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News

Work on Highway 7/University roundabout has begun

Mississippi Department of Transportation road crews arrived in Oxford Thursday and were already out on University Avenue getting preliminary work done for the future roundabout. ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, October 10, 2024 3:14 pm

News

Historic Commission OKs sign for Velvet Ditch seafood restaurant

While the Oxford Board of Aldermen squashed Jared Foster’s plans to create an open space at his new seafood restaurant, The Velvet Ditch, off the ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, October 10, 2024 11:57 am

News

Columbus Day not a state holiday

Monday is Columbus Day in Mississippi, which is a federal holiday but is not recognized as a state holiday. That means federal offices like the ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, October 9, 2024 12:25 pm

News

Living with grace: Strength in the face of terminal cancer

Patricia Nettles knew she should have gotten mammograms but being active and feeling healthy, she put it off, year after year, for 15 years. But ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, October 9, 2024 10:23 am

Featured Photo

Early to Work

 McKinley Hamilton, an Oxford employee with the Building and Grounds Department, spruces up the Square in the early morning hours before the stores and offices ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, October 8, 2024 12:14 pm

News

No rain, lots of sunshine, moderate temps this week

The weather this week will be almost identical each day – lots of nice and more nice. There is no rain in the forecast through ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, October 7, 2024 2:12 pm

Arts

Jealous ghosts haunt the stage in Theatre Oxford’s ‘Blithe Spirit’

Be careful what spirits you call forth from the netherworld. They may decide to hang around. That’s a lesson Charles Condomine learned in Noël Coward’s ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, October 7, 2024 1:02 pm

News

Rezoning request on Old Taylor Road approved amid concerns

A recent zoning map amendment request for a 30.73-acre parcel of land on Old Taylor Road was approved by the Oxford Board of Aldermen; however, ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, October 7, 2024 10:06 am

Lafayette County

NCMR bowling tournament raises $35,500 for Love Packs

North Central Mississippi REALTORS, in collaboration with Blackburn Homes and Oxford Commons, hosted its annual Charity Bowling Tournament recently, raising $35,500 to support Love Packs, ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, October 4, 2024 1:24 pm

News

Oxford residents, businesses show support for hurricane victims

Several residents, organizations and businesses scrambled this week to gather emergency food, water and personal care items to deliver to areas affected by Hurricane Helene. ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, October 4, 2024 11:19 am

News

EDF hires advisor to create economic development strategic plan

Oxford-Lafayette County Economic Development Foundation held an “unveiling lunch party” Wednesday at The Oliver Hotel, to announce that EDF will be working with strategies advisors ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, October 3, 2024 4:08 pm

Lafayette County

PSC holds town hall meeting to discuss Great River issues

Public Service Commissioner for the Northern District Chris Brown held a town hall meeting Tuesday at the Oxford Conference Center to address concerns from residents, ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, October 3, 2024 11:30 am

Lafayette County

Mayor, aldermen address concerns over jail contract

At Tuesday’s Oxford Board of Aldermen meeting, Mayor Robyn Tannehill addressed concerns regarding ongoing contract negotiations between the city of Oxford and Lafayette County over ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, October 3, 2024 11:30 am

News

Oxford Commons has grown, thrived in first decade of development

Over the past decade, Oxford Commons has transformed from a visionary idea into a thriving, vibrant community, thanks to the efforts of David Blackburn, founder ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, October 3, 2024 10:16 am

Business

Ghost tour offers unique glimpse into Oxford’s history

For Jennifer Vesey, history and the supernatural go hand-in-hand. A year after moving to Oxford, she realized that while the city is steeped in history, ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, September 30, 2024 12:00 pm

News

Southern Coop finds new home in Oxford Commons

Southern Coop has relocated, and now customers can enjoy their signature wings while practicing their golf swing. After six years at its original location on ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, September 30, 2024 10:03 am

Events

Oxford ‘witches’ ready to take flight for fun, good cause

The Witches Ride is flying in with a magical twist this year. Started in 2023, the Witches Ride event helps to raise money for The ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, September 27, 2024 11:50 am

Best Bets, Predictions & Odds for the Ole Miss vs. Kentucky Game – Saturday, Sept. 28

News

Homecoming game shuttle, parking, weather and more

The University of Mississippi Rebels will take on the Kentucky Wildcats on Saturday at home in the Vaught-Hemmingway Stadium. Kick-off is at 11 a.m. Wear ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, September 27, 2024 8:49 am

Arts

Ladykiller Author in Oxford

Mississippi native Katherine Wood read from her fourth novel, Ladykiller, and signed books at the live Thacker Mountain Radio Show on Thursday, Sept. 19. A ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 2:02 pm

Lafayette County

Showers associated with Hurricane Helene expected in north Mississippi later this week

Rain associated with Hurricane Helene will begin to move into the area on Thursday and continue into the weekend. More than 2 inches of rain ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 11:20 am

Garden/Outdoors

LC Master Gardener Fall Lecture welcomes Sherra Owen

Sherra Owen will be the guest presenter at the upcoming Lafayette County Master Gardeners Fall Lecture. The event takes place from 9:30 to 11 a.m. ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, September 24, 2024 3:35 pm

Crime

Two charged after raid on CBD stores in Oxford

Two CBD store owners thus far have been arrested and charged with the sale of a controlled substance after local and state law enforcement officers ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, September 24, 2024 7:43 am

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