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Oxford man, 19, arrested for uttering forgery

On Feb. 21, the Oxford Police Department responded to a business in the 700 block in reference to ...

March 1, 2024

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Seven OHS students named as National Merit finalists

Oxford High School has announced that seven exceptional students have advanced to National Merit finalists in the annual ...

March 1, 2024

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‘Shadow of Son,’ is an all-Oxford-show and Davenport’s 125th play at OHS

While all Oxford High Theater productions are quality, professional shows, its newest play is undoubtedly more special to ...

March 1, 2024

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Oxford partners with UM’s MPartner to better serve Spanish-speaking community members

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, cities worldwide faced unprecedented challenges in effectively reaching all segments of ...

March 1, 2024

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In-person absentee voting ends March 9; Qualification period open for judge race

The Lafayette County Circuit Court Clerk’s office will be open on the next two Saturdays to accommodate in-person ...

March 1, 2024

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Ole Miss Baseball continues to roll in win over Missouri State

The runs continued to pile up Wednesday night as Ole Miss Baseball (6-4) scored 12 or more runs ...

February 29, 2024

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Softball opens play at home, hosts Ole Miss Classic

Playing at home for the first time this season and in a new stadium, Ole Miss Softball welcomes ...

February 29, 2024

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Feb. 29 law enforcement activity reports

February 29, 2024

Lifestyle

Ole Miss honors 60th anniversary of ‘Freedom Summer’

A week dedicated to honoring the 60th anniversary of the “Mississippi Freedom Summer” features guest speakers, documentaries and ...

February 29, 2024

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Man, 50, arrested for aggravated assault

On Feb. 20, 2024, the Oxford Police Department responded to the 200th block of Pegues Road for an ...

February 28, 2024

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Oxford man arrested with fraudulent check charge

On Feb. 12, 2024, the Oxford Police Department responded to a call in reference to a fraudulent check ...

February 28, 2024

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Texas man charged with cyberstalking

On Feb. 15, 2024, the Oxford Police Department took a walk-in report of harassment. After investigation, Paxton Kyrish, ...

February 28, 2024

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Northwest Hall of Fame inducts locals

Three Lafayette, one Oxford graduate inducted in group of 16 Sixteen Northwest Mississippi Community College students have been ...

February 28, 2024

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Dental students visit Capitol

February 28, 2024

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Ole Miss tops Arkansas-Little Rock 12-6

By Jeff Roberson Ole Miss continued its winning ways Tuesday afternoon, defeating Arkansas-Little Rock 12-6 at Oxford-University Stadium ...

February 28, 2024

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Feb. 28 law enforcement activity reports

25 Tickets 7 Accidents OPD: ARRESTS 1 Arrest Warrant Served, Careless Driving 1 MIP 1 Possession of Drug ...

February 28, 2024

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Strong named MS Raiders head coach

Arena football team opens season March 23 at B’ville Civic Center By Myra Bean MS Raiders sports writer ...

February 28, 2024

Arts

Inaugural ‘Casey Jones Blues Fest’ slated for March 23

On Saturday, March 23, the Water Valley Main Street Association will hold its first Casey Jones Blues Festival.   ...

February 28, 2024

Lifestyle

New Oxonians named Pantry’s ‘Volunteers of the Year’

José and Carmen Martin were named the 2023 Volunteers of the Year by the Oxford Pantry recently. The ...

February 28, 2024

Lifestyle

Withdrawal pains from sons’ visit is a good ache

By Steve Stricker Columnist Of all the heroes in my life, I am very proud to say with ...

February 28, 2024

Lifestyle

Let’s see health care as a civil right

Sandra C. Melvin Guest Columnist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stated, “Of all the forms of inequality, injustice ...

February 28, 2024

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Property Transfers

Property transfers between Feb. 20-23, 2024, as recorded with the Lafayette County Chancery Clerk: James Gray to Jeffrey ...

February 28, 2024