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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...
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IHL Approves Tuition Increase at 7 of 8 Mississippi Universities

By Molly Minta Mississippi Today A year after all but one of Mississippi’s public universities declined to increase tuition due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s business as...

Drugs Mixed with Fentanyl Blamed for 10 Deaths in LOU Community

In the last six months, 10 people in the LOU community have died as a result of drug overdoses, according to the Oxford Police Department.

Lafayette County Gained 83 New COVID-19 Cases in Last 10 Days

Despite almost 1.5 million COVID-19 vaccinations being administered to Mississippi residents, the number of positive cases daily has risen over the last few days.

Lafayette County 1 of 31 Counties Seeking Assistance for Winter Storm Damage

Following the completion of Joint Preliminary Damage Assessments, the State of Mississippi has requested a Major Disaster Declaration for Public Assistance following the Feb. 11-19, winter storm.

The Isom Place Gets Nod to Become an Event Venue

One of Oxford's oldest homes, The Isom Place, will soon be a place where people can make lasting memories.

Oxford Remains Runner-Up in Strongest Town Contest

In a tight race, the city of Oxford will remain the runner-up in this year’s Strongest Town contest.

OIS Assistant Principal Named as Top 50 Under 40 Honoree

Oxford Intermediate School Assistant Principal Kendedrick Jones has been named Top 50 Under 40 Honoree by the Mississippi Business Journal.

Court Dates for Local Teachers Accused of Sex Crimes Continued

The trials for two local former teachers accused of sex crimes involving former students in unrelated cases have been continued – again.

Using 662 Area Code to Make Local Calls Will be Mandatory in October

Beginning on April 24, everyone in north Mississippi should begin using the 662 area code when making local calls, which will become mandatory in October.

Former OPD Officer Releases New Children’s Book

A local law enforcement officer is using his past experiences to help teach children kindness and acceptance through his new children's book.
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