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News

City, County continue to work on jail contract

City and county leaders continue to hash out an updated established framework to manage detainees housed at the Lafayette County Jail efficiently and equitably. Oxford ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, December 3, 2024 2:23 pm

News

University breaks overall enrollment record

Overall enrollment at the University of Mississippi has grown for the fourth consecutive year, fueled by a record-setting freshman class and strong retention rates. This ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, December 2, 2024 11:00 am

Crime

Trial for 2022 killing of Ole Miss student Jay Lee begins Monday

The trial of the man accused of killing Jimmy “Jay” Lee in 2022, Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington Jr., will begin next week. Jury selection is set ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, November 29, 2024 10:31 am

Elections

Falkner, Thompson, Babb win in Lafayette run-off election

Ley Falkner is Lafayette County’s newest Justice Court Judge. Falkner garnered 832 votes to Deanna McLarty’s 368 votes Tuesday during the run-off election. Falkner is ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 8:21 pm

Business

Free TV still available in Oxford with new local station

Oxford now boasts a new addition to its local media landscape — a free over-the-air digital TV station. Broadcasting on UHF with a 15kW signal, ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 12:09 pm

Elections

Runoff election Tuesday for three races

The Lafayette County Election Commission will hold a runoff election on Tuesday, Nov. 26, for three races not decided in the General Election two weeks ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, November 25, 2024 12:22 pm

Lafayette County

Thanksgiving holiday: Closings. Trash pickup, Open restaurants and more

Most local government offices will be closed Thursday and Friday this Thanksgiving holiday. Garbage pickup scheduled for Thursday in the city will be picked up ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, November 25, 2024 10:05 am

Crime

Police looking for vehicle burglars

The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office and the Oxford Police Department are seeking information regarding several auto burglaries that occurred between midnight and 4 a.m. this morning. ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, November 22, 2024 3:50 pm

News

UM student fatally jumps from Vaught-Hemingway

An Ole Miss student allegedly committed suicide Thursday night by jumping off the Vaught-Hemingway Stadium, according to reports. The University Police Department responded to a ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, November 22, 2024 12:10 pm

Crime

Man arrested after allegedly putting razor blades on a ‘No parking’ sign

An Oxford man has been arrested for allegedly putting razor blades on a “No parking” sign to keep people from blocking his driveway. According to ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, November 22, 2024 9:54 am

News

Harvest Angel Projects provides fresh food to Pantry

This week, the Oxford Community Market and volunteers from several organizations embraced the spirit of giving in a fresh way. On Tuesday, Nov. 19, nearly ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, November 21, 2024 3:17 pm

News

Salvation Army launches holiday fundraising campaign with Red Kettle kick-off

The Oxford Salvation Army Service Center officially launched its annual Red Kettle Campaign on Tuesday with a kickoff event on the steps of the store ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, November 21, 2024 1:12 pm

News

Oxford honors JJ Pegues as Honorary Mayor on Egg Bowl day

Oxford Mayor Robyn Tannehill and the Board of Aldermen proclaimed JJ Pegues the Honorary Mayor of Oxford for Nov. 29, coinciding with the highly anticipated ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, November 20, 2024 11:40 am

Business

Chimney sweep keeps homes safe, fireplaces burning bright

Neal Schiesske may not dance like Dick Van Dyke in “Mary Poppins,” but he’s every bit as dedicated to his craft. As the owner of ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, November 19, 2024 8:30 am

Lafayette County

Construction of new Sheriff’s substation in Harmontown set to begin

Lafayette County Sheriff Joey East announced that construction of a new sheriff’s substation in Harmontown should begin next week, pending final preparations. To facilitate the ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, November 18, 2024 3:07 pm

News

More fall-like temps on the way after rain tonight

Rain is expected tonight in Oxford as a cold front moves into northern Mississippi, bringing more fall-like temperatures. Showers are anticipated to begin around midnight, ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, November 18, 2024 12:10 pm

Events

Two free Thanksgiving meal events for those in need

This Thanksgiving, two community events in Oxford, will bring warmth, food and togetherness to residents in need. Sister, S.O.A.R. (Success Over Adversity – Redeemed), a ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, November 18, 2024 7:00 am

News

Oxford sets up goalpost for fans to relive Ole Miss victory

A piece of Ole Miss history has landed in downtown Oxford, giving fans the perfect opportunity to relive last weekend’s unforgettable win against Georgia. Thanks ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, November 15, 2024 9:01 am

Education

Local Eagle Scout builds planter boxes for OMS

Oxford Middle School recently received a special gift thanks to local Boy Scout Timothy “Zek” Crocker. Crocker, 17, is a senior at Oxford High School ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, November 14, 2024 3:59 pm

Arts

Scenes from Thacker Mountain

 The Thacker Mountain Radio Show on Nov. 7     Photos by M. Ben Williams Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, November 14, 2024 1:24 pm

Arts

Mary Lou Owens recognized as Legacy Quilter

An Oxford woman was recognized recently by the Mississippi Quilt Association as a Legacy Quilter. Legacy Quilters are over 65 years old and show outstanding ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, November 14, 2024 12:08 pm

News

Velvet Ditch site plan OK’d by Planning Commission

Oxford’s Planning Commission approved the site plan for an outdoor dining space at Velvet Ditch Seafood – again. Jared Foster recently opened the restaurant in ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, November 13, 2024 2:13 pm

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