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Residents watchfulness prevents possible burglary
The Oxford Police Department arrested an Abbeville man Monday for having a stolen a firearm in his possession.…
Events
World Championship Old-Time Piano Contest returns to Oxford
The World Championship Old-Time Piano Playing Contest and Festival will bring ragtime to the big-time this weekend, with…
Crime
Man pleads guilty to shooting Lafayette County father of five
A Lafayette County man will serve 21 years in prison for shooting and killing a father of five…
News
Police to beef up Memorial Day patrols on local and state roadways
Local and state law enforcement officers will be out in force this weekend to help make sure everyone…
Lafayette County
CenterPoint Energy expands natural gas service in Lafayette County
CenterPoint Energy opened up a new era for its customers in the LOU community during an official valve…
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Inn at Ole Miss seeking Resort Status
The Inn at Ole Miss brought its case for qualified resort status before the Lafayette County Board of…
Education
Oxford High School theater teacher John Davenport named Employee of the Year
Oxford High School’s theater teacher John Davenport was named the 2018 Oxford School District Employee of the Year…
Education
More Oxford School District third graders to pass this year; reading pass rate improves
In the 2014-2015, the state implemented the Mississippi Third Grade Literacy Retention Promotional Act, which denies promotion from…
News
Felon charged for having a gun in his possession
On Sunday, the Oxford Police Department arrested an Abbeville man for allegedly possessing a firearm while being a…
News
Oxford man charged with 3rd DUI
On Saturday, the Oxford Police Department stopped a vehicle for speeding. After a DUI investigation was conducted, the…
News
Reported stolen gun found during search leads to arrest
On Saturday, the Oxford Police Department arrested a Batesville woman for allegedly being in possession of a stolen…
News
Oxford Electric presents its $23.8M budget for FY2019
The Oxford Electric Department presented its budget for the 2019 fiscal year to the Oxford Board of Aldermen…
Education
Lafayette High School celebrates Class of 2018
Lafayette High School continued its tradition of being “anchored to excellence” at its graduation ceremony on Friday, May…
News
Oxford Housing director to retire; manager promoted
In the 20 years Jeff McClure has worked for the Oxford Housing Authority and the Mississippi Regional Housing…
Crime
OPD officers recognized for saving woman’s life
Police officers serve the community by keeping criminals off the streets, solving crimes and patrolling neighbors to protect…
News
Stolen phone leads to additional charges for alleged robber
On May 13, 2018, the Oxford Police Department took a report from a man claiming two unidentified males…
Education
Bigham named Oxford Elementary School Principal
As the school year comes to an end, Oxford Elementary School will have a new beginning. Cindy Bigham…
Lafayette County
Summer Meal Program expands to meet community needs
Mississippi was recently ranked as the most food-insecure state, but Oxford School District is doing its part to…
Education
Oxford Middle School student Hassell Wilkinson Jr. recognized for tutoring fellow classmates
An Oxford Middle School student was recognized Wednesday in front of his peers during the school’s annual year-end award…
Crime
Peace Officers Memorial Service honors fallen police
The annual Peace Officer Memorial Service was held Thursday inside the Lafayette County Courthouse. Each year, officers from…
Education
Memorial Scholarship established for OIS Teacher Sherry Buford
A scholarship fund has been established in memory of Sherry Buford, former sixth grade math teacher at Oxford…
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Stewart inducted into Mississippi Outdoor Hall of Fame
Mike Stewart, founder and president of Oxford’s Wildrose Kennels, was announced as one of six inductees to the…
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