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Oxford Fiber Festival to move opening reception online

The Oxford Fiber Festival will be returning January 21-23, 2022 to the Powerhouse Community Arts Center.  The opening…

State/Region News

Judge blocks COVID vaccine mandate for Head Start program

President Joe Biden cannot require teachers in the Head Start early education program to be vaccinated against COVID-19,…

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Kiffin: Ole Miss Rebs ‘out-coached’ with Corral injury in Sugar Bowl loss to Baylor

By Jake Davis The Oxford Eagle On a night filled with disappointment for the Rebel faithful, Ole Miss…

Sports

Sugar Bowl: Ole Miss players, coaches describe 2021 season as ‘special’

By Jake Davis The Oxford Eagle   Special. That word was used over and over again by players…

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Sugar Bowl 2022: ‘Trust, respect, loyalty’ define relationship between Matt Corral and OC Jeff Lebby

By Jake Davis The Oxford Eagle In a college football landscape dominated by big-money coaching hires and star…

News

New and ‘old’ year reflections

Thought for 2022: “Live every day as if it’s your last  …because one day it will be!”  Willie…

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Sugar Bowl Weekend: How do the Ole Miss Rebs match up against Baylor?

By Jake Davis The Oxford Eagle The most anticipated matchup of bowl season is nearly here. Ole Miss…

News

Something to Prove: Ole Miss, Baylor players ready for Sugar Bowl matchup

Get your popcorn ready!  This year’s Sugar Bowl between No. 8 Ole Miss (10-2, 6-2 SEC) and No.…

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Much to anticipate in 2022

Ringing in the new year is always cause for celebrating what’s to come, but it’s also a good…

News

New state law eliminates need for prescription for some decongestants

A new Mississippi law eliminates the requirement for a prescription to buy decongestants that contain ephedrine or pseudoephedrine.…

Events

2021 in Review: Murder cases, fatal crashes among most read stories

The new year is here before we even knew it. For some, the year 2021 has felt longer…

News

Tupelo Community Theatre setting the stage for “Deathtrap,” “Sherk the Musical”

Tupelo Community Theatre is excited to announce its production of the murder mystery “Deathtrap” on Jan. 27 at…

News

Chief Justice issues emergency order regarding COVID-19

Mississippi Supreme Court Chief Justice Mike Randolph issued an emergency order on Thursday, Dec. 30, extending the time…

News

Boil-Water Advisory lifted off Twin Gates Townhomes

Twin Gates Townhomes’ residents can drink water with no fear after a self‐imposed precautionary Boil Water Notice was…

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Ole Miss alum Tucker, who prosecuted Mississippi corruption, dies at 82

James B. Tucker, an attorney who prosecuted corrupt Mississippi public officials during a 30-year career with the Justice…

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Official: Mississippi likely headed for 5th COVID-19 wave

COVID-19 outbreaks in Mississippi nursing homes have almost doubled in the past week, an indicator that the state…

News

Tornado watch issued in Lafayette County

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch in Lafayette County, which is effective until 7 PM…

State/Region News

Lt. Gov. Hosemann sees challenges, opportunities in 2022 Legislative Session

A packed agenda awaits legislators who return to the Mississippi Capitol to convene the 2022 Legislative Session at…

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Lafayette County to experience enhanced risks of severe weather

Several southern states are at risk of tornadoes, large hail and high winds as severe storms fire up…

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The Museum emphasizes voting, vaccines and service during King holiday

The National Civil Rights Museum plans Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday celebration with free admission and double-v initiative.…

DEVELOPING NEWS

[UPDATE] Boil Water Notice issued for Twingates Subdivision

A self‐imposed precautionary Boil Water Notice was issued for a portion of Oxford’s water system on Tuesday. Customers…

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Here’s your year-end giving guide

The end of the year is a time when people often assess their charitable giving and make final…