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A Little Rain Can’t Dampen Excitement for Saturday’s Season Opener

The Ole Miss Rebels are set to face off against the Florida Gators this Saturday, but will slight scattered showers stop people from being...

Local Law Enforcement Speak Out Against Initiative 65

Local law enforcement agencies met Tuesday during a press conference to explain why they support the less-broad Alternate 65a that could establish a medical marijuana program in Mississippi.
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Hotty Toddy Exclusive: Students React to Starship Delivery Robots

Hotty Toddy contributor Jimmy Marshall asked Ole Miss students for their opinions on the cutest (and most futuristic) delivery method on campus.

Water Valley Welcomes Hendricks Venue and Steakhouse

Just 25 minutes South from The Square, the Hendricks Venue and Steakhouse, located on Main Street in Water Valley, is set to open in late September. The performance and event venue is already open for bookings of weddings, formal events, birthday celebrations and more.

Request to Demolish 1890 Home Not Sitting Well with Historic Preservation Commissioners

The Oxford Historic Preservation Commission told the owners of an 1890s home that it's unlikely they'll allow the house to be demolished but tabled the vote and gave them a chance to return next month with updated plans.

Private Citizens, Businesses Pitch in For Outdoor Dining

Thanks to the generosity of local citizens and businesses, restaurants participating in outdoor dining won't have to pay their first month's rent of the parking spaces that are being utilized for outdoor dining seating.

SMBHC Creates Resources for First-Generation Students

The SMBHC First-Generation Student Network hosted Makayla Haussler virtually on September 9th as the first speaker in its fall speaker series.
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Mural Breathes New Life Into Oxford Canteen

Oxford Canteen, a local Oxford restaurant located on N. Lamar Blvd., recently commissioned Victoria Daily, a senior art major at the University of Mississippi, to create a mural for the side of their building.

Absentee Voting Began Monday in Mississippi; Learn if You Qualify

Monday was the first day for absentee voting in person in Mississippi.

Most New COVID-19 Cases Still Seen Among Student-Aged Residents

Reports of new COVID-19 cases in Oxford continue to slowly decline; however, the highest number of cases continue to come from those who are 18 to 24 years old.