Letters to the Editor
Peter Frost writes about the anger at the government that has dominated the news recently and urges everyone to do what they can to make things better. (April 24, 2013, Page 4)
Drawing Out Leviathan
Fishermen are always looking for advice on how to catch the next “big one.” Local columnist Jimmy Reed recalls his early fishing days, some of that advice and a special lure that produced a big catch. (April 23, 2013, Page 4)
Signs popping up tell us election is near
Campaign signs around town are about as plentiful as daffodils were a few weeks back, Editor Don Whitten says, as he writes about the upcoming municipal elections. (April 22, 2013, Page 4)
Growing concern becoming big issue locally
There’s a new buzz word working its way into lots of conversations in the LOU community these days – parking. Editor Don Whitten takes a look at the latest news on parking plans and changes at Ole Miss. (April 19, 2013, Page 4A)
Remembering a different Mr. Bill
Assistant News Editor Jeff Eubanks revisits memories of mentor and friend Billy Rotenberry, an iconic figure in Water Valley for years, and thinks of all the things he wish he could tell Mr. Bill. (April 18, 2013, Page 4)
Responding to the Boston Marathon tragedy
Editor Don Whitten writes about the Boston Marathon bombing tragedy, asking the questions most readers are probably asking these days and wondering how we will respond to the deadly act of terrorism. (April 17, 2013, Page 4)
Fine Day For Fire Ants
Local columnist Jimmy Reed recalls his days growing up on a farm – and his run-in with some “hungry” fire ants one day while picking up bales of hay. (April 16, 2013, Page 4)
Thoughts on holidays, baseball and yellow dust
Editor Don Whitten takes on a variety of subjects and questions, including a possible holiday, high school baseball, pollen and mechanical issues at The Oxford EAGLE. (April 15, 2013, Page 4)
Letters to the Editor
Mary Sue Tettleton writes to urge people to take notice of the beauty of the Oxford Square and to thank Billy Lamb and his city building and grounds crew for making it possible. (April 15, 2013, Page 4)
Job market especially tough for young folks
“Shadows” spend time with professionals and businesses to learn about possible vocations. They also, Editor Don Whitten writes, can learn about the general job market these days for young adults. (April 12, 2013, Page 4A)
