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Thunder, rain, and wind in Oxford: Prepare for stormy week ahead

The National Weather Service in Memphis says Oxford residents should plan on umbrellas, hats, and coats this weekend. ... Read more

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Lafayette County Sheriff’s Department releases 2023 crime report

Notable Takeaways Domestic Violence and DUIs Prevalent: High cases of domestic violence (59 first offense, 5 aggravated) and ... Read more

Weather

Oxford to see sunny days, possible showers midweek

Residents of Oxford can expect sunny weather with gradual temperature increases in the coming days, according to the ... Read more

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LHS student selected for National Flight Academy

Cody Quarles, a junior at Lafayette High School, has been selected to participate in the National Flight Academy ... Read more

Oxford

RJI Kidney Awareness Foundation boosts support with dialysis center donation

The Roberta J. Ivy (RJI) Kidney Awareness Foundation, led by lifelong Oxford resident Robert Ivy, has announced a ... Read more

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Paula Morris awarded 2023 Virginia H. Chrestman Employee of the Year

Paula Morris, the benefits manager in the city of Oxford’s Human Resource department, has been honored with the ... Read more

Business

Oxford economy reaches new high with record sales tax revenue

Oxford’s local economy is showing robust growth, as reported by Mayor Robyn Tannehill at the Dec. 19 Board ... Read more

Oxford

John Morgan concludes tenure with Oxford Board of Aldermen

Following a successful election campaign, John Morgan is set to leave his long-standing position on the Oxford Board ... Read more

Lafayette County

Week of varied skies ahead for Oxford as year ends

As 2023 draws to a close, Oxford residents looking ahead can expect a week of varied weather, according ... Read more

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Holiday season sees increase in fire, traffic, and burglary incidents

The holiday season, while a time for festivities and joy, also brings an uptick in safety risks, including ... Read more

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NORAD Embarks on 68th Year of Tracking Santa with New Features

The festive spirit is in full swing as the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) gears up for ... Read more

Events

Community Church Oxford Hosts Christmas Eve Service and Offers Free Trees

Community Church Oxford is set to hold its annual Christmas Eve service at the City Hall steps, starting ... Read more

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Oxford Weather: Sunny Start, Showers Expected by Christmas Day

As residents in Oxford prepare for Christmas on Monday, the National Weather Service has provided a detailed forecast ... Read more

State/Region News

Lafayette High Student Selected for National Flight Academy

Cody Quarles, a junior at Lafayette High School, has been selected to participate in the National Flight Academy ... Read more

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Lafayette announces ‘Teachers of the Year’

The Lafayette County School District has announced the Teachers of the Year, an honor recognizing the outstanding educators ... Read more

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Investigation underway into inmate’s death

Marie Parkman, 53, of Jackson was discovered unresponsive in her cell at the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office Detention ... Read more

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Andy Howorth named McLarty’s successor in Lafayette County

In a significant development within the Lafayette County judiciary, Andy Howorth has been unanimously appointed by the Lafayette ... Read more

Only in Oxford

Small Town Christmas episode airs Dec. 16

Oxford is set to shine on national TV in the “Small Town Christmas” show on Fox Business Network. ... Read more

Education

Lafayette County School District Announces Teachers of the Year

Lafayette County School District has announced the Teachers of the Year, an honor recognizing the outstanding educators within ... Read more

News

City Board passes bond for OPD, pool

In a unanimous decision, the Oxford Board of Aldermen approved a resolution at their Dec. 5 meeting to ... Read more

New Chick-fil-A Site Plan Under Review by Oxford Planning Commission

Business

Chick-fil-A site plan approved by Commission

Second store will have double parking spots The Oxford Planning Commission reviewed and approved the proposed site plan ... Read more

Accidents

Judge McLarty victim of car accident

Was second longest-serving Justice Court judge in Mississippi The Lafayette County community is mourning the death of Judge ... Read more

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