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Lifestyle

Oxford on the Move: Ulysses “Coach” Howell is an Oxonian for life

When Ulysses “Coach” Howell commits to something, it’s usually with a lot of dedication — whether it’s serving his church, his community as aldermen for ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Saturday, March 11, 2017 6:00 am

News

Oxford officials approve new contractors burn permit policy

Contractors developing land inside the city limits of Oxford will now be able to burn off debris on-site, rather than hauling it off to the ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, March 10, 2017 10:07 am

News

Oxford Park Commission to build neighborhood garden in Price Hill Park

Price Hill Park is a small park hidden off Price Hill Drive that offers all the amenities of a fun place to spend an afternoon ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, March 10, 2017 9:52 am

News

Public hearing held for proposed rezoning of Oxford’s first Traditional Neighborhood Development

A public hearing held Tuesday on the proposed rezoning of 49 acres to Oxford’s first Traditional Neighborhood Development brought both criticisms and praise from local ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, March 9, 2017 10:07 am

Lafayette County

Former dump causes bump in Oxford’s new activity center plan

One man’s trash may be another man’s treasure, but tons of trash recently found underneath Oxford Park Commission property is proving to be anything but ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, March 9, 2017 10:02 am

Lafayette County

Sociology students in Oxford to seek input on affordable housing survey

Sociology students studying housing insecurity in Oxford will be going door-to-door over for the next several weeks to survey residents about affordable housing in Lafayette ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, March 9, 2017 9:56 am

Elections

Taylor mayor, James E. Hamilton, will run unopposed

Long-time Taylor mayor James E. Hamilton will run opposed in the June 6 election. The deadline to qualify was Friday. Hamilton is the third mayor ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, March 9, 2017 9:52 am

Lafayette County

Oxford enters into “roomies” lease with Lafayette County

The city of Oxford will soon become “roomies” with Lafayette County, after the Oxford Board of Aldermen approved a lease agreement for space in the ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, March 8, 2017 11:04 am

Lafayette County

Aldermen approve $32K matching donation to Interfaith Compassion Ministries

Interfaith Compassion Ministries helps low-income families in Lafayette County throughout the year, providing help with rent, utility payments, medications and more. Supported by local churches, ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, March 8, 2017 10:50 am

Elections

Abbeville mayor unopposed

Scott Fricker will remain Abbeville’s mayor for at least another fours after no one filed to run against him in the town’s June election. Deadline ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, March 7, 2017 10:39 am

Columns

Is it any wonder why the world is entranced by April the giraffe?

Sitting and browsing through Facebook about two weeks ago, a friend posted a link that caught my attention. “Pregnant giraffe about to give birth!” So ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, March 6, 2017 10:59 am

News

Parking revenue in Oxford sees big gain

Raising the fee for parking meters by a quarter an hour has increased revenue for the city by about $2,000 a month. In late 2016, ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, March 6, 2017 10:49 am

Elections

Two Oxford Board of Aldermen candidates qualify on last day

With the clock ticking down to the 5 p.m. deadline, only two more Oxford residents qualified Friday to run for an alderman seat in June. ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Saturday, March 4, 2017 7:39 pm

News

Oxford Grillehouse, jcg apparel will have to be partially rebuilt following damaging wreck

  While most businesses affected by a crash from a pick-up slamming into the east side of the Square early Monday morning are now open ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Saturday, March 4, 2017 7:36 pm

News

Robyn Tannehill is now Mayor-elect in Oxford

Robyn Tannehill will soon be Oxford’s mayor for the next four years since no one else filed paperwork to run against her by today’s 5 ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, March 3, 2017 5:13 pm

Education

Lafayette County’s Community Tuition Assistance Program offers students a way to continue their education

Since 2008, Lafayette County has helped more than 300 high school seniors continue their education through its Community College Tuition Assistance Program, allowing them to ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, March 3, 2017 10:50 am

News

Rivers McGraw Act now in Senate

A bill that would require parents to be notified before anyone under 21 could be granted bond after being arrested for drugs or driving under ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, March 2, 2017 9:54 am

News

Traffic signal up in flashing mode at Molly Barr and Price

Those traveling along Molly Barr Road over the next few days should drive with caution when approaching the new intersection with Price Street as a ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, March 1, 2017 11:16 am

Elections

Wayne Andrews enters Oxford alderman Ward 6 race

Wayne Andrews has helped grow and unite the art community for several years as director of the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council and says he now wants ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, March 1, 2017 11:01 am

Columns

Learning about Oxford through the words of Jack Mayfield

When I moved to Oxford in 2007, I knew little to nothing about this town. I had been here visiting a friend a couple of ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, February 27, 2017 10:06 am

Crime

Attempted robbery earns Oxford man 10 years in Parchman

A failed robbery led to a 10-year prison sentence for an Oxford man. Aunree Dennis, 23, was arrested in December 2014 for robbing a man ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, February 27, 2017 9:54 am

News

Attorney Carnelia Fondren believes in community over compensation

During Black History Month, on each Sunday, the EAGLE will feature a long-standing local business owned and operated by African Americans citizens. Carnelia Fondren didn’t ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Sunday, February 26, 2017 2:00 am

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