Events
Oxford favorite ‘The Vegabonds’ return to the Lyric
The Southern rock quintet (and Oxford favorites) The Vegabonds will be making their return to town tonight to open for Whiskey Myers at The Lyric. ...
Andy Belt, Author at The Oxford Eagle - Page 3 of 17
Lafayette County
Oxonians discuss Confederate statue on Square at Lafayette County Supervisors meeting
The Confederate monument was the central focus of a discussion held during the most recent Lafayette County Board of Supervisors meeting. Residents who stand on ...
by Andy Belt, Wednesday, September 6, 2017 9:37 am
News
Bond Referendum vote for Oxford School District taking place on Sept. 26
After months of planning, the Oxford School District is ready for its bond referendum that, if passed, will provide finances for a new elementary school ...
by Andy Belt, Sunday, September 3, 2017 8:17 am
Lifestyle
Southern Technicolor: Water Valley artist captures Mississippi’s wildlife in brightly colored paintings
Artist Bradley Gordon sees the South in technicolor. Just look at one of his paintings and you probably will, too. Gordon’s work focuses on animals ...
by Andy Belt, Sunday, September 3, 2017 6:00 am
News
Ole Miss Theatre hosting night of salsa lessons
The University of Mississippi is offering a class for those who like their dancing a little spicy. On Thursday, Aug. 31 from 6 to 7 ...
by Andy Belt, Thursday, August 31, 2017 9:51 am
News
Holocaust survivor Marion Blumenthal Lazan speaks about her life, German occupation at Ole Miss’ Paris-Yates
The University of Mississippi recently hosted a speaker that is a member of the last generation affected by one of the greatest tragedies in human ...
by Andy Belt, Thursday, August 31, 2017 9:44 am
Education
Oxford School District awarded for being a top CHART program
The Mississippi Department of Health made a presentation at the Oxford School District’s Board of Trustees monthly meeting — and the news was all good. ...
by Andy Belt, Tuesday, August 29, 2017 9:36 am
Lafayette County
Oxford and Lafayette Chamber of Commerce asking for donations
The Oxford and Lafayette Chamber of Commerce is putting a plan together to help out the victims of Hurricane Harvey in Texas. In a letter ...
by Andy Belt, Tuesday, August 29, 2017 9:02 am
Lifestyle
Oxford native’s artwork speaks to politics and American culture
Laura Elkins’ new painting installation “America Selfie” is timely, but her hope is that it transcends 2017 and the current political climate. The artist, who ...
by Andy Belt, Sunday, August 27, 2017 6:00 am
Education
Oxford High School students win multiple honors for artwork, photography
Several students at Oxford High School were recently awarded in statewide and national competitions for their artwork and photography. Senior Olivia Wymore won first place ...
by Andy Belt, Friday, August 25, 2017 11:18 am
Events
Cleanup for Kickoff event happening this Saturday
With the first Ole Miss home game fast approaching next weekend, Leadership Lafayette is hosting a new event to make Lafayette County look as nice ...
by Andy Belt, Friday, August 25, 2017 10:11 am
Columnists
“Tax-Free Weekend” at Square Books in Oxford
To coincide with the Mississippi Second Amendment Tax-Free Weekend Holiday for guns, archery equipment and ammunition, Square Books is removing taxes from their books to ...
by Andy Belt, Thursday, August 24, 2017 9:41 am
News
Civil war historian Starke Miller meeting with Oxford Pachyderm Club
Following the tragic and violent events that happened in Charlottesville, Virginia earlier this month, the Oxford Pachyderm Club will host a meeting to discuss whether ...
by Andy Belt, Wednesday, August 23, 2017 10:15 am
Lifestyle
The BTC Old-Fashioned Grocery mixes friendship, food and antiques in one Water Valley storefront
In just over seven years, The BTC Old-Fashioned Grocery already seems like it has been in Water Valley for generations. From the beginning, the establishment ...
by Andy Belt, Sunday, August 20, 2017 6:00 am
News
Hardy awarded national honor for children’s literature
Local children’s book author and illustrator Sarah Frances Hardy was recently honored with an award on the national stage. The National Museum of Women in ...
by Andy Belt, Monday, August 14, 2017 10:53 am
News
Night for Nonprofits
Nonprofits in Lafayette County take center stage for the second straight year during an event that seeks to raise money for these organizations. The Night ...
by Andy Belt, Thursday, August 10, 2017 10:56 am
News
Family Crisis Services seeking volunteers
Family Crisis Services, a nonprofit agency that serves victims of crime, is in need of volunteers. FCS assists children and adults and offers an array ...
by Andy Belt, Thursday, August 10, 2017 10:55 am
Education
Lafayette County School District dealing with too many students
The Board of Directors for the Lafayette County School District voted unanimously during a special meeting to increase the school’s budget by $2 million for ...
by Andy Belt, Tuesday, August 8, 2017 9:56 am
Lifestyle
Oxford High School Envirothon team does well in competition
The Envirothon team at Oxford High School recently placed sixth in a nationwide competition that involved 54 other teams from 45 states. The 2017 edition ...
by Andy Belt, Sunday, August 6, 2017 6:00 am
Lifestyle
‘1 Last Chance’ has been touring hard and ready to release first single
1 Last Chance might be the loudest band in Oxford, and the four-piece punk group doesn’t plan on dialing back their sound anytime soon. Since ...
by Andy Belt, Sunday, August 6, 2017 6:00 am
News
Donate water for firefighters and get a free sub sandwich
Tomorrow, Oxonians can help out their local fire-fighting department and get a free sub sandwich in return. As part of the H20 for Heroes event ...
by Andy Belt, Friday, August 4, 2017 9:50 am
Lafayette County
Lafayette Schools eye location for new school
A new elementary school is in the works for the Lafayette County School District. LCSD Superintendent Adam Pugh says that while a bond referendum will ...
by Andy Belt, Wednesday, August 2, 2017 10:45 am
SportsPlus
How to Watch Memphis vs. UNLV on TV or Live Stream – November 9
The Memphis Tigers (1-0) face the UNLV Rebels (1-0) at 6:00 PM ET on Saturday, November 9, 2024…
How to Watch UNLV vs. Memphis on TV or Live Stream – November 9
The UNLV Rebels (1-0) take on the Memphis Tigers (1-0) at 6:00 PM ET on Saturday, November 9,…
Buy Tickets for Nashville Predators vs. Utah Hockey Club on November 9
Pay attention to Filip Forsberg and Clayton Keller in particular on Saturday, when the Nashville Predators meet the…
How to Watch AAC College Basketball Games – Saturday, November 9
The Memphis Tigers and the UNLV Rebels hit the court in one of seven games on the college…
How to Watch SEC College Basketball Games – Saturday, November 9
Saturday’s college basketball slate includes four games featuring SEC teams in play. Among those games is the Auburn…
-
-
-
Polls
Loading ...