Student housing boon in Oxford
Two more large $36 million developments were approved by the Oxford Planning Commission that are geared to student living. The Retreat and Blackberry Hills developers both offered to donate $12,500 and $10,000 respectively to the Oxford University Transit system to be included on the bus route. Both developments are veering away from typical apartment complex settings and proposing more single-homes and townhouses. (April 10, 2012, Page 1)
Raising awareness of sexual assault
Several events are planned for the LOU area this month to bring awareness to sexual assault during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. (April 9, 2012, Page 1)
Come show off quilts during Piecemakers’ anniversary
The Oxford Piecemakers’ anniversary celebration will be held at 1 p.m. April 14 in the Fellowship Hall of First Presbyterian Church. Community members are invited to bring a quilt to share with the others during a “Show and Tell” portion of the celebration. (April 6, 2012, Page 2B)
Bicyclists, motorists must learn to share the road
Several months after new laws were passed to promote cyclist safety, some bikers still do not feel safe on many of the area’s roadways. (April 6, 2012, Page 1A)
Bike paths good for economy
Since creating 7 miles of bike and walking paths around Oxford, local real estate developers have responded to investments in transportation alternatives by locating new housing developments along the existing paths. (April 6, 2012, Page 1A)
Young thespians learn art of acting
Actor Rhes Low is helping youngsters and teens refine their acting skills during weekly classes at The Powerhouse. (April 6, 2012, Page 1B)
NMRC anticipates possible system changes
North Mississippi Regional Center may soon feel the effects of a report issued in December 2011 by the Department of Justice that found Mississippi was in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act by serving persons with intellectual disabilities at large residential facilities operated by the Department of Mental Health, rather than in smaller community settings. (April 5, 2012, Page 1A)
Aldermen ponder Old Taylor Road options
The Oxford Board of Aldermen are making fixing traffic issues on Old Taylor Road a high priority. (April 5, 2012, Page 1A)
Groups invited to take part in Party in the Park
To help provide information about organizations aimed at offering support for parents for the prevent of child abuse and neglect, several organizations have come together to hold the annual Party in the Park on April 14 at Avent Park in recognition of National Child Abuse Awareness Month. (April 3, 2012, Page 3)
Changing signs for the times
All but a handful of Oxford business are now under compliance of the city’s sign ordinance that limits the size, amount and placement of outdoor signs. (April 3, 2012, Page 1)
