Alyssa Schnugg, Author at The Oxford Eagle

Crime

Judge declares mistrial after jury fails to reach a verdict in Herrington trial

After deliberating for nine hours, the 12-person jury in the murder trial of Timothy Herrington failed to agree on a verdict. Circuit Court Judge Kelly ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, December 11, 2024 9:24 pm

Crime

Jury now in deliberation in Jay Lee murder trial

Circuit Court Judge Kelly Luther opened court this morning by reading jury instructions. He informed the jury that they have several options to consider when ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, December 11, 2024 11:05 am

Business

More commercial construction planned in Oxford Commons

After gaining approval from the Oxford Planning Commission, there will be two more construction projects being built off Sisk Avenue in Oxford Commons. Oxford Commons ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, December 11, 2024 9:05 am

Crime

State, Defense rest cases in Herrington trial

Closing arguments set for Wednesday morning The prosecution and defense in the murder trial of Timothy Herrington Jr. concluded their cases on Tuesday, marking the ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, December 10, 2024 4:20 pm

News

Local TV station airs Oxford Christmas Parade

If you missed this year’s Oxford Christmas Parade, you still have time to watch it on local television. WEBU-LD, a free local television station, will ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, December 10, 2024 12:20 pm

Crime

Day 6 of Herrington trial continues to focus on timelines, online searches

Day 6 of the murder trial of Timothy Herrington, accused of killing University of Mississippi student Jimmie “Jay” Lee, saw more testimony from law enforcement ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, December 9, 2024 5:15 pm

Lafayette County

Sheriff hopes for fair jail contract amid cost concerns

Lafayette County Sheriff Joey East recently spoke to the Eagle about the need for a balanced partnership between Lafayette County and the city of Oxford ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, December 9, 2024 9:24 am

Crime

Judge denies mistrial motion during Herrington murder trial on Saturday

Court continued over the weekend in the capital murder case against Timothy Herrington who is accused of killing Jimmie “Jay” Lee on July 8, 2022. ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Saturday, December 7, 2024 8:17 pm

Crime

More details emerge on Day 4 of Herrington trial

The trial of Timothy Herrington, accused in connection with the 2022 disappearance of Jimmie “Jay” Lee, continued Friday where jurors heard recordings of interviews between ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, December 6, 2024 5:47 pm

Newsletter

Oxford soccer defeats Hernando

Oxford defeated Hernando in two close matches at home on Thursday night. In the opener, Oxford’s Amie Reed scored in the 7th minute to give ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, December 6, 2024 11:03 am

Crime

Digital evidence, chilling searches unveiled during Day 3 of Herrington murder trial

The third day of testimony in the murder trial of Timothy Herrington, accused of killing University of Mississippi student Jimmie “Jay” Lee, revealed a detailed ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, December 5, 2024 5:49 pm

News

Oxford COO Bart Robinson retires after 27 years of service

After nearly three decades of dedicated service to the city of Oxford, Chief Operating Officer Bart Robinson is retiring, leaving behind a legacy that spans ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Thursday, December 5, 2024 9:26 am

Crime

Day two of Herrington trial focuses on timelines, video footage of Lee’s car

Day two of the murder trial against Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington Jr. focused on creating a timeline of what happened to Jimmie “Jay” Lee before he ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, December 4, 2024 6:16 pm

News

Salvation Army Red Kettle Bells return to Batesville

For years, the familiar sound of Salvation Army Red Kettle bells had been missing from Batesville’s busiest spots. This holiday season, however, that changed thanks ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Wednesday, December 4, 2024 9:16 am

Crime

Trial of Timothy Herrington begins in Oxford

The trial of Timothy Herrington, accused of murdering Jimmie “Jay” Lee, started Tuesday morning with opening arguments and emotional testimony in what is expected to ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, December 3, 2024 3:19 pm

News

City, County continue to work on jail contract

City and county leaders continue to hash out an updated established framework to manage detainees housed at the Lafayette County Jail efficiently and equitably. Oxford ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, December 3, 2024 2:23 pm

News

University breaks overall enrollment record

Overall enrollment at the University of Mississippi has grown for the fourth consecutive year, fueled by a record-setting freshman class and strong retention rates. This ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, December 2, 2024 11:00 am

Crime

Trial for 2022 killing of Ole Miss student Jay Lee begins Monday

The trial of the man accused of killing Jimmy “Jay” Lee in 2022, Sheldon “Timothy” Herrington Jr., will begin next week. Jury selection is set ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Friday, November 29, 2024 10:31 am

Elections

Falkner, Thompson, Babb win in Lafayette run-off election

Ley Falkner is Lafayette County’s newest Justice Court Judge. Falkner garnered 832 votes to Deanna McLarty’s 368 votes Tuesday during the run-off election. Falkner is ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 8:21 pm

Business

Free TV still available in Oxford with new local station

Oxford now boasts a new addition to its local media landscape — a free over-the-air digital TV station. Broadcasting on UHF with a 15kW signal, ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Tuesday, November 26, 2024 12:09 pm

Elections

Runoff election Tuesday for three races

The Lafayette County Election Commission will hold a runoff election on Tuesday, Nov. 26, for three races not decided in the General Election two weeks ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, November 25, 2024 12:22 pm

Lafayette County

Thanksgiving holiday: Closings. Trash pickup, Open restaurants and more

Most local government offices will be closed Thursday and Friday this Thanksgiving holiday. Garbage pickup scheduled for Thursday in the city will be picked up ... Read more

by Alyssa Schnugg, Monday, November 25, 2024 10:05 am

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