Lafayette fastest growing county in state
Based on recent population trends, Lafayette County is now the fastest growing county in the state, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. New numbers also reveal that the city of Oxford has reached a “milestone” in its population. (May 24, 2013, Page 1A)
More call Oxford home
Two recent reports highlight how attractive the Oxford community is to people and businesses. The U.S. Census Bureau finds that Oxford is one of the fastest growing cities and OPEN Forum names Oxford as one of the top 10 small towns for business. (July 3, 2012, Page 1)
Census takers take to the streets
To ensure a complete and accurate 2010 Census, census takers have taken to the street in the community this week to visit with households who haven’t returned their census forms.
Unfortunately, as finals at the University of Mississippi wrap up this week, many doorbells may go unanswered. (May 5, 2010, Page 1)
Counting heads begins next week
The U.S. Census Bureau mailed out a heads-up this week informing all households to be prepared to have their heads ready to be counted for the 2010 Census population count. (March 12, 2010, Page 1A)
