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Romance scams targeting older Americans on Facebook

Facebook has witnessed a troubling surge in romance scams, with older Americans becoming prime targets. Deceptive individuals setting ... Read more

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Loan repayment program for nurses

Addressing the urgent demands of the nursing profession, Gov. Tate Reeves has introduced the Nurse Retention Loan Repayment ... Read more

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Oher accuses Tuohy family in filing

Contrary to the narrative painted by the 2009 hit film “The Blind Side,” Michael Oher was never adopted ... Read more

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Nerd-vana Con returns Aug. 25 to the Powerhouse

Nerd-vana Con 2023 is set to kick off Friday, Aug. 25, with a special 30th Anniversary Power Ranger ... Read more

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Half-century of service for NM Regional Center

Celebration of 50th anniversary planned for Aug. 21 The North Mississippi Regional Center (NMRC) will mark its 50th ... Read more

Mississippi hospitals gain prestigious American Heart Association accolades for standout cardiovascular care.

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Heart heroes: Mississippi hospitals win big with American Heart Association

Two leading hospitals close to Oxford and Lafayette County, the North Mississippi Medical Center in Tupelo and the ... Read more

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Will OSD get $37M school bond? Oxford voters decide Sept. 19.

On Sept. 19, Oxford residents will have the chance to vote on a $37 million school bond aimed ... Read more

Super Blue Moon 2023: Dive into the August 30 celestial spectacle. Learn viewing tips for this rare lunar event.

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Super Blue Moon 2023: A celestial spectacle not to miss

On Aug. 30, the night sky will unveil a mesmerizing display: the Super Blue Moon 2023. This celestial ... Read more

It’s All Relative. The Ole Miss Family Business Symposium. Photo by Kevin Bain/The University of Mississippi Marketing Communications

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Ole Miss to Host 2nd Annual Family Business Symposium

OXFORD, MS – Business leaders, family business owners, and their employees can now secure their spots for the ... Read more

Mississippi's overdose deaths surge 145% from 2014-2021, with fentanyl at the forefront. Lafayette County warns of deadly counterfeit 'Perc 30s' pills.

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Fentanyl threat in Mississippi amplified by alarming data

OXFORD, Miss. – The ongoing drug crisis in Mississippi, underscored by a 145% spike in overdose deaths from ... Read more

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Front-runners emerge in Lafayette County primaries, setting stage for November

Out of approximately 30,000 registered Lafayette County voters, 9,800 headed to the polls Tuesday, casting their ballots for ... Read more

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Agreement reached for OPD renovation

The Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration (DFA) and the city of Oxford have forged a critical Memorandum ... Read more

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Oxford Conference Center upgrades completed

Aldermen hear project summary The Oxford Conference Center, a significant project undertaken by JP Corp General Contractors, has ... Read more

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Oxford Man Sentenced to Life for Murder of Wife

OXFORD, Miss. — Sherard Eugene Ward, 37, of Oxford, was sentenced to life in prison for the 2020 ... Read more

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‘Unrivaled:’ Oxford-based filmmaker documents 1899 team in new release

In an exceptional college football season, the University of the South’s 1899 team made history by defeating 12 ... Read more

Oxford School District ranks in Mississippi's top 10 for kindergarten readiness, showcasing impressive gains and the resiliency of its students during challenging times.

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Bramlett Elementary Boosts Oxford District to Top 10 in Kindergarten Readiness

OXFORD, Miss. — The Oxford School District has climbed into the top 10 in Mississippi for kindergarten readiness, ... Read more

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See the sky light up in Oxford: The Perseid Meteor shower spectacle

Epic light show incoming to Oxford via the Perseids Peak this August The Perseid Meteor Shower, one of ... Read more

Stay informed about Mississippi's General Election on November 7th with essential details and reminders. Exercise your right to vote

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Candidates miss deadline to file campaign finance reports

Mississippi Secretary of State releases list of candidates who failed to file campaign finance reports JACKSON, Miss. – ... Read more

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Plea in cocaine case nets 80-month sentence

Jeremy Fondren, a 41-year-old man from Oxford, Mississippi, has been sentenced to 80 months in prison for his ... Read more

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School bus safety: Fines, jail, license suspension for violators

As Oxford and Lafayette County school district students return to school, officials are underscoring the importance of school ... Read more

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Oxford approves renewal of on-call public transportation

Agreement reached between Oxford University Transit (OUT), Lafayette County and the city The city of Oxford board has ... Read more

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How did Native Americans cope with the heat?

Historians say Mississippi tribes had innovative strategies Native American tribes in Mississippi long employed historical cooling methods to ... Read more

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