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 ...
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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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, July 8, 2024 9:00 am
SportsPlus
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Five games on the Saturday college basketball schedule feature a ranked team, including the matchup between the Oakland…
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