Local Government

Latest reporting from the Local Government desk.

Local Government

Latest reporting from the Local Government desk.

Local Government

Latest reporting from the Local Government desk.

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Norman voter registration drive opens Tuesday at MNTC

Cleveland County Election Board representatives will register voters and update registrations at Moore Norman Technology Center's Franklin Road campus on Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., ahead of the Oct. 9 deadline for the Nov. 3 general election.

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Norman schools face Oklahoma speech law after court lifts block

The 10th Circuit Court of Appeals ruled 2-1 on Wednesday, Sept. 9, to allow full enforcement of HB 1775, Oklahoma's law restricting race and gender discussions in classrooms, with direct implications for Norman Public Schools teachers.

Norman judge dismisses lawsuit against $1.1B Rock Creek district

Cleveland County District Judge Michael Tupper dismissed the lawsuit challenging Norman's Rock Creek Entertainment District after a four-and-a-half-hour hearing Tuesday, clearing the way for construction and a planned $230 million bond sale to proceed.

Mazzei edges Drummond by 152 votes in Cleveland County

The Cleveland County Election Board certified results from the Aug. 25 runoff primary, with Mike Mazzei narrowly beating Gentner Drummond in the Republican governor's race locally, Roberto Seda winning the HD 91 seat covering parts of Norman, and Noble voters approving an $89.9 million school bond.

Noble voters approve $89.9 million school bond

Noble Public Schools voters narrowly approved an $89.9 million bond package on Aug. 25 that will fund a new 5th and 6th grade school, a fine arts center and athletic upgrades without raising property taxes.

Norman council rejects OTA interchange resolution in 5-4 vote

The Norman City Council voted 5-4 to reject a resolution supporting three Oklahoma Turnpike Authority interchanges along the South Extension Turnpike, with Mayor Holman and three council members voting against after a meeting that ran past 1:30 a.m.

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Norman cuts OKC water feed after discoloration hits NW homes

Norman paused its purchased water connection from Oklahoma City on Monday after treatment issues at the Draper plant sent discolored water into northwest Norman homes; the water is safe but residents should avoid washing light clothing until lines clear.

Noble commission to vote Monday on 25-year growth plan

Noble's Planning Commission meets Monday, Aug. 24, to vote on adopting the Noble Proud 2050 Comprehensive Plan, a 25-year document guiding the city's growth, land use and infrastructure decisions.

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