Weather

Possible rain, lower temps later this week

After a blazing hot day today, Lafayette County and the surrounding area could see some relief after predicted…

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Beryl could send us some rain today, higher chance Tuesday

As remnants of Hurricane Beryl head northwestward, north Mississippi is expected to see some associated rain and thunderstorms…

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Department of Health launches Summer Survival Guide

Summertime brings a lot of fun, but Mississippi has a host of hazards that everyone needs to be…

Weather

Possible scattered showers, high temps on 4th of July

The Fourth of July will be a hot one and maybe, just maybe, a slightly wet one. The…

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High temps today; Possible rain Wednesday

A Heat Advisory remains in effect for Lafayette County through 9 p.m. tonight, according to the National Weather…

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Heat Advisory for Oxford

The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory until 9 p.m. tonight and another from 11 a.m. to…

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Tornadoes and tears – surviving more storms

Story by Seth Parenteau and Cody Farris UM journalism students The devastation caused last spring by an EF4…

temperature forecast 6-16-24

Weather

Keep outdoor pets safe during summer heat

It may still technically spring but Oxford and Lafayette County are experiencing warmer summertime temperatures this week. The…

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Strong storms rolled through Lafayette County Monday early morning

There may be a lot of yawning folks in Oxford today. At about 1:23 a.m. Monday, a tornado…

Arts

So far, the weather looks good for the Double Decker Arts Festival

As of Thursday morning, it’s looking like Mother Nature may be kind to this year’s Double Decker Arts…

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Heavy rain, high winds toppled trees, knock out power

Oxford and Lafayette County saw 4 to 6 inches of rain this week, combined with high wind gusts…

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Heavy rain, possible thunderstorms continue through Thursday

A Flood Watch remains in effect for heavy rainfall over the next several days. Lafayette County can expect…

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Strong storms expected today: Hail, tornadoes, high winds possible

Lafayette County has been upgraded from a “slight” severe weather risk to an “enhanced” risk by the National…

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Severe weather possible Tuesday as cold front approaches

After a warm yet cloudy day today, another cold front will head into our area overnight, potentially ushering…

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Frost advisory issued for Lafayette County; most of North MS

Get the extra comforters out tonight because it’s going to get downright chilly. So chilly in fact that…

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Spring storm knocks down a few trees, floods some roads

Lafayette County received about 2 inches of rain Monday night when storms rolled through the area. The high…

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Freeze warning issued for north Mississippi for tonight

Just as spring is about to take the field, “Old Man Winter” takes one last run around the…

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Possible thunderstorms, heavy rain tonight into Friday

Oxford could see some heavy rains and a few severe thunderstorms over the next 24 hours, according to…

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Possible strong storms over night; more rain later in the week

Rain and possible thunderstorms are expected to roll into Lafayette County later tonight and hang around through Tuesday.…

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Gusty winds possible Tuesday, Wednesday with incoming cold front

Unseasonably warm weather will continue across the Mid-South through Tuesday; however, cooler temps will make a short return…

Cold Front Triggers Sharp Temperature Drop in Oxford

Lifestyle

Help available for high utility bills

Record energy use during cold snap By Alyssa Schnugg Senior reporter Many Lafayette County and Oxford residents are…

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High pressure brings blue skies, lots of sun; rain expected Thursday

This week, Lafayette County residents will see lots of sunshine and gradually warming temperatures as spring attempts to…