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Lifestyle

Ole Miss grad Merle Temple hopeful novel will be made into TV series

It’s been nearly 50 years since author Merle Temple graduated from Ole Miss, but it has never stopped inspiring him. His four novels, making up ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Sunday, April 23, 2017 6:00 am

News

End of All Music to participate in Record Store Day on Saturday

  Though listening to music on vinyl might seem retro, in 2017, record sales are projected to sell 40 million units. You can take part ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Friday, April 21, 2017 11:18 am

Lafayette County

NEMEPA now part of local solar farm project

With Earth Day coming up this Saturday, the environment is probably on a lot of people’s minds. That includes major companies, too. The North East ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Friday, April 21, 2017 10:58 am

Events

Party in the Park on Saturday kicks off Volunteer Week locally

  More than 500 people are expected to turn out for this year’s Party in the Park taking place in Avent Park. The event will ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Thursday, April 20, 2017 10:28 am

News

Oxford political events center attention on national issues with U.S. Senator Roger Wicker

U.S. Senator Roger Wicker was the hot topic of conversation for local political groups in Oxford, on both sides of the political spectrum. Tuesday morning, ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Wednesday, April 19, 2017 9:56 am

Events

South Carolina-based band Susto to play Oxford’s Proud Larry’s tonight at 9 p.m.

When I spoke with singer-songwriter Justin Osborne of the Charleston, South Carolina-based band Susto, they were preparing to close out perhaps the biggest tour of ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Wednesday, April 19, 2017 9:39 am

Food

New restaurants abound in Oxford and the Square

With spring in bloom, new restaurants have been popping up around the Square, as well. A new fine dining restaurant opened its doors on the ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Monday, April 17, 2017 10:22 am

Featured Photo

Libby Callicoat’s labor of love

By Andy Belt andy.belt@oxfordeagle.com Libby Callicoat knows everything about Taylor, Mississippi. Born and raised in Lafayette County, she follows in the footsteps of her ancestors ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Sunday, April 16, 2017 2:01 am

Events

LOU community to host Governor’s Concert at Ole Miss’ Ford Center

The Mississippi bicentennial celebrations are making a stop in Oxford. Governor Phil Bryant, Ole Miss Chancellor Jeffrey Vitter and Mayor George “Pat” Patterson spoke at ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Friday, April 14, 2017 10:02 am

News

Oxford High School Theatre ends season with ‘Clue: The Musical’

Was it Mr. Green with the candlestick in the library? Or perhaps Colonel Mustard with the wrench in the kitchen? Whodunnit? That’s the central question ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Thursday, April 13, 2017 10:48 am

Lafayette County

Senator Roger Wicker to be guest speaker of local GOP group

Lafayette County is now home to a new community group that is officially aligned with the Republican National Committee. The Oxford Pachyderm Club is the ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Thursday, April 13, 2017 10:41 am

Business

Attorney General Jim Hood talked at Ole Miss about state legislature

State Attorney General Jim Hood visited the Overby Center Tuesday on the Ole Miss campus to discuss an array of topics from the state of ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Wednesday, April 12, 2017 10:04 am

Education

Oxford School District hears public input on school bond issue

With the increasing number of citizens and births in Oxford, it’s no surprise that the Oxford School District has to make plans to accommodate all ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Tuesday, April 11, 2017 10:05 am

Lafayette County

Oxford family moves into Habitat for Humanity house

A little over a year ago, 4008 Cedarcrest Dr. was a vacant lot, and now, thanks to the help of volunteers, it’s a brand new ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Monday, April 10, 2017 10:09 am

Lifestyle

Oxford’s Ebenezer Goodman touts a small town Mississippi feel

John Brahan was in a bind. When the Ole Miss student was on the executive board for Rebelthon, an annual dance marathon for charity, they ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Sunday, April 9, 2017 6:00 am

Business

Taqueria El Milagro restaurant reopens

A Mexican restaurant that has been in Oxford for a decade, will reopen its doors after a new renovation. Taquería El Milagro at 1420 W. ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Sunday, April 9, 2017 2:00 am

Lifestyle

The Grateful Dead cover band Dark Star Orchestra set for the Lyric in Oxford

Over 50 years ago, The Grateful Dead established themselves as one of the preeminent jam bands in rock and started a musical (and cultural) revolution. ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Friday, April 7, 2017 10:59 am

News

Spring Open House slated on the Square Saturday

Those in search of the Easter Bunny need look no further than the Square. On Saturday, beginning at 10 a.m., the Oxford Square Alliance will ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Friday, April 7, 2017 10:26 am

Education

Lafayette County School Board seeks to fill seat on board

Last month, the Lafayette County School Board lost a member when Ken Hewlett resigned for unspecified reasons. Now, the board is seeking to fill his ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Thursday, April 6, 2017 9:54 am

Events

Local volunteers thanked at the Pantry in Oxford during annual Mayor and County Recognition Day for Nation Service

Multiple service groups came out to the Pantry in Oxford to volunteer their time during the annual Mayor and County Recognition Day for National Service. ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Wednesday, April 5, 2017 10:16 am

Education

Oxonian Joe Campbell recently named MAIS Teacher of the Year

In the state, there are 116 schools that are part of the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools. Oxonian Joe Campbell was recently named the Teacher ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Monday, April 3, 2017 11:47 am

Crime

Shoplifting a concern on the Square

According to numerous managers and owners of businesses on the Square, shoplifting has been a big issue as of late. A meeting was held on ... Read more

by Andy Belt, Monday, April 3, 2017 11:22 am

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