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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...

Roommate-Finding App Wins Mid-South Business Model Competition

A housing app developed by a University of Mississippi senior majoring in managerial finance has won first place in the 2020 Mid-South Business Model Competition.

New Dollar General Store Opening Near Denmark Area

Plans are in the works for a new Dollar General off Highway 6 East near the Denmark area.

Lafayette Middle, High Schools Will Go Virtual for One Week

Due to an increase of COVID-19 Lafayette Middle School and High School will return to online classes for at least a week.

Wilbanks Wants to Represent Himself at New Murder Trial

A former University of Mississippi student on death row for the murder of a fellow classmate says he wants to appeal his case without an attorney or a jury.

Virtual Workshop to Highlight Resources for Small Businesses

The Oxford-Lafayette County Economic Development Foundation will host the workshop, “Resources for Small Business Success,” from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 18.

Shirley Crawford Remembered as Adored and Respected Ole Miss Alumna

By Stella Connell School of Business Administration Manager of Marketing and Communications In the summer of 1953, Shirley Wagner left Grenada and headed 45 miles northeast...

Oxford Middle School Campus Closes Due to COVID-19

The Oxford Middle School will be closed for the next two weeks due to an outbreak of COVID-19.

Canopy of Lights on Oxford Square to be Turned on a Week Early

Mayor Robyn Tannehill announced Thursday that the Christmas lights on the square will be turned on next week.

Ole Miss Journalism Grad to Serve as Press Secretary for Governor

Ole Miss graduate Bailey Martin is the new press secretary for Gov. Tate Reeve's office.

Doors of Hope Kicks Off Wreaths of Hope 2020 Fundraiser

The Wreaths of Hope 2020 fundraiser will feature 50 decorated wreaths by local designers displayed in various retail locations around Oxford.