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Crime

State, defense ask court to seal Herrington case files

Prosecutors and defense attorneys have petitioned the Lafayette County Circuit Court to seal the case against the man accused of killing Jimmy “Jay” Lee in ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, July 18, 2024 11:05 am

Education

Chronic absenteeism still high in local schools but improving since Covid

While under the state average for chronic absenteeism, both Oxford and Lafayette County schools are working toward lowering the percentage of students missing more than ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, July 18, 2024 10:33 am

News

Oxford leaders approve bids to begin moving utilities for Hwy. 7 project

On Tuesday, the Oxford Board of Aldermen took a few steps toward making the four-laning of Highway 7 from Oxford to the 7/9 split a ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, July 17, 2024 1:29 pm

Lafayette County

Former Lafayette student, recent Kossuth graduate killed in wreck

An early morning wreck on Highway 30 claimed the life of a recent Kossuth High School graduate. At about 6:36 a.m., the Lafayette County Sheriff’s ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 3:13 pm

Lafayette County

Possible rain, lower temps later this week

After a blazing hot day today, Lafayette County and the surrounding area could see some relief after predicted showers and thunderstorms roll into the area ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 10:58 am

Education

Library requests $500K+ for 2025 budget; Named fifth busiest in state

The Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library is the fifth busiest individual library branch in Mississippi, according to the Mississippi Library Commission. “When we get ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, July 16, 2024 9:25 am

Lafayette County

Local leaders weigh in on attempted assassination

Two days after the attempted assassination of former Pres. Donald Trump, that left a retired firefighter dead and two others critically injured, local politicians and ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, July 15, 2024 3:54 pm

Accidents

Oxford, Lafayette school district mourn loss of student, staff member

The Oxford and Lafayette County school districts are each mourning the loss of one of their own. On Monday, the Oxford School District announced that ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, July 15, 2024 2:35 pm

News

Oxford retired biologist captures rare white bison on video

Wildlife enthusiast and retired biologist and professor Gary Gaston had a rare opportunity last month in the breathtaking landscape of Yellowstone National Park: witnessing the ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, July 15, 2024 9:00 am

Education

This is tax free weekend for back-to-school items

Mississippi’s Sales Tax Holiday is happening this weekend. The holiday started at midnight today and will run through midnight on Sunday. The tax holiday is ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, July 12, 2024 2:56 pm

Healthcare

Local medical missionaries provide life-changing care in West African village

Midge McCay has traveled across the ocean to Togo, West Africa several times with North Oxford Baptist Church on a mission trip to provide health ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, July 12, 2024 2:23 pm

Arts

Several Oxford artists, programs receive MAC grants

The Mississippi Arts Commission is investing over $1.7 million through grants for the arts in more than 300 organizations, schools, and individual artists throughout the ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, July 11, 2024 4:20 pm

Lafayette County

More than 100 moms helped at community baby shower event

Rapha’s House hosted its first Community Baby Shower recently, serving about 100 women. The event took place on June 22 at the Lafayette County Multipurpose ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, July 11, 2024 9:40 am

Columns

Ease Your Grief with Good Memories: A Photo Essay by Susan Mah

By Susan Mah After loved ones pass, we look for ways to still feel connected—visiting the cemetery, cooking that favorite dish, or looking at old ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, July 10, 2024 12:19 pm

Crime

Three charged in stolen AT&T utility wire thefts

Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office has taken several reports of stolen AT&T utility wires throughout Lafayette County since January. Through an investigation, several persons of interest ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, July 9, 2024 12:44 pm

Business

7Brew coffee coming to Oxford; Velvet Ditch opening roastery

Coffee enthusiasts will soon have two new places to enjoy a cup of java. On Monday, the Oxford Planning Commission approved a special exception to ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, July 9, 2024 12:08 pm

Crime

Hearing to delay foot fraud lawsuit trial set for Monday

Attorneys representing a former podiatrist in a $5 million civil lawsuit are asking the court to continue the trial slated to begin Aug. 26. The ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, July 9, 2024 11:49 am

News

MHP responds to four fatal wrecks during Fourth of July weekend

The Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to four fatal wrecks over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. From 6 p.m. on Thursday to 6 a.m. On ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, July 9, 2024 9:57 am

Crime

Water Valley man charged for threatening a deputy

A Water Valley man was arrested recently for threatening a law enforcement officer. On July 6, a deputy with Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office was parked ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, July 8, 2024 7:20 pm

Business

RKA Construction opens Oxford office

RKA Construction announced the grand opening of its new Oxford office. The office will open on July 18 and is located at 265 North Lamar ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, July 8, 2024 11:52 am

Lafayette County

Beryl could send us some rain today, higher chance Tuesday

As remnants of Hurricane Beryl head northwestward, north Mississippi is expected to see some associated rain and thunderstorms over the next two days. According to ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, July 8, 2024 10:04 am

News

Aldermen OK demolition of Gater Road structures

The Oxford Board of Aldermen approved the demolition of three structures on Gater Road and applied the cost as a lien on the property. The ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, July 8, 2024 9:00 am

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