University of Mississippi
UM students hold study-in protest
On Friday, May 2, the University of Mississippi Environmental Coalition organized a study-in protest on campus, in coordination…
News
New Regional Economic Alliance approved for north Mississippi counties
A new law approved by Gov. Tate Reeves in March is paving the way for a powerful partnership…
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…
Featured Photo
Photo Gallery: Oxford Pride Parade
The annual Oxford Pride Parade was held Saturday afternoon as part of a week-long Pride Week celebration. The…
News
Ken Cyree, Ole Miss Business Dean, announces his retirement
By Stella Connell UM School of Business Administration After 21 years as a faculty member at the UM…
History
Ghost town residents provide lessons for today by working with scientists in 1800s to combat yellow fever
By Shirley Wimbish Gray Mississippi Today Given recent policy changes threatening the future of medical research and news…
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…
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More than 113K folks attended Double Decker
The Double Decker Arts Festival welcomed 113,300 total attendees this year with renowned musical talents such as Grace…
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Leapfrog Group awards Baptist an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade
Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi received an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from the Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog…
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Oxford FFA teams earn top honors, advance to Nationals
The Oxford High Horticulture program had three teams qualify for the State FFA Contest, including agronomy, equipment and…
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Local high school students graduate from Junior Leadership program
The Oxford Lafayette Chamber of Commerce announced 26 local high school sophomores have graduated from the 2025 class…
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101st Airborne to conduct large-scale training
From May 1 to May 10, the 101st Airborne Division will conduct a large-scale training exercise across multiple…
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The Beacon to close on May 10 after 66 years
The Beacon restaurant, a cherished local institution that has served the LOU community for more than 60 years,…
Crime
Kentucky man arrested by OPD for felony shoplifting
An officer with the Oxford Police Department responded to a business on Nov. 5, 2024, regarding a man…
News
Two charged with credit card fraud
Two people were arrested recently by the Oxford Police Department for allegedly committing credit card fraud. According to…
News
University cuts financial support for Oxford Pride events
By Noah Walters The Daily Mississippian The University of Mississippi is pulling all affiliated resources and involvement in…
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Cedar Oaks to hold annual Mayfest Sunday
The Cedar Oaks Guild is holding its annual Mayfest on the grounds of the historic Cedar Oaks Mansion.…
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Five local Scouts earn Eagle Scout
Five Scouts from Troop 45 were recently awarded the rank of Eagle Scout. The Eagle Scout rank is…
Lafayette County
Lafayette County property transfers
Property transfers between April 20-24, 2025, as recorded with the Lafayette County Chancery Clerk: The Crossing at Oxford…
History
Cofield’s Corner
Long before downtown Oxford became a semi-bar district, as some would say, before fraternity row moved to the…
News
Mother, son earn degrees, graduate this month
For Deborah Dunn and her 17-year-old son Jarvis, this May isn’t just about caps, gowns and ceremonies —…
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Folds of Honor North Texas honors UM scholarship recipient for Military Appreciation Month
Folds of Honor North Texas is recognizing Military Appreciation Month this May by highlighting one of its scholarship…
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