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7 Funny Things Southerners Say About Cold Weather

Judging the weather based on numerical temperatures is boring. Besides, if it’s 35 or 40 degrees, who can tell the difference? Southerners love a...

UM Mourns the Loss of Alumnus Oscar Pope, NBA on TNT Marketing Manager

The University of Mississippi School of Journalism and New Media mourns the loss of alumnus Oscar Pope, whose latest role was as the marketing manager...

Meet the Candidates: Ward 5 Alderman Race Q&A – Chadwick and Taylor

Today, we hear from the two candidates vying for the Ward 5 seat on the Board of Aldermen: Democrat and incumbent Alderman Preston Taylor and Republican candidate Barney Chadwick.

Proposed Ordinance Would Create Designated Cab, Ride-share Areas

The Oxford Board of Aldermen heard the first reading Tuesday of a proposed ordinance that would create two areas for all ride-share drivers, taxicabs and designated drivers to pick up their riders.

University of Mississippi Police Chief Ray Hawkins to Retire

University of Mississippi Police Chief Ray Hawkins, respected law enforcement officer, natural leader and a believer in the 'education before enforcement' approach to policing, is retiring after a stellar 30-year career.

City Considers Ordinance Regulating Permit Process for Outdoor Dining

With the construction underway on East Jackson Avenue to create more outdoor dining and shopping space, city leaders are in the midst of reviewing the proposed permit process that would allow businesses to use the expanded sidewalks.

Meet the Candidates: Ward 3 Alderman Race Q&A – Hyneman and Miscamble

Today, we hear from the two candidates vying for the Ward 3 seat on the Board of Aldermen — Democrat Brian Hyneman and Republican L. McQueen Miscamble.

Small Sinkhole in Grand Oaks Now Repaired

A small “sinkhole” that occurred in Grand Oaks last night has been repaired, according to City Engineer Reanna Mayoral.

Meet the Candidates: Ward 2 Alderman Race Q&A – Huelse and Thomas

The Oxford municipal general election will be June 8. Oxford residents can vote from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Oxford Conference Center...

Plenty of Rain Expected in Oxford This Week, Storms Tonight

Lafayette County will get a bit soggy over the next few days. Rain is expected to move into the area this evening with a 70...

Trooper Dies in 1 of 3 Fatal Wrecks, No Local Deaths Reported Over Holiday Weekend

No fatal wrecks were reported in Lafayette County over the Memorial Day holiday weekend, but the Mississippi Highway Patrol did respond to three fatal...