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We are grateful for the stewardship of Ole Miss Journalism and New Media in the operation of HottyToddy.com. HT will be offline as we...

Active COVID-19 Cases in Lafayette County Linger Around 400

After seeing a slight dip in December, active cases of COVID-19 in Lafayette County have hoovered around 400 daily for most of January.

UM Hosting Variety of Events Throughout Black History Month

Eddie S. Glaude Jr., a distinguished scholar of African American studies at Princeton University, will deliver the keynote address for Black History Month observances...

Oxford Chamber Asking for Donations for Guard, Medical Personnel Giving Vaccinations

The Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Foundation is holding a 48-hour “Plash Drive” to collect items to give to National Guardsmen and the medical personnel who are providing COVID-19 vaccinations.

Oxford Man Arrested in Connection With Walmart Bomb Scare

The Oxford Police Department arrested an Oxford man Sunday for telling Walmart he was planted a bomb inside the store.

UPDATE: Search Completed at Oxford Walmart; Store Will Remain Closed Tonight

UPDATE: At about 8:30 p.m., OPD stated on social media that the search at the Oxford Walmart was completed and the store has been...

University Partners with MSU to Advance Pharmacy Education

The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy is strengthening its Preferred Admissions Program, as Mississippi State University becomes the fifth in-state college to collaborate...

Mayor, 2 Aldermen Still Unopposed in June Election

With one week left to qualify, Mayor Robyn Tannehill and two aldermen are still unopposed in the June municipal election.

Management Professor Selected for Distinguished Early Career Award

Kristin Cullen-Lester, assistant professor of management at the University of Mississippi School of Business Administration, has been selected to receive the 2021 Distinguished Early Career Contributions Award-Practice from the Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology.

Ole Miss Student Veterans Celebrate New One-Stop Shop for Resources

University of Mississippi student veterans and military-connected students have better access to the specialized services they require than ever before with the opening of...

Woman Arrested for Allegedly Vandalizing a Vehicle

An Oxford woman was arrested recently for allegedly vandalizing a vehicle.