Newsletter
Oxford’s Shelby McEwen qualifies for first US Olympic team
Shelby McEwen is officially a US Olympic athlete. The former Oxford High standout earned a third place finish in the men’s high jump final at ...
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News
Letter to Postmaster General leads to renovation of accessibility parking at post office
Accessibility parking at Oxford’s post office has been an issue over the years, but a letter to the US Postmaster General Louis DeJoy from the ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, June 25, 2021 2:19 pm
Business
City of Oxford collects over $1 million in sales tax revenue
The City of Oxford received more evidence earlier this month that things are returning to pre-pandemic levels, economically speaking. April’s sales tax collection numbers reported ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, June 25, 2021 2:12 pm
Newsletter
Oxford names new baseball and softball head coaches
Oxford has found their next head coaches to the lead the baseball and softball programs. The Oxford School District has selected Amory’s Cade Hoggard and ...
by Jake Thompson, Thursday, June 24, 2021 3:39 pm
Education
Oxford School District recognized by National Board’s Accomplished District Program
The Oxford School District is one of two Mississippi school districts honored by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards as a National Board Accomplished ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, June 23, 2021 11:51 am
Crime
Oxford men charged for home burglary
Two Oxford men are facing a burglary charge after entering an occupied residence. On June 18, investigators with the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Department arrested Allen ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, June 23, 2021 9:16 am
Crime
Oxford man arrested on molestation charge
An Oxford man is facing a molestation felony charge following an incident with a minor. On June 21, investigators with the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Department ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, June 23, 2021 9:14 am
Education
State Board of Education seeks public input on in-person learning policies
Parents have an opportunity to speak out about the return to in-person learning for the upcoming school year. While Oxford and Lafayette County School Districts ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, June 22, 2021 2:35 pm
Lafayette County
Kittens found shot in Lafayette County spurns call for joint animal shelter
The discovery of a litter of kittens that had been shot is increasing calls for the Lafayette County Board of Supervisors to provide animal rescue ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, June 22, 2021 1:57 pm
Events
Thacker Mountain Radio Hour to welcome back audience with Grove show
The Thacker Mountain Radio Hour is welcoming back an audience for the first time with the show in the Grove on Sunday. The show will ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, June 22, 2021 12:53 pm
Crime
Oxford man charged with Enticement of a Child
An Oxford man is facing a felony charge after allegedly communicating with a minor. On May 30, the Oxford Police Department received a report in ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, June 22, 2021 12:34 pm
Sports
Sam Kendricks makes second US Olympic team
Sam Kendricks is heading to Tokyo. The Oxford native qualified for the US Olympic team after a top three finish in the men’s pole vault ...
by Jake Thompson, Monday, June 21, 2021 7:42 pm
News
City of Oxford creates Affordable Housing Commission
The City of Oxford took a big step in its mission to bring, and keep, affordable housing to its community. During the Board of Aldermen ...
by Jake Thompson, Monday, June 21, 2021 12:10 pm
Newsletter
Mike Bianco returning to Ole Miss: “I am committed to bringing championships to Oxford”
The week-long uncertainty regarding Mike Bianco and the Ole Miss baseball program has come to an end. The Rebels winningest coach in program history will ...
by Jake Thompson, Sunday, June 20, 2021 10:02 pm
Business
Rockhouse Live coming to Oxford Square
Oxford’s Downtown Square is getting another restaurant and live music venue. RockHouse Live will soon be occupying the former Soulshine Pizza location at 308 South ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, June 18, 2021 2:21 pm
News
Local taxi, ride-share drivers express concern with proposed ordinance
Discussion continued this week regarding the proposed ordinance regarding taxi and ride-share companies with drivers having their opportunity to speak to the Oxford Board of ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, June 18, 2021 1:45 pm
Newsletter
Oxford Pickleball wins state title as sport grows in Mississippi
You may not know about Pickleball, but it’s an increasingly popular sport here in LOU and throughout the country. Neil White and Worth duPerier are ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, June 18, 2021 1:13 pm
Education
Foster continuing the family legacy as Lafayette’s new school superintendent
Jay Foster is continuing the family tradition as he takes over as the Lafayette County School District’s superintendent. The school district announced the hiring of ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, June 18, 2021 12:49 pm
Newsletter
Madison couple gives $10 million gift to name The Pavilion at Ole Miss
After being open for over five years, The Pavilion at Ole Miss has a new name. The basketball arena has been officially named the Sandy ...
by Jake Thompson, Thursday, June 17, 2021 12:01 pm
Education
Oxford School District announces reorganization of administration
The Oxford School District is entering a new era with Bradley Roberson taking over as superintendent and there are major changes already taking place. On ...
by Jake Thompson, Thursday, June 17, 2021 10:27 am
News
Brittany Woods residents seeking another access road following flood event
The residents of Brittany Woods Estates are asking City of Oxford leaders for help after their neighborhood was flooded from last week’s heavy rainfall. In ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, June 16, 2021 2:57 pm
Lafayette Sports
2021 EAGLE All-Area Baseball Team: Moving out of “comfort zone,” Oxford’s Crumpton named Player of the Year
When Kelly Crumpton moved to Oxford he had never hit in the leadoff spot before, but that quickly changed for the former Jackson Prep standout. ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, June 16, 2021 8:00 am
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