Work to begin soon on approved city projects
Two long-awaited projects were green lighted Tuesday by the Oxford Board of Aldermen. The Burns Belfry Church and Oxford University Transit maintenance facility both were approved to begin the bid process. (December 22, 2011, Page 1)
In the midst of a remarkable revival
News Editor Jonathan Scott takes a look back at some highlights of the past 14 months, noting the decisions made in the Lafayette-Oxford-University community in late 2010 and 2011 will reverberate for years. Scott ties it all together to show what outsiders are learning about the community – it’s a pretty good place to live and work. (December 22, 2011, Page 4)
Belle, the beagle, a model to follow in 2012
Fanatics and risk-takers have a special place in local columnist Deidra Jackson’s mind and heart, and she points to Belle, the beagle, as one who followed her instincts and enjoyed a brief shot at the good life that she’s probably never forget. Jackson writes that all of us might consider imitating Belle a bit in 2012. (December 22, 2011, Page 4)
Shopping procrastinators still have options
Do you have all your Christmas shopping done? That’s a question that many of us fear this time of year, but EAGLE Editor Don Whitten lets us know that there is still time and plenty available to get something special for those on your Christmas list this year. (December 21, 2011, Page 4)
Readyman badge helped scout save younger brother
Boy Scout Chase Freeman was able to use the skills he learned while studying for his Readyman Badge as a Cub Scout earlier this year when he performed the Heimlick maneuver on his younger brother who was choking on candy. (December 21, 2011, Page 3)
13-year-old Oxford boy earns Eagle Scout rank
John Hale Houston was awarded with the Eagle Scout rank last week after earning 112 merit badges and completing not one, but two, service projects. Houston, 13, is a Boy Scout with Oxford Troop 45. (December 21, 2011, Page 1)
Oxford to accomodate walkers
The Oxford Pathway Commission is working to obtain a Walk Friendly designation and asked the city to sign a charter that it supports walking on Tuesday. (December 21, 2011, Page 2)
Mayo resigns from city board
Brad Mayo resigned his Ward 6 Alderman seat on Tuesday after obtaining a position with
the state House of Representatives. A special election will be held Feb. 14. (December 21, 2011, Page 1)
Judge continues Facebook lawsuit
A U.S. District judge has put a local lawsuit against Facebook on hold while the Judicial Panel on Multi-District Litigation decides whether to consolidate the suit with at least 11 other identical lawsuits that have been filed around the country against the social media giant. (December 20, 2011, Page 1A)
RIF program funding restored
Reading is Fundamental will receive its funding from Congress after a precarious fall when the money was uncertain for the program that funds books to be given out to local children. Around 600 Lafayette County residents would have been impacted if the cuts had been made. (December 20, 2011, Page 2A)
