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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...

OSD Sophomore Named Finalist at MSEF Region VII Upper Science Fair

Oxford High School sophomore, Keerthin Karthikeyan, was named the Best of Fair recipient by the 2021 virtual MSEF Region VII Upper Science Fair.

OPD Investigating Shooting That Left One Injured

Two people have been arrested in connection with a shooting in Oxford Thursday.

Oxford Leaders Continue Outdoor Dining, Free Parking on Tuesdays

Outdoor dining as it has existed since September in Oxford will continue through at least April.

Lafayette County Escapes Predicted Severe Weather

Despite Lafayette County being marked by the National Weather Service as “high risk” for severe weather during Wednesday's storm, no tornado warnings were issued and no damage has been reported, according to officials.

Celebration Held in Honor of Naming the Lafayette Justice Court Building After Judge McLarty

Friends, family and colleagues finally got to celebrate the naming of the Lafayette County Justice Court building after Judge Johnny Wayne McLarty, known to most as "The Judge" on Tuesday.

Parts of Lafayette County Now High Risk for Severe Weather

The southern part of Lafayette County is now a level 5 High Risk for severe weather today, according to the National Weather Service.

Contract with MS Critterz ‘Mutually Terminated’

Mississippi Critterz, the nonprofit organization that managed the city of Oxford's animal shelter since 2018, is no longer running the shelter.

Two Future Retail Buildings to Pay Homage to Shapiro, Brewer

Two new buildings planned for the ever-growing Oxford Commons will be named after the late Ron “Ronzo” Shapiro and the late Homer E. "Billy" Brewer.

OPD Charges Woman Linked to Online Stolen Artwork Sales

A Pontotoc woman was arrested last week after allegedly selling stolen artwork.

High Winds, Hail, Tornadoes All Possible Wednesday in Lafayette

Lafayette County is under a moderate risk for severe weather Wednesday which could include threats of hail and possible tornadoes, according to the National Weather Service.