Religion
Story learned on Scouting trip has endured
By Les Ferguson, Jr. Columnist I was never much into Scouting. I did spend some time as…
Garden/Outdoors
Final Spring Series lecture to focus on trees
The final lecture of the 2025 Master Gardener Spring Series will be held at the Lafayette County &…
Arts
Michael Farris Smith launches new book on May 27
Oxford author Michael Farris Smith will launch his latest novel, “Lay Your Armor Down,” on May 27 at…
News
Mississippi native Jamal Roberts wins American Idol
Jamal Roberts, a 27-year-old physical education teacher from Meridian, has been crowned the winner of Season 23 of…
Arts
‘Half & Half’ show features half scripted, half improv fun
Anubis Improv will present “Half & Half,” a compelling cross-disciplinary comedy show presented in collaboration with the Yoknapatawpha…
Arts
Oxford writer to serve as Poet Laureate
The Mississippi Arts Commission announced the appointment of Ann Fisher-Wirth of Oxford as the state’s new Poet Laureate…
Health
Vascular Institute provides breakthrough knee pain treatment
Chronic knee pain can be a debilitating condition, making everyday tasks like walking, standing, or even sleeping a…
Arts
YAC to hold garden party fundraiser after federal cuts affect local programs
The Yoknapatawpha Arts Council has long been committed to enriching North Mississippi through the arts, with a focus…
Food
Local chef part of new cookbook
By Sheila Gaines Contributor What makes southern baking so special? That question was asked of native southerner,…
Lifestyle
Women in Blues Festival this Saturday in Clarksdale
Music lovers are invited to gather their lawn chairs and picnic blankets for the fourth annual Women in…
Lifestyle
An easy spring dinner party
By Kara Kimbrough It doesn’t take much to impress me. In fact, I’m often inspired by the simplest…
History
Cofield’s Corner
By John Cofield Flem Mize came home after the Beacon’s first day in 1959 and placed a $100…
Food
Cousins Maine Lobster is bringing its famous lobster rolls to Oxford this Friday
Cousins Maine Lobster is bringing its famous lobster rolls to Oxford this Friday, with its Nashville food truck…
Garden/Outdoors
Oxford’s award-winning Landscaping Camp to host grand finale
What began as a visionary seed in 2016 has blossomed into one of Oxford’s most beloved events. The…
Lifestyle
World Championship Old-Time Piano Contest slated for Memorial Day Weekend in Oxford
Since its inception as a fundraiser for the Monticello, IL Railway Museum in 1975, the World Championship Old-Time…
Garden/Outdoors
Trees can make a landscape more beautiful and healthier
“One decent-sized tree can generate the oxygen to support a family of four. Without them, there is no…
Garden/Outdoors
Harvest time for family honey
By Harold Brummett Denmark Star Route May has arrived and it feels like the June of my…
Arts
Oxford nonprofits scramble after sudden termination of VISTA Program
Local nonprofits are reeling this week following the abrupt cancellation of the AmeriCorps VISTA program, a federal initiative…
Food
Oxford’s Chef Davis crowned 2025 King of Mississippi Seafood
Oxford’s culinary reputation continues to shine as Chef Jon “JD” Davis claimed the title of 2025 King of…
Opinion
Remembering Pope Francis
By Steve Stricker Columnist Grazie e riposa in pace, Papa Francesco. Ciao e benvenuto al nostro nuovo Papa,…
Lifestyle
Oxford writer teams up with former officer to tell a story of injustice
“Badge Unbroken: The Robert Hall Story,” co-authored by Robert Hall and Oxford writer Sandy Grisham, dives into the…
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Getting ready!
Workers prepare for this year’s Double Decker Arts Festival that kicks off tonight, April 25, with a free…
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