It seemed like the news never slowed down in 2020.
The Transcript staff has compiled a list of the 10 biggest news events in Norman this year, from attempted recalls to record election participation. These are not necessarily our most popular news stories â for those, see our list of The Transcriptâs 10 most-read stories this year.Â
Instead, these are the issues and events that have left the biggest mark on Norman this year:Â
COVID in NormanÂ
Much of the news that happened in Norman this year was touched by one event: The arrival of COVID-19 in the state. The initial wave triggered school and business shutdowns and eventually, Norman issued one of the first mask mandates in Oklahoma.