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Kids Get a Chance to Shine at First Oxford Mini Market

The Oxford Community Market is giving local kids a chance to show off their crafts and make a few coins in the process. On July...

Five Named SEC Emerging Scholars at UM

By Erin Garrett University of Mississippi Three University of Mississippi doctoral students and two postdoctoral researchers have been selected as SEC Emerging Scholars.  The 2023-24 scholars are doctoral...

2023 Fourth of July Fireworks Show to be Shot from Oxford High School

This year's LOU Fourth of July Fireworks will once again take place at Oxford High School. The fireworks show will begin at 9 p.m. with...

Steak Cookoff, Kids’ Hot Dog Competition and More at Velvet Ditch Steak Classic

Kids and adults can show off their cooking skills this weekend at The Velvet Ditch Steak Classic. Organized by Oxonians Steve and Holly Jubera with...

Alumnus’ New Book Explores Life of Early American Naturalist, Artist 

By Erin Garrett University of Mississippi Outdoor and environmental author Patrick Dean will sign his new book, “Nature’s Messenger: Mark Catesby and His Adventures in a New World,”...

National Parks Services names UM instructor to humanities fellowship 

By Clara Turnage University of Mississippi For the next two years, University of Mississippi history instructor Beth Kruse will live and work in Vicksburg, delving into the untold...

Regional News: Batesville Men Sentenced to Prison for Robbery of Postal Worker

Three Batesville men were sentenced yesterday to over 10 years in prison for the armed robbery of a U.S. Postal Service contract carrier. According to...

Pregnancy Center Rebrands, Brings in New Director

Kelly Bell is the new executive director of The Pregnancy Center of Oxford. She took the helm on June 1. The Center has rebranded and...

Meet Candidates Event to be Held at the Yocona Community Center

The Yocona Community Center invites all Lafayette County and north Mississippi political candidates to come and present their platforms to the Yocona and Lafayette...

Gift Supports University’s Medical Center, Libraries

By Tina H. Hahn University of Mississippi A longtime Jackson physician and his wife left an estate gift of $640,000 to the University of Mississippi and...
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