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Norman Teacher Jailed for Allegedly Failing to Report Child Sex Abuse in 2015

Thursday, April 3 by News 9

A Norman teacher accused of failing to act on reported child sex abuse is behind bars.Jail records show Valerie Hartless was arrested early Wednesday morning on a warrant. She is being held at the Cleveland County Detention Center on a $75,000 bond.According to court records, a teenager reported sexual abuse to Hartless in 2015,... Read More.

Norman Police Investigate Death of OU Rugby Player

Monday, March 10 by News 9

NORMAN, Okla. -The Norman Police Department says it is investigating the death of a University of Oklahoma rugby player.OU confirmed Joe Pal’s death on social media Friday, saying, “Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of a of beloved teammate, friend, and member of our rugby family. Joe, your passion, strength and spirit will... Read More.

Moore Norman Tech Program Fuels Oklahoma’s Film Industry Growth

Tuesday, January 14 by Ponca City Now

MOORE, Okla. –As Oklahoma’s film industry continues to flourish, a program at the Moore Norman Technology Center (MNTC) is preparing the next generation of creative talent.MNTC’s Digital Cinema Production program provides students with hands-on experience in all facets of media production, from editing and filming to crew management. Instructors emphasize industry certifications, such as Adobe... Read More.

NWS Norman hosting online storm spotter training class tonight for Kay, Grant, Garfield and Noble counties

Tuesday, February 23 by Lyman James

The National Weather Service in Norman is hosting a free online storm spotter training class tonight for Kay, Grant, Garfield and Noble counties.Go to weather.gov/oun/spottertalk for... Read More.

Information from NWS Norman regarding upcoming snowstorm

Thursday, February 11 by Lyman James

Residents who live in Oklahoma and have paid attention to local news outlets over the past 24 hours have heard about the possibility of a big snowstorm impacting much of the state Sunday into Monday.The National Weather Service in Norman has sent out a Special Weather Statement as of 4:20 a.m. Thursday morning. The... Read More.