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Crime

Former Ole Miss student to plead guilty to First Degree Murder in homicide of Ally Kostial

A former Ole Miss student who is facing a capital murder charge for allegedly killing classmate Alexandria “Ally” Kostial is set to accept a change ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, August 24, 2021 1:49 pm

Lafayette Sports

This Week in Prep Sports (Aug. 23-28)

LAFAYETTE Tuesday (Aug. 24) Volleyball vs. Hickory Flat (JV at 5 p.m.; Varsity at 6 p.m.) Thursday (Aug. 26) Volleyball vs. Water Valley (JV at ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, August 23, 2021 11:01 am

BREAKING NEWS

Batesville man formally charged with murder in fatal shooting at Oxford apartment complex

The suspect in a fatal shooting at an Oxford apartment complex was formally charged with murder on Sunday, according to the Oxford Police Department. Keith ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Sunday, August 22, 2021 6:17 pm

Newsletter

Defense shines in Oxford’s win over Horn Lake in jamboree

While it was only two quarters in a preseason jamboree, the Oxford defense looked to be in midseason form. The Chargers defeated Horn Lake 28-6 ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Saturday, August 21, 2021 10:02 am

Crime

Oxford police make arrest following fatal shooting at The Links Apartments

A suspect is in custody following a fatal shooting that occurred at an Oxford apartment complex early Saturday. At approximately 2:05 a.m. on Aug. 21, ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Saturday, August 21, 2021 8:26 am

News

Judge recuses himself from wrongful death lawsuit against city

A federal judge has stepped down from presiding over a wrongful death lawsuit filed against the City of Oxford, police chief Jeff McCutchen and Matthew ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Saturday, August 21, 2021 8:00 am

Newsletter

Ole Miss linebacker Chance Campbell adapting to his new home

When Chance Campbell loaded up his car in Maryland to begin his drive to Oxford he knew it was going to be a quite the ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, August 20, 2021 3:28 pm

Business

Oxford concert venues to require proof of vaccination, negative COVID test for entry

Sports arenas and concert venues around the country are beginning to implement requirements for entry due to the latest surge of COVID-19 cases and two ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, August 20, 2021 3:09 pm

Education

Oxford School District extends indoor mask mandate

With COVID-19 cases rising across Mississippi, the Oxford School District extended its mask mandate on Friday. During a special called meeting, the OSD Board of ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, August 20, 2021 12:51 pm

Newsletter

Bianco has career night as Oxford volleyball continues early season success

Catherine Bianco has been a pivotal piece of Oxford volleyball’s success on the court and on Thursday she solidified her place in program history. During ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Friday, August 20, 2021 11:54 am

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

News

MSDH: 50 percent of Lafayette County residents have received one dose of vaccine

While the Mississippi State Department of Health continues its pleas for Mississippians to get vaccinated to help battle the surge of Delta Variant cases, Lafayette ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, August 19, 2021 12:41 pm

Crime

Blue Mountain man arrested on multiple counts of Grand Larceny

A Blue Mountain man is facing a felony charge after allegedly stealing jewelry, according to the Oxford Police Department. On July 22, OPD took a ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, August 19, 2021 9:47 am

Education

Lafayette County and Oxford School Districts release new COVID numbers

The Oxford School District saw a decrease in its COVID-19 cases and quarantine numbers last week while Lafayette County School District saw a slight uptick ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, August 17, 2021 2:00 pm

Newsletter

Kiffin not impressed with defense’s progress after first camp scrimmage

One week of fall camp is in the books and it was capped with Ole Miss’ first scrimmage, which did not bring shining reviews for ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, August 17, 2021 1:51 pm

Lafayette Sports

MHSAA amends rule regarding virtual-only schools

The Mississippi High School Activities Association amended their rule on Monday regarding schools that transition to a virtual-only format due to COVID-19 outbreaks. Earlier this ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, August 17, 2021 10:48 am

News

Oxford woman dies in fatal Marshall County wreck

An Oxford woman lost her life last week as a result of a single-car wreck in Marshall County. On Aug. 12 at approximately 6:55 a.m., ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, August 16, 2021 11:13 am

Newsletter

Ole Miss offense on schedule, but questions still remain

Ole Miss offensive coordinator Jeff Lebby is high on the Rebels entering his second season, but also knows questions remain as they wind down the ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, August 16, 2021 9:12 am

Lafayette Sports

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

LAFAYETTE Monday (Aug. 16): Volleyball vs. South Panola (JV 5 p.m.; Varsity at 6 p.m.) Tuesday (Aug. 17): Volleyball at Tupelo (JV at 5 p.m.; ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Monday, August 16, 2021 8:40 am

Newsletter

Regents School of Oxford’s volleyball program on the rise

The Regents School of Oxford returned to the Midsouth Association of Independent Schools (MAIS) last year and the school’s volleyball program is already making waves. ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, August 12, 2021 9:37 am

Business

The Children’s Academy of Oxford opening next month

The Children’s Academy has two locations in Madison and next month will add a third location in Oxford. The Children’s Academy of Oxford, a new ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Thursday, August 12, 2021 9:00 am

Newsletter

Plumlee, Ealy learning new roles in Rebel offense together

John Rhys Plumlee and Jerrion Ealy have been linked together since coming to Ole Miss and this season is no different. Whether because both are ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, August 10, 2021 1:19 pm

News

Oxford Police Department holding monthly events with Eastover community

What started out as a question and answer session between members of a newly developed community and the Oxford Police Department has turned into a ... Read more

by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, August 10, 2021 1:01 pm

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