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Information thieves present new problem

Don Whitten — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:34:41 +0000

Most of us have heard about phishing – using email messages to “fish” for personal information that could lead to identity theft. What about “smishing,” the newest electronic slight of hand? Editor Don Whitten warns readers about getting smished through text messages. (May 23, 2012, Page 4A)

Letters to the Editor

Oxford EAGLE — Wed, 23 May 2012 12:30:29 +0000

Mari Boutin writes to suggest that the Oxford Park Commission start using a schedule of use and refundable deposit system for private use of the city’s recreational facilities. (May 23, 2012, Page 4A)

Mr. King – his impact will never be forgotten

Oxford EAGLE — Tue, 22 May 2012 12:23:10 +0000

Former Oxford High student Jake McGraw, now pursuing his master’s degree at the University of Oxford, writes a guest column about one of the inspirations in his life – the teaching of the late John Morgan King in an eighth-grade social studies class. (May 22, 2012, Page 4)

School’s out for summer – what’s next?

Don Whitten — Mon, 21 May 2012 12:40:36 +0000

The morning and afternoon traffic lines at the schools are disappearing and a car stereo or two was heard blaring Alice Cooper’s “School’s Out.” Editor Don Whitten writes that means it’s time to start making summer vacation plans. What are you thinking about? (May 21, 2012, Page 4)

Youth leagues can teach more than the youth

Jeff Eubanks — Fri, 18 May 2012 12:57:43 +0000

A recent trip to watch some summer league baseball in Water Valley brought on some exciting action, but also a disturbing exchange involving a fan, a player and an umpire. Assistant News Editor Jeff Eubanks looks at the situation and what it should teach adults as well as kids. (May 18, 2012, Page 4A)

Rosa Parks, Thoreau and civil disobedience

Oxford EAGLE — Fri, 18 May 2012 12:52:49 +0000

As random thoughts led to other random thoughts, local columnist T.J. Ray recalled one of his attempts at teaching Henry David Thoreau and civil disobedience to college students years ago. Ray writes about the lesson and how it relates to today. (May 18, 2012, Page 4A)

Considering alternatives to defensive driving

Don Whitten — Thu, 17 May 2012 12:54:37 +0000

Been in a near fender-bender recently? Know someone who has? Editor Don Whitten takes a look at those near-misses and wonders if bumper cars might help some of the poor drivers pay a little more attention to others. (May 17, 2012, Page 4A)

Letters to the Editor

Oxford EAGLE — Thu, 17 May 2012 12:51:19 +0000

Timothy R. Wallace writes to encourage the city not to implement paid parking in the downtown area, saying that not having paid marking is one of the things that makes the Square so special. (May 17, 2012, Page 4A)

High school graduation a major milestone

Don Whitten — Wed, 16 May 2012 12:40:57 +0000

Do you remember your graduation ceremony? What about what you did afterward? Editor Don Whitten writes about high school graduation and the few changes through the years as we get ready to honor our high school seniors this weekend. (May 16, 2012, Page 4)

You Shall Receive

Oxford EAGLE — Tue, 15 May 2012 12:37:38 +0000

Local columnist Jimmy Reed knows God has more important things to do than to give him a long-wanted Harley-Davidson. However, as he relates in this week’s column, there’s always hope because prayers are answered and miracles do happen. (May 15, 2012, Page 4)