Events
City of Oxford to participate in Building Safety Month
Next month the City of Oxford will participate in the 41st annual Building Safety Month by offering different activities for residents to participate in. This ...
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Newsletter
Lafayette tennis defeats Saltillo to clinch third straight 5A North Half title
Lafayette tennis is returning to Jackson to reclaim its crown this week. The Commodores defeated Saltillo 6-1 at the John Leslie Tennis Complex on Monday ...
by Jake Thompson, Monday, April 19, 2021 5:33 pm
Newsletter
Bullpen woes plague No. 6 Ole Miss in series loss to No. 4 Mississippi State
STARKVILLE — Drew McDaniel did what was ask of him in Sunday’s rubber match against No. 4 Mississippi State — the Ole Miss bullpen did ...
by Jake Thompson, Sunday, April 18, 2021 4:38 pm
Newsletter
Offense comes to life for No. 6 Ole Miss as they even series with No. 4 Mississippi State
STARKVILLE — Never has there been a more dominant “Doug Day” than there was on Saturday. Doug Nikhazy had a masterful outing on the mound ...
by Jake Thompson, Saturday, April 17, 2021 5:35 pm
Newsletter
Ole Miss tight end Demarcus Thomas returns to the field after suffering injury in November
Demarcus Thomas is no stranger to suffering an injury on the football field, but when he was airlifted to a Memphis hospital in November, things ...
by Jake Thompson, Saturday, April 17, 2021 8:00 am
Events
Planning Commission approves Isom Place to become event venue
Isom Place, one of Oxford’s oldest homes, will soon be able to host weddings and other events. During Monday’s meeting, the Oxford Planning Commission approved ...
by Jake Thompson, Saturday, April 17, 2021 8:00 am
Ole Miss Sports
No. 6 Ole Miss drops series opener at No. 4 Mississippi State
STARKVILLE — The first game between two Top-6 instate rivals went the way of the home team on Friday. No. 4 Mississippi State defeated No. ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, April 16, 2021 9:33 pm
Lafayette Sports
Lafayette softball falls to Saltillo in 1-5A matchup
Lafayette’s softball team showed plenty of defense against Saltillo on Thursday, but needed more production from the plate. The Lady Commodores fell to the Lady ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, April 16, 2021 1:13 pm
Elections
Oxford’s Election Commission certifies Ward II candidate Afton Thomas, all candidates for municipal elections
Oxford’s Municipal elections for this summer are finalized after the election commission certified all candidates for upcoming general election. Those certified included Afton Thomas, a ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, April 16, 2021 1:08 pm
Crime
Oxford Police: 10 overdose deaths have occurred in last six months
The Oxford Police Department reported on Thursday that 10 people have died from drug overdoses in the LOU Community in the last six months. Since ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, April 16, 2021 1:03 pm
Crime
Jackson man arrested for attempting to sell stolen ATV
A Jackson man is facing a felony charge after selling a stolen all-terrain vehicle. On April 13, investigators with the Oxford Police Department received information ...
by Jake Thompson, Thursday, April 15, 2021 4:22 pm
News
Oxford’s State Veterans Home hosts Operation Family Reunion event
After 13 months without family or friends walking through the front door, Oxford’s State Veterans Home welcomed them back with open arms this week. The ...
by Jake Thompson, Thursday, April 15, 2021 4:16 pm
Lafayette Sports
Lafayette soccer has three sign with JUCO programs
The Lafayette High School soccer program had three seniors make their pick where they wanted to continue their playing careers this fall. On Wednesday, Caitlyn ...
by Jake Thompson, Thursday, April 15, 2021 1:56 pm
Newsletter
Three Oxford seniors to continue athletic careers at the next level
On Thursday, three Oxford High School seniors announced their intentions to continue their athletic careers this fall. Chase Rose, Connor Bradley and Henry Moss all ...
by Jake Thompson, Thursday, April 15, 2021 1:51 pm
Newsletter
Oxford tennis defeats Germantown to advance in 6A playoffs
After a lost season in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Oxford tennis program looks to be back its old championship-winning ways again in ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, April 14, 2021 10:18 am
Newsletter
Oxford baseball wins 2-6A title, clinches No. 1 seed in 6A playoffs
Oxford baseball completed one season goal off its list as quickly as it possibly could on Tuesday. With their 10-0 win over Southaven in five ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, April 14, 2021 9:46 am
Newsletter
No. 6 Ole Miss continues to fill Elko void entering series at No. 4 Mississippi State
The Ole Miss baseball team’s quest to replace the offense missing from the lineup with the absence of Tim Elko began this past week against ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, April 14, 2021 8:00 am
Newsletter
Jake Springer ready to produce for Ole Miss defense in 2021
After sitting out last season, Jake Springer is ready to be a factor for the Ole Miss defense this fall. The defensive back transferred to ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, April 13, 2021 1:52 pm
Lafayette Sports
Local track teams have strong performances in division meets
The postseason is here for track and field, meaning the march to Pearl and the MHSAA Track and Field State Championships is underway. Last weekend ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, April 13, 2021 1:48 pm
Crime
Local teachers accused of sex crimes have trial dates continued, again
Two local teachers who are facing felony charges related to separate sex crimes involving students have once again had continuances allowed for their respective trials. ...
by Jake Thompson, Monday, April 12, 2021 4:31 pm
Education
Former Ole Miss and NFL great Patrick Willis to give 2020 UM Commencement Address
Former Ole Miss and NFL great Patrick Willis will give the University of Mississippi’s 2020 Commencement speech next month. The school announced on Monday that ...
by Jake Thompson, Monday, April 12, 2021 1:29 pm
Crime
Water Valley man charged with Grand Larceny
A Water Valley man is facing a felony charge after allegedly stealing a couple of items, including a truck. On April 7, investigators with the ...
by Jake Thompson, Monday, April 12, 2021 10:47 am
SportsPlus
Best Bets for NCAA Basketball Picks Against the Spread for Tuesday, January 7
Tuesday’s college basketball schedule has several interesting games, including a matchup between the Pittsburgh Panthers and the Duke…
Top 25 College Hoops Picks Against the Spread – Tuesday, January 7
Ranked squads are on the Tuesday college basketball schedule in 10 games, including the Tennessee Volunteers squaring off…
How to Watch the NBA Today, January 7
Today’s NBA slate has lots in store. Among the seven games is the Boston Celtics playing the Denver…
Jets vs. Predators Injury Report Today – January 7
Going into a game against the Nashville Predators (13-20-7), the Winnipeg Jets (27-12-2) currently are monitoring four players…
NBA Spread and Total Picks for Today, January 7
The matchups in a Tuesday NBA slate that shouldn’t be missed include the Phoenix Suns squaring off against…
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