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Lafayette Sports

Oxford Eagle Sports Break: Episode 8

The Oxford Eagle Sports Break sponsored by Endurance Physical Therapy returns this week with episode 8. On this week’s episode, Oxford football head coach Chris ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 14, 2021 8:00 am

Crime

[Update] Oxford Police arrest three, issue warrants for two others following shooting

Four Oxford men are in custody while the Oxford Police Department have issued warrants for one other for their alleged involvement in a shooting incident ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 13, 2021 3:51 pm

Lafayette Sports

Oxford set for 6A North Half rematch; Lafayette, Water Valley continue region runs

Region play is in full swing after Water Valley opened up their slate last week, marking the final third of the season getting underway. This ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 13, 2021 10:34 am

Newsletter

Oxford volleyball moves on in 6A playoffs after defeating Lewisburg

Last week Lewisburg swept Oxford to hand the Chargers only their second loss of the season. On Tuesday, the Chargers exacted some revenge to keep ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 13, 2021 10:13 am

Newsletter

Lane Kiffin set for return to Knoxville as No. 13 Ole Miss travels to Tennessee

Yes, Lane Kiffin once was the head football coach at Tennessee. No, him returning to Knoxville this weekend is not a major event in his ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 12, 2021 1:07 pm

Newsletter

‘Make Kermit Pay’ event returning to benefit American Cancer Society

Two years ago, Ole Miss men’s basketball coach Kermit Davis asked students to make him open his wallet in the name of charity. This year, ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 12, 2021 1:00 pm

Lafayette Sports

This Week in Prep Sports (Oct. 11-16)

LAFAYETTE Tuesday (Oct. 12) Volleyball vs. Holmes County Central, Class 5A Playoffs First Round, 6 p.m. Friday (Oct. 15) Football vs. New Hope*, 7 p.m. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, October 11, 2021 8:53 am

Newsletter

Matt Corral’s performance in win over No. 13 Arkansas a year in the making

When Lane Kiffin and Matt Corral walked off the field in Fayetteville after their loss to Arkansas last October, the two went to work to ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Saturday, October 9, 2021 4:28 pm

Newsletter

RALLYING CHARGE: Oxford mounts another historic comeback in win over Germantown

MADISON — Oxford’s football team may just want to start spotting teams points prior to the game because they seem to thrive rallying from behind. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Saturday, October 9, 2021 10:05 am

Lifestyle

HOG HEAVEN: Tailgater displays hog head for every Arkansas game

The Grove on Saturdays in the fall provides many special moments and conversation starters from decked out tents with chandeliers to massive food spreads that ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, October 8, 2021 11:08 am

Lafayette Sports

Lafayette volleyball tops Regents in playoff tune up

The regular season concluded for volleyball on Thursday which also capped a stretch of three games in as many days for Lafayette. Coming off a ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, October 8, 2021 10:26 am

Elections

Supervisors approve upgraded poll book to help with long lines

While a new voting location might not be possible to alleviate the long lines and wait times experienced during the last Presidential election, Lafayette County ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, October 8, 2021 9:41 am

Business

Board of Aldermen give building owners one year to repair balconies

Several buildings around Oxford’s Downtown Square will have to fix their balconies to bring them up to code and safety standards and will have a ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, October 8, 2021 9:38 am

Sports

Water Valley opens Region 1-3A schedule with Mantachie

While some teams are entering the third week of their region schedules, other teams like Water Valley are just beginning their region slate this week. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 7, 2021 10:58 pm

Lafayette Sports

Lafayette hits to road for 1-5A matchup at Columbus

With a month remaining in the regular season, less for some classifications, the push for a postseason berth is in full swing as all schools ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 7, 2021 10:51 pm

Lafayette Sports

Lafayette, Oxford represented on All-Star football rosters

The rosters for both the Mississippi/Alabama and Bernard Blackwell North/South All-Star football games were announced on Wednesday with Lafayette and Oxford players and coaches included ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 7, 2021 11:53 am

Lafayette Sports

Oxford Eagle Sports Break: Episode 7

This week’s episode of the Oxford Eagle Sports Break sponsored by Endurance Physical Therapy features interviews with Lafayette head coach Michael Fair and Water Valley ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 7, 2021 8:00 am

Crime

Oxford man charged with allegedly stealing a vehicle

A vehicle that was reported stolen earlier this year was found as was the person who allegedly stole it. On June 9, the Oxford Police ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 6, 2021 5:16 pm

Lafayette Sports

Oxford and Lafayette set for long road trips; Water Valley opens region play

With a month remaining in the regular season, less for some classifications, the push for a postseason berth is in full swing as all schools ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 6, 2021 2:10 pm

News

[Update] Bomb squad deems area safe after grenade scare

According to a statement from the Oxford Police Department, the Tupelo Bomb Squad has deemed the area surround the OPD safe. The Oxford Police department ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 5, 2021 2:03 pm

Newsletter

No. 17 Ole Miss shifts focus towards No. 13 Arkansas

There is a 24-hour rule within the Ole Miss football locker room — you get a day to dwell on the previous game played, but ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 5, 2021 1:20 pm

Lafayette County

2020 Census data shows growth in Lafayette County

The Lafayette County Board of Supervisors know there has been growth over the last decade in Lafayette County and on Monday they were shown evidence ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 5, 2021 1:08 pm

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