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News

Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi’s cardiovascular rehab program receives certification

Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi continues to achieve certification for the cardiovascular rehab program. The hospital’s cardiovascular rehabilitation program by the American Association of Cardiovascular and ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, September 15, 2020 2:28 pm

Newsletter

Ole Miss soccer announces attendance plan for upcoming season

There will only be four chances to catch Ole Miss soccer in 2020, but the program announced how many fans will be able to attend ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, September 15, 2020 11:15 am

Lafayette Sports

Week 3 Preview: Lafayette looks to bounce back while Blue Devils return home

The first two weeks of this amended 2020 season are in the books and region play is inching ever closer. Some teams have gotten all ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, September 15, 2020 10:30 am

News

NOTEBOOK: Moore ready to turn the page on Egg Bowl ending

It was the touchdown celebration seen around the world. Elijah Moore’s now infamous celebration where he hiked his leg like a dog following a late ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, September 15, 2020 8:22 am

Education

University of Mississippi named among Top 100 public universities

For the 1oth straight year the University of Mississippi is named one of the country’s top 100 public universities. According to U.S. News and World ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, September 14, 2020 1:50 pm

Education

Oxford and Lafayette County School Districts report low COVID-19 numbers

The Oxford and Lafayette County School Districts released their latest COVID-19 reports on Friday and Monday, reporting low numbers among its students, staff and faculty. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, September 14, 2020 12:15 pm

Lafayette Sports

This week in prep sports (Sept. 14 – 19)

LAFAYETTE Tuesday (Sept. 15): Volleyball at Horn Lake, 6 p.m. Thursday (Sept. 17): Volleyball vs. Saltillo, 6 p.m. Friday (Sept. 18): Football at Mooreville, 7 ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, September 14, 2020 8:00 am

Education

Dr. Deborah Birx meets with University and Oxford officials on COVID-19 response

The City of Oxford and University of Mississippi received words of encouragement and the message of staying the course in their COVID-19 response plans on ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Saturday, September 12, 2020 6:07 pm

Lafayette Sports

Oxford mounts second half comeback for Crosstown Classic win

Two years ago Oxford and Lafayette played what many considered the best game in the history of the Crosstown Classic, but Friday’s 50th edition may ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Saturday, September 12, 2020 8:00 am

Business

Lamar Yard bringing Texas BBQ and good times to Oxford

Oxford is known for its restaurants, and for how many it has, but the Lamar Yard Smokehouse is aiming to offer something the city does ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, September 11, 2020 12:42 pm

News

Oxford High students host 4th annual tennis tournament for Memory Makers

The Oxford High School Students for Alzheimer’s Club recently hosted their annual tennis tournament to benefit Memory Makers. The 4th annual event took place at ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, September 10, 2020 1:39 pm

Lifestyle

Thacker Mountain Radio Hour expanding into Tennessee for Fall season

The Thacker Mountain Radio Hour is expanding its footprint across the airwaves this fall. The live Oxford-based music and literature show announced it will now ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, September 10, 2020 1:35 pm

Newsletter

Jaylon Jones named 2020 Chucky Mullins Courage Award recipient

Ole Miss has revealed who will wear the honorary No. 38 this season. On Thursday, the program announced senior defensive back Jaylon Jones is the ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, September 10, 2020 1:34 pm

Crime

Oxford woman arrested on child neglect charges

An Oxford woman is facing child neglect charges after being arrested last week. On Sept. 3, investigators with the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Department arrested Wendy ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, September 10, 2020 1:33 pm

Events

Oxford Film Festival donates nearly $9,000 to Chucky Mullins Endowment

Despite not being able to hold the planned charity gala in connect with the world premiere of the Chucky Mullins film “It’s Time,” the Oxford ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, September 9, 2020 12:03 pm

Newsletter

Ole Miss linebacker Sam Williams rejoins team after sexual assault charges dropped

Sam Williams is set to rejoin Ole Miss this week after sexual assault charges against were dropped. According to a report by Al.com, Williams sexual ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, September 9, 2020 11:59 am

Lafayette County

Lafayette County does not see a tax increase as 2021 budget is approved

The Lafayette County Board of Supervisors approved the 2021 budget on Tuesday and avoided a raise in taxes for a fourth consecutive year in the ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, September 9, 2020 11:32 am

Sherard Ward of Oxford

Crime

Oxford man formally charged with murder in College Hill shooting, bond revoked

An Oxford man has been formally charged with murder in connection to a fatal shooting that took place in the College Hill area last Friday. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, September 8, 2020 2:25 pm

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

Lafayette County

Lafayette County sees decline in new COVID-19 cases

After reported daily record highs over the past week, there is a decline in new COVID-19 cases in Lafayette County this week. Mississippi has reported ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, September 8, 2020 1:59 pm

Newsletter

Jonathan Mingo ready to have explosive sophomore season

There was plenty of hype and fanfare surrounding Jonathan Mingo last fall, but not all of the expectations were met. When the Brandon High School ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, September 8, 2020 11:39 am

Lafayette Sports

Oxford and Lafayette renew rivalry with Crosstown Classic

This year has been the most abnormal year for several reasons, but on Friday a sense of normalcy will return for a few hours when ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, September 8, 2020 11:21 am

Newsletter

Water Valley set to begin “unique” 2020 season

Most teams across Mississippi will be playing either their fourth or second game of the 2020 football season on Friday night, except Water Valley. The ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, September 8, 2020 11:16 am

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