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Newsletter

Oxford basketball splits with Lake Cormorant

The season is still young, but both Oxford basketball teams are continuing to work out the kinks ahead of region play. That process continued on ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, November 20, 2020 10:56 am

Newsletter

Declared eligible, Shakira Austin ready to be a contributor for Ole Miss

Up until Oct. 28, Shakira Austin was helping her teammates get better, spending time as a member of the scout team during every practice. It ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, November 20, 2020 8:00 am

Education

Oxford school superintendent Brian Harvey announces retirement

After 26 years in education, Brian Harvey is calling it a career. The Oxford School District superintendent announced during Thursday’s Board of Trustees meeting his ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, November 19, 2020 6:46 pm

Lafayette County

Supervisors approve to amend Lafayette County building code fine structure

Fines issued by Lafayette County to residents found in violation of building codes are a rare occurrence, but the Board of Supervisors voted to make ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, November 19, 2020 8:00 am

Business

Oxford’s tourism tax numbers down 44 percent in September

The City of Oxford is beginning to see the effects of a football season altered by COVID-19. The city’s tourism and stadium tax numbers for ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, November 18, 2020 11:01 am

Newsletter

No. 2 Oxford, Hernando set for rematch with North Half berth at stake

Beating someone twice in one season is always difficult, but it is something Oxford must do if they want to keep their 2020 season alive. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, November 18, 2020 8:00 am

Business

Lafayette County convenience stores cited for selling e-cigarettes, alcohol to minors

More than a dozen convenience stores in Lafayette County were selling beer, vape pens and e-cigarettes to minors, according to the Mississippi Attorney General’s office. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, November 17, 2020 3:38 pm

Newsletter

Ole Miss basketball coach Kermit Davis tests positive for COVID-19

Kermit Davis may be absent from the sidelines when the Ole Miss men’s basketball team opens the season next week. The school announced on Tuesday ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, November 17, 2020 2:50 pm

Crime

Six arrested in Oxford during human trafficking bust

Six men were arrested in Oxford last week as part of a human trafficking bust, according to the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation. On Nov. 10, ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, November 17, 2020 11:31 am

Business

Supervisors approve new Dollar General in Denmark community

Lafayette County is getting yet another Dollar General. During their regular meeting on Monday, the Board of Supervisors approved a conditional use permit as well ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, November 16, 2020 5:52 pm

Education

Lafayette and Oxford school districts report high number of COVID-19 cases

While it was known both Lafayette County and Oxford school districts opted to move their middle schools, and Lafayette High School, to virtual learning this ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, November 16, 2020 5:13 pm

Crime

Oxford Police arrest three for auto burglary; fourth suspect at-large

Three people are facing multiple charges, including auto burglary, while the Oxford Police Department is searching for a fourth suspect. On Nov. 10 at approximately ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, November 16, 2020 2:39 pm

News Main

Early Egg Bowl a possibility after Rebels postpone Texas A&M game

Ole Miss currently does not have a game scheduled for this weekend anymore, but it could be filled by Monday night with an in-state rival. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, November 16, 2020 1:40 pm

Crime

Steven Wilbanks asks to represent himself in new murder trial

A former Ole Miss student is asking to represent himself without a jury trial for a new trial regarding the murder of his former classmate. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, November 16, 2020 11:31 am

Newsletter

This Week in Prep Sports (Nov. 16-21)

OXFORD Tuesday (Nov. 17): Basketball at Ashland, Girls 6 p.m./Boys 7:30 p.m. Soccer at Tupelo, Girls 5 p.m./Boys 7 p.m. Thursday (Nov. 19): Basketball vs. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, November 16, 2020 8:00 am

Ole Miss Sports

Corral, Ole Miss shatter records in win over South Carolina

Ole Miss threw everything they had, including a clipboard, against South Carolina on Saturday. The Rebels had another night of record-shattering offense and the defense ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Saturday, November 14, 2020 11:59 pm

Lafayette Sports

2020 EAGLE All-Area Volleyball Team: Leadership, production earns Bianco Player of the Year

This season was unlike any volleyball season in recent memory. Throughout canceled games, quarantined players and the constant uncertainty on a daily basis, Oxford’s Catherine ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Saturday, November 14, 2020 8:00 am

Newsletter

BEND, DON’T BREAK: No. 2 Oxford holds off Madison Central

There are no easy outs in Class 6A come postseason – something Oxford knows very well. Friday’s opening round saw the No. 2 Chargers host ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, November 13, 2020 10:31 pm

Events

Tailgate for Palmer re-imagined for fifth-annual event due to pandemic

Tailgating in person may not be allowed in 2020, but that is not deterring supporters of the Palmer Home for Children. The Tailgate for Palmer ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, November 13, 2020 11:46 am

Education

Oxford Middle School going virtual the rest of November

The surge in COVID-19 cases in Lafayette County, specifically in Oxford, has caused the Oxford School District to shut down in-person learning at one of ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, November 12, 2020 4:54 pm

Events

City of Oxford to turn on Canopy of Lights a week early

The City of Oxford is getting into the holiday spirit a little earlier in 2020. During a video posted on the city’s official Facebook page, ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, November 12, 2020 3:29 pm

Lafayette Sports

Lafayette High School shuts down all athletics until Nov. 30

Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases, quarantine numbers and out of an abundance of caution, Lafayette High School has shut down all athletics through ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, November 11, 2020 5:07 pm

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