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UM Pharmacy School secures grants for space medicine research

  NASA provides seed grants to fund student-led studies of medicine production in space By Natalie Ehrhardt The ...

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CWD Update: Mississippi detects 14 new positives last week

By Hunter Cloud Brookhaven Daily Leader The Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks reported a rash of ...

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Bring safe sober driving into the New Year

Ring in the new year with safe and sober driving. The Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) wants everyone ...

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Some cannabis products on hold as MSDH requires retesting

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) continues an administrative hold on a large number of medical cannabis ...

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 ...

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Ways to cope with demanding holiday season

As we immerse ourselves in the festive spirit of the season, it’s important to acknowledge that the holidays ...

Oxford Utilities GM Cites Human Error in E. Coli Detection, Affecting Local Commerce

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Updated results expected Saturday after E. coli found in Oxford water samples

Boil water advisory still in effect Rob Neely, general manager of Oxford Utilities, has released a statement regarding ...

Oxford Water Advisory Hits Local Businesses, Kroger Halts Fresh Produce Sales

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Here’s what you need to know so far about businesses affected by the Oxford water advisory

The boil-water alert in Oxford is having far-reaching effects beyond the tap, severely impacting local businesses and services. ...

OPD Donation Drive

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OPD collects donations for needy

On Friday, Dec. 8, from 3-7 p.m., the Oxford Police Department will be collecting donations for Commodores Care ...

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105 and counting….

‘Bacon and Eggs’ and Twitter are daily part of life for Alice Gammage Oxford’s most senior citizen began ...

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Webb Med celebrates grand opening

The Oxford Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Webb Med Spa to Oxford and the chamber as Dr. ...

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Virus season rings in reminder to preserve antibiotics

By Jamie Wagner PharmD, BCPS, BCIDP As the holiday season approaches with its usual festivities, travel and time ...

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CPA firms join forces to benefit The Pantry through ‘Days of Service’

The Mississippi Society of CPAs (MSCPA) held its annual statewide Days of Service 2023 Nov. 6-17. This was ...

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‘Shoeboxes for Seniors’ drive now underway

In Oxford, a new initiative titled “Shoeboxes for Seniors” aims to supporting local seniors during the holiday season. The ...

Mississippi Confirms First Pediatric Flu Death

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Mississippi confirms first pediatric flu death

The Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) recently confirmed the first pediatric influenza death in Mississippi for the ...

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Unprecedented UMMC kidney swap offers second chance to two Mississippi patients

By Rachel Vanderford, UMMC Photos by Melanie Thortis/UMMC Photography Jeff Hughes of Hattiesburg and Dakota White of Mize, ...

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Battle against bedbugs best won by prevention

By Bonnie Coblentz MSU Extension Service When bedbug outbreaks make headlines, many travelers feel itches that may not ...

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Pantry ribbon cutting to mark expansion

Directors of The Pantry of Oxford have invited all to join in cutting the ribbon on the Pantry ...

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Junior League sponsoring Diaper Bank drive

The Junior League of Oxford (JLO), an international women’s volunteer organization with local roots, is putting the thanks ...

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MSU scientists develop sweet potato treats for four-legged friends

Mississippi State-grown sweet potatoes have gone to the dogs, literally. Scientists in the Mississippi Agricultural and Forestry Experiment ...

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Check your smoke alarm right now

“Falling back to Standard Time early Sunday morning remains a good reminder to check your smoke alarms and ...

Explore forest bathing's tranquility and benefits. Escape the urban hustle by immersing in nature, improving both mental and physical health.

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Ditch the soap, grab your coat and bathe in the forest

In the hustle and bustle of today’s fast-paced world, individuals often seek reprieve in various forms of wellness ...

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