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A.J. Brown advises new class of Rebel alumni ‘The playbook is yours’

By Marisa C. Atkinson UM communications With the shift of tassels and a familiar rousing refrain, the University…

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Regional News: Holly Spring woman killed in one-vehicle crash

A Holly Springs woman died when her vehicle hit a tree. On Friday at approximately 6:22 a.m., the…

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World Championship Old-Time Piano Contest slated for Memorial Day Weekend in Oxford

Since its inception as a fundraiser for the Monticello, IL Railway Museum in 1975, the World Championship Old-Time…

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FNB Water Valley welcomes new VP Market Manager

FNB Water Valley announces the appointment of Leshon Polk as vice president, market manager. Polk, an experienced community…

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Almost ready!

The Oxford City Pool was filled with water this week after a year of being empty while its…

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City considers phasing out speed humps

The Oxford Engineering Department recommended a change to the city’s Traffic Calming Policy that could soon take speed…

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Professor reflects on slection of first American Pope

For the first time in history, the leader of the Roman Catholic Church is from the United States.…

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City looking for firms to create Parks and Trails Master Plan

As Oxford continues to experience steady growth, city officials are taking steps to ensure that recreational spaces keep…

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Elected officials update community on Legislative session

Local representatives and senators from Oxford and Lafayette County presented a comprehensive overview of the legislative achievements from…

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Wake low blew into Oxford with 50 mph gusts Wednesday

Many Oxford and Lafayette County residents woke up Wednesday morning to leaves, limbs and in some cases, trees…

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Contest/Best of Oxford 2025 Promotion Kit

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OHS Speech & Debate team wins Best in Debate; headed to Nationals

By Davis Coen Oxford High School won Best in Debate at the annual state championship event, presented by…

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Lafayette County property transfers

Property transfers between April 28 – May 2, 2025, as recorded with the Lafayette County Chancery Clerk: South…

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Lafayette County food inspections for April

The Mississippi Department of Health conducted 46 food service inspections in Lafayette County from April 1- 30 with…

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Cofield’s Corner

High School and Ole Miss football brought their thrills. Snow days delighted us. The last day of school…

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Library to hold several events this summer for all ages

First Regional Library invites everyone to have some summer fun at the Oxford-Lafayette County Public Library. The 2025…

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Orchestra participation soars across Oxford schools

In the last three years, Oxford School District’s orchestra program has seen remarkable growth and has become a…

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UPDATE: She has been located

The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office is asking citizens to be on the lookout for a missing woman. Ashley…

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Lafayette High School announces Valedictorian, Salutatorian

Lafayette High School announced the Class of 2025 Valedictorian and Salutatorian this week. Graduation will be held on…

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Man sentenced in death of 1-year-old child

A man charged in the death of a 1-year-old child last year will serve another seven years in…

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Photo Gallery: Mayfest

The Cedar Oaks Guild held its annual Mayfest Sunday. The free event featured maypoles, crafts and games for…

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Oxford Fire Department calls

The Oxford Fire Department responded to the following calls from April 27-May 4:   42          Fire Alarms  …