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Lafayette County

Supervisors discuss potential $13M bond for future projects

There are several major projects in the works in Lafayette County, and the Board of Supervisors is weighing all options to make sure they can afford ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 14, 2020 3:23 pm

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Ole Miss having “issues” with COVID-19 for first time since fall camp

COVID-19 has affected several Southeastern Conference teams this week, and Ole Miss is the latest to be added to the list. During his Wednesday press ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 14, 2020 12:45 pm

Lafayette Sports

Week 7 Preview: Playoff berths on the line for Chargers, Blue Devils

This summer, the prospect of football being played at any level this fall felt like cautious optimism, but the calendar has turned to October and ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 14, 2020 8:00 am

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Oxford volleyball sweeps Starkville to advance in 6A playoffs

When Oxford volleyball played Starkville on Sept. 12, the Yellowjackets got the better of a depleted Chargers’ roster in a 2-0 victory. A month later, ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 13, 2020 9:02 pm

Crime

Oxford police searching for armed robbery suspect

The Oxford Police Department is searching for a suspect in connection with an armed residential robbery that took place early Tuesday morning. At approximately 2:35 ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 13, 2020 2:27 pm

Oxford faces rising COVID-19 and RSV cases amid Southeastern trends. Stay informed and take protective measures.

Lafayette County

COVID-19 cases leveling off in Lafayette County

After yet another spike in COVID-19 cases in recent weeks, Lafayette County is seeing a decline in, or at least a leveling off of, new ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 13, 2020 1:06 pm

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NOTEBOOK: Lane Kiffin dismisses signal-stealing claim

Lane Kiffin gave his former boss and Alabama head coach Nick Saban a scare in Ole Miss’s 63-48 loss to the No. 2 Crimson Tide ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 13, 2020 11:58 am

Business

Oxford Aldermen discuss revoking outdoor dining licenses

Restaurant and bar owners in the downtown district will not get many more chances to keep their outdoor dining licenses, according to the City of ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, October 12, 2020 5:41 pm

Crime

Ridgeland man arrested in connection with home invasions

A Ridgeland man is currently in custody at the Lafayette County Detention Center in connection to a couple home invasions in Oxford. On Oct. 11, ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, October 12, 2020 4:08 pm

Lafayette Sports

This week in prep sports (Oct. 12-17)

LAFAYETTE Friday (Oct. 16): Football at Saltillo, 7 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 17): Cross-Country at Senatobia Meet, 9 a.m.   OXFORD Tuesday (Oct. 13): Volleyball vs. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, October 12, 2020 9:24 am

Newsletter

Ole Miss falls to No. 2 Alabama in a showcase of offense

For anyone who is a fan of defense, Ole Miss’ game against No. 2 Alabama on Saturday was not for them. Offenses put on a ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Saturday, October 10, 2020 11:53 pm

Crime

Lee County residents arrested in connection with Oxford burglaries

Four residents of Lee County are facing charges in relation to a string of vehicle burglaries in Oxford, according to the Oxford Police Department. On ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, October 9, 2020 3:46 pm

Newsletter

Ole Miss welcomes No. 2 Alabama as Kiffin looks to make history

It may be improbable. It may be impossible. Lane Kiffin may say there is not an advantage or that it does not mean anything, but ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, October 9, 2020 11:00 am

Lafayette Sports

Lafayette edges out Center Hill for key 1-5A win

OLIVE BRANCH —  When preparing for Center Hill and its triple-option offense it is a challenge for teams during a normal week, but for Lafayette ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, October 9, 2020 10:53 am

Business

Board of Aldermen vote no for extended alcohol sales, approve more outdoor dining licenses

Extended alcohol sales on Sundays will not be coming to Oxford anytime soon. The Board of Aldermen voted to not further the discussion of allowing ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 8, 2020 1:08 pm

Newsletter

Ole Miss – Alabama kickoff time moved back due to Hurricane Delta

While talk about moving Ole Miss’ game against No. 2 Alabama due to the potential threat of Hurricane Delta took place on Wednesday and Thursday ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 8, 2020 11:09 am

News

Portion of North 6th Street to close temporarily during school days

A stretch of North 6th Street between Jefferson and Jackson Avenues will be closed off to traffic temporarily on school days to alleviate traffic congestion. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 8, 2020 9:47 am

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Ole Miss – Alabama game could be rescheduled due to Hurricane Delta

Hurricane Delta is barrelling towards the Gulf Coast and could potentially affect Ole Miss’ game against No. 2 Alabama on Saturday. The school as well ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 7, 2020 12:41 pm

Education

Area students selected to State Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council

Lafayette, Oxford and Water Valley high school students were announced as part of the State Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council, which was announced by the Mississippi ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 7, 2020 10:30 am

Crime

Oxford man arrested for cyber stalking

An Oxford man is facing a stalking charge due to continuing to make threats to someone via social media. On Oct. 3, officers with the ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 7, 2020 8:57 am

Lafayette Sports

Week 6 Preview: COVID-19, Hurricane Delta creates scheduling changes

A pandemic and a potential natural disaster has altered the Week 6 schedule for MHSAA football. Oxford is getting the week off after their scheduled ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 6, 2020 11:56 am

Newsletter

NOTEBOOK: Jonathan Mingo breaks through with Kentucky performance

Last Saturday, Jonathan Mingo finally had the game he and a lot of others expected him to have a year ago. The sophomore wide receiver ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 6, 2020 11:25 am

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