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
The cat’s meow: Oxford resident rescues two kittens
A quiet Saturday morning turned into a heartwarming rescue mission for Tommy, a current resident of a local…
Newsletter
Storm knocks down trees, powerlines
A powerful thunderstorm swept through Oxford overnight, leaving a trail of damage that included downed trees, damaged homes…
News
Oxford tennis pro building world-class athletic program for local youth
Lucie Devier, a French-born tennis professional and former Division 1 standout at the University of Mississippi, is launching…
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…
News
Oxford Utilities proposes $26M budget
The Oxford Board of Aldermen reviewed the proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget for Oxford Utilities – Electric Division…
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…
News
Live music returns to The Coop
Live music returns this weekend to The Coop, the popular fourth-floor terrace and lounge at The Graduate Hotel…
News
Car Show on the Square this Weekend
By Galen Holley Car show enthusiasts comprise a special subculture, kind of like bikers and people who attend…
News
Oxford earns six nominations in Best of Mississippi Travel survey
Oxford and its community partners have been nominated in six categories for Mississippi Magazine’s 2025 Best of Mississippi…
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,…
Business
Baptist receives patient experience award
Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi is a recipient of the Healthgrades 2025 Patient Experience Award. This award recognizes hospitals…
History
Cofield’s Corner
By John Cofield Flem Mize came home after the Beacon’s first day in 1959 and placed a $100…
News
Visit Oxford celebrates industry growth during National Travel & Tourism Week
Visit Oxford celebrated National Travel & Tourism Week – May 4 through 10 – with a series of…
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…
Oxford
Oxford Fire Department call report
The Oxford Fire Department responded to the following types of calls from May 4-11: 40 Fire Alarms…
News
The Quiet Crisis: ICM is Oxford’s frontline against homelessness
Since 1999, Interfaith Compassion Ministry has worked behind the scenes to meet the needs of Oxford and Lafayette…
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Almost ready!
The Oxford City Pool was filled with water this week after a year of being empty while its…
News
City considers phasing out speed humps
The Oxford Engineering Department recommended a change to the city’s Traffic Calming Policy that could soon take speed…
News
City looking for firms to create Parks and Trails Master Plan
As Oxford continues to experience steady growth, city officials are taking steps to ensure that recreational spaces keep…
News
Elected officials update community on Legislative session
Local representatives and senators from Oxford and Lafayette County presented a comprehensive overview of the legislative achievements from…
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