to be our focus.
Dustbowl Arts Market brings ‘sexy craft fair’ to Campus Corner: story + photo essay
by Gene Perry
The Dustbowl Arts Market was born from a melding of minds and ideas. The minds belong to Reese Truesdell, Dana Fisher, and Katie Huskerson, who became friends as students at the University of Oklahoma. The first idea came when Reese and Dana moved to New York City.… Continue reading
At Taste of Norman, a chance to sample 42 local restaurants
From The Norman Transcript:
Ever thought it might be nice to try 40 different restaurants in the same night?
Even if that hasn’t been a dream of yours, you can still check out all the options tonight with one simple event: A Taste of Norman.
Norman to hold public hearing on Porter revitalization
PRESS RELEASE — The City of Norman has nearly completed the first phase of a long-range plan to revitalize Porter Avenue, a busy commercial corridor in Central Norman. On Thursday, September 10 at 6:30 P.M., the Norman Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the plan to revitalize Porter in a way that encourages commercial development and supports the long-term health of adjacent residential neighborhoods.… Continue reading
‘Bridge Norman’ reaches out to homeless
From The Norman Transcript:
“It just broke my heart,” says Tony Gray, speaking of a trip to the river bridge south of Norman where he saw the make-shift shelters of homeless residents. He left with a nagging feeling to do something, a feeling that he couldn’t ignore.
Norman investigated for violating Open Meetings Act
From The Norman Transcript:
The Norman Transcript has learned the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation is investigating the City of Norman for allegedly violating the Open Meeting Act.
“We’re in the initial stages of the investigation, and I really can’t comment on it,” said OSBI Inspector Steve Neuman.
How We Move: Oklahoma looks at public transit
by Callie Campbell
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VOICES EXTRA: Hear a short interview with CART’s Kris Glenn about mass transit in Norman.
Oklahoma is one of the most car-dependent states in the U.S. In times of prosperity fueled by a booming oil and gas industry, we built highways, bought cars, and neglected mass transit.… Continue reading
Local circus enlivens Okie art scene
by Gene Perry
A crowd has gathered on the streets of Norman. Maybe it’s the Norman Music Festival or the 2nd Friday Art Circuit. Everyone is enjoying the music, art, and food. But then the sound of approaching drums heralds a more unorthodox entertainment.… Continue reading
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