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Hi Norman, hope you’re having a great weekend!

In today’s in-case-you-missed-it edition: Eighteen music festival headliners, AI wildfire-spotting cameras, and Cirque Italia water circus + the top stories from this week & a sneak peek at next week.

Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Norman protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.

📰 Most-clicked stories this week

Local music takes center stage: Norman Music Festival announced 18 headliners for its 18th annual event, set for April 23-25 on Main Street, including Husbands, Camp Blue, S. Reidy, Original Flow, and Grocery Bag — get all the details.

Human review adds critical oversight: Firefighters in Cleveland County are now using AI-powered 360-degree cameras to spot wildfires faster, sending live feeds for verification and direct alerts to local crews, a system new to Oklahoma — see how the system works.

Tradition meets bold creativity: A guide to Norman’s best Mexican restaurants highlights tradition and creative fusion, naming Tarahumaras Mexican Cafe the top pick for authentic dishes and a full bar with tequilas and margaritas — read the full guide.

Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.

Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.

All the crowd favorites:

• Support Game Day at Among Friends
• Groove to Chicago’s horn-driven classics
• Dive into hands-on STEAM fun
• Save on self-care during the CVS Epic Beauty Sale

🏆 Gold and silver are heating up

Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold

Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.

While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.

If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.

It’s free and worth reading before the next move.

🫶 This week’s top finds

Wing night solved: Whether you’re team sweet ’n’ spicy or hot-and-crispy, O’Connell’s Irish Pub & Grille fries up classic buffalo wings that hit the spot with a cold pint and game-day energy. A reliable fix when you crave saucy comfort and don’t want to overthink dinner.

Locally-made skin saviors: If your routine needs a reset, Dunford Apothecary crafts small-batch cleansers, serums, and balms right here in Norman. Think hyaluronic acid serum, calendula crème, and a magnesium body butter locals rave about, and every formula feels delightfully homegrown.

Weekend fairway fix: Stay in town and still find a serious track at Jimmie Austin OU Golf Club, with rolling fairways, bur oak backdrops, and campus energy that makes putts feel braver. Norman vibes meet a layout that rewards nerve and pace, perfect for a weekend round with a trusty playing partner.

Thinning hair? It only gets worse: A few months ago, I noticed my ponytail getting thinner. I tried the usual stuff (biotin, shampoo, etc.) but mostly just hoped it would fix itself… until I learned that active follicles can permanently go dormant if you don’t do something about it. The good news? You can get treatment that actually works with no office visits or trips to the pharmacy. Learn more about my favorite online options here.

📆 Sneak peek at next week

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🎪 Cirque Italia: Water Circus @ Sooner Mall | Monday (3/9) at 7:30 PM – Cirque Italia’s Water Circus splashes into Sooner Mall, serving up acrobats, fountains, and big-top drama without leaving Norman. Whether you’re spoiling the grandkids or your inner eight-year-old, it handily beats another lap past Dillard’s, with easy parking, actual seats, and delightfully dry spectators.

🎨 Fancy Flowers Painting Class @ Othello’s of Norman | Tuesday (3/10) at 6:30 PM – If your living room needs less beige and more bragging rights, head to Othello’s in Norman for a guided paint-and-sip of Fancy Flowers. They bring the supplies and coaching, you handle the bar tab, the pasta, and, obviously, a victory slice of Coconut Cream Pie.

🐰 Clay Bunny @ Oil & Clay Studio | Wednesday (3/11) at 3:30 PM – Whether your last art project was a science fair volcano, or you secretly hoard fancy ceramics, this workshop lets you hand-build one or two clay bunnies, then paint them before the coffee wears off. Zero experience, maximum charm, instant gratification included.

🎬 NCom Film Club @ NCom Cyberhall | Wednesday (3/11) at 6:45 PM – Free midweek movies at NCom Cyberhall on Main, with nerd double features and cheap snacks. Rodney goes back to school, the Tri-Lambs hit the beach, and you get nostalgia without the student loans. Admission’s on the snack bar, bring a friend, or your own chair.

🏺 Antiques Outdoor Pop-Up Market @ Antiques in Moore | Saturday (3/14) at 9:00 AM – Perfect weather calls for a little treasure hunting in Moore. Hit the outdoor pop-up at Antiques in Moore for bakers, crafters, antique, vintage, and collectible dealers, plus a BBQ truck, then wander inside for mall-wide sales. Because your shelves need ‘just one more’ thing.

🥁 2nd Annual National Native American Hall of Fame Benefit Round Dance @ Thunderbird Casino Event Center | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – The 2nd Annual National Native American Hall of Fame Benefit Round Dance brings everyone to Thunderbird Casino for a community day that feels like one. Expect social dances, contests, and food, fellowship, and competition, co-hosted by Oklahoma City Pow Wow Club. Bring your good shoes.

🏃 Shamrock Gold Quest 5K, 1 Mile, Beer Mile @ Ruby Grant Park, Norman OK | Saturday (3/14) at 2:00 PM – This St. Paddy’s run at Ruby Grant Park lets you choose poison: a timed off-road 5K, a mellow 1-miler with hidden gold coins, or the beer mile with Lazy Circles. Bagpipes at the finish, dogs welcome, and St. Jude benefits, so your knees can’t complain.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🔥 Worth a peek

We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.

• Industry-leading home warranty protection ($150 off right now)
• This free tool helps connect you with the right financial advisor
• 62+? See how much tax-free cash your home could unlock → free calculator
• Got debt? You may be able to pay less than you owe
• Protect your pet from disaster with this pet insurance plan
• You can own physical gold and silver in your retirement account

📻 Norman report

Weather forecast

Today – High: 72°F – Low: 53°F – Precip: 0%

Sunny, with a high near 72. West southwest wind 2 to 10 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 53. South wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

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Tomorrow – High: 83°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 2%

Sunny, with a high near 83. South southwest wind 13 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 64.

Someone Googled you this week 👀

It may feel like an invasion of privacy, but unfortunately It’s the new normal. Whether you’re joining a committee, selling something locally, dating again, or just meeting new neighbors… people are going to look you up online.

Like it or not, the internet has a way of surfacing past mistakes and outdated information that no longer reflects who you are.

Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.

Most popular house this week

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