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UM summer programs offer fun and scholarship opportunities for K-12 campers

The University of Mississippi’s Office of Pre-College Programs will offer a host of opportunities for kids to learn ...

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“Like A Miracle”: City gives final approval for Punkin transfer

Punkin Water customers are getting closer and closer to having quality water in their homes after years of ...

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Jail Log from the Lafayette County Detention Center for April 12 – 19

This list was recorded from the log at the Lafayette County Detention Center. A name listed does not ...

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Como man arrested after kidnapping, sexually assaulting mother and son

Investigators with the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Department arrested a Como, Mississippi man after he kidnapped two individuals in ...

Garden/Outdoors

Fresh and Local: OXCM celebrates spring with community-wide event

Sunnier skies and safer times mark the return of Oxford Community Market’s annual celebration of spring at the ...

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Easter in Oxford: Observing the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus

Holy Week is coming to an end and Easter is just around the corner. Local churches and Christian ...

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Oxford man in custody after shooting at wife, fleeing from authorities

On Friday, Apr. 8, Lafayette County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to the area of County Road 102, for a ...

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Baptist becomes first hospital in Mississippi to use new cardiac mapping technology

Cardiologists at Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi recently performed the region’s first procedure using a new 3D mapping platform ...

Lafayette Sports

Lafayette eyeing state championship run with playoffs approaching

OXFORD, MISS — Lafayette baseball is gearing up for the playoffs as they seek their first state championship ...

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Tornado Watch: Lafayette County under watch until 9 PM

Lafayette County is currently under Tornado Watch until 9 p.m. today. Alcorn, Benton, Calhoun, Chickasaw, Coahoma, DeSoto, Itawamba, ...

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Lafayette Arena hosts Community Yard Sale

RThe Lafayette County Arena opened hosting its first events right before COVID.  The spacious building with adjoining classrooms ...

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Mid-South at Moderate Risk for severe weather, under Wind Advisory and Flood Watch

A significant severe weather outbreak is expected across the entire Mid-South today. Lafayette County is estimated to experience ...

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Junior Leaders work together to benefit local nonprofits

Lafayette County and Oxford High School students are giving back to their community through the Junior Leadership Lafayette ...

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Jail Log from the Lafayette County Detention Center from April 8 to April 12

This list was recorded from the log at the Lafayette County Detention Center. A name listed does not ...

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NEMYF awards CASA grant at the Annual Press Conference

Court Appointed Special Advocates of North Mississippi was one of ten non-profit organizations to receive a grant at ...

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Janet Barnes’ donates artwork to help community organizations

Janet Barnes had a multitude of talents.  She was a nurse, painter, teacher, giving friend, and supporter of ...

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Oxford University Transit updates, improves system for public use

Oxford University Transit announced new improvements to its system this week, including a surveillance center and a million-dollar ...

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Grand opening of Teen Room at Public Library to take place April 26

First Regional Library has announced the debut of new teen STEAM centers in DeSoto, Lafayette, Panola, Tate, and ...

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Oxford Utilities to participate in program assisting low-income households

Oxford Utilities will assist low-income households in paying their bills and fees through a program with the Mississippi ...

Sports Main

MHSAA votes to add new 7A classification

Mississippi will have seven high school classifications for the 2023-2024 school year after the Mississippi High School Activities ...

News

Book Blast Celebration: Lafayette County school receives 7,000 books for students

Students of Lafayette County Lower Elementary entered the school gymnasium on Tuesday morning to the sight of thousands ...

Opinion Main

Powerhouse: A space for testing out ideas

The Powerhouse for many residents is a place for community events.  Plays, concerts, holiday markets, community fundraisers, and ...

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