Opinion
John Grisham’s return to Oxford a welcome one
John Grisham may have moved from Oxford to Virginia some two decades ago, but he has and always…
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‘Running Santa’ gives gift of support at Boston Marathon
Every city needs a Bret Beauchamp. Oxford is fortunate to have the real one — our marathon man…
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Internal conflict should not overshadow good done by Oxford-Lafayette Humane Society
The Oxford-Lafayette Humane Society provides an invaluable service to our area and beyond. It wasn’t too many years…
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Does President Donald Trump have something to hide?
The President of the United States typically releases their tax return for public eyes in the name of…
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Easter Sunday, always a special day in the Oxford community
Easter is one of the more special days of the year. It’s hard to top Christmas, of course,…
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Time to curb opioid misuse
President Donald Trump held a “listening session” at the White House about opioids and drug abuse at the…
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Time to register students for school year
The work in our schools never stops, so as one year winds down the work preparing for another…
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County growth exciting, scary
We hear Oxford residents wonder sometimes when the development growth will finally slow down. Note to the community:…
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Author, lawyer Mary Ann Connell deserving of community’s embrace
Oxford has more than its share of impeccable leaders and stalwart citizens. But few have earned our appreciation…
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Sigma Nu Charity Bowl deserves support
If you want a glimpse of what student leadership at Ole Miss looks like, pay a visit this…
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Ole Miss’ Freeze should keep on tweeting (Our View)
The suggestion that Hugh Freeze is crossing a line posting scripture and religious inspiration on his Twitter account…
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City seeks affordable housing
The city of Oxford’s consideration to donate or lease two acres of land off South 16th Street, behind…
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2017 Grove Bowl will introduce new coaches, players
Grove Bowl weekend is always an enjoyable spring time for Oxford and Ole Miss and this year’s will…
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The Square gets tough on crime
Increased shoplifting at stores on the Oxford Square is frustrating, but it is no great surprise. As the…
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Lessons to be learned from pet theft
We told you last week about two beloved small Oxford dogs that may have been stolen from loving…
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No shock that Lafayette County in No. 1 in growth
It’s no surprise that Lafayette County is the fastest growing in Mississippi in recent years, according to the…
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Are you ready for some baseball?
Beginning tonight, Ole Miss hosts Mississippi State in a three-game series at Oxford-University Stadium/Swayze Field. Any time the Rebels…
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A new elementary school in Oxford makes perfect sense
Building a new elementary school in Oxford is not only wise, it is pretty much mandatory. The city…
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Kudos to Literacy Council
The Lafayette County Literacy Council does quiet, but important, work in our community. With the mission to “improve…
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State needs infrastructure investment
As Mississippi lawmakers grapple with piecing together a state budget without enough money they are taking another step…
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Rep. Holland’s candor is appreciated
Nine-term state Rep. Steve Holland, D-Plantersville, has been a character at times in the Mississippi Legislature. Known for…
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Nipping free drinks in the bud
A business giving away alcohol for free to customers without a permit from the state’s Alcohol Beverage Control…
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