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Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ Star Who Filmed in Mississippi, Dies at 86

Patrick Stewart, known for Star Trek and X-Men, died at 86. His Mississippi connections included filming Logan and narrating a Delta State planetarium show.
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Domestic Disturbance, K9 Search and More in Today's Crime Report

Oxford police responded to the following calls: Two 911 hang up, four alarms, ambulance assist, animal complaint, two disturbing the peace, domestic disturbance, two fire...

TEDxUniversityofMississippi Brings 'Ideas Worth Spreading' to UM Feb. 3

The University of Mississippi will host its third TEDxUniversity of Mississippi conference Feb. 3 at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts with seven speakers...

Willie Morris Slept Here: Author's Old Home Is Up for Sale in Oxford

When Oxford journalist Liz Barrett Foster first laid eyes on the pretty, white bungalow-style house at 103 Victory Hill Lane in early 2009, she...

Petit Larceny, Shoplifting and More in Today's Crime Report

Oxford police responded to the following calls: Six alarms, two animal complaint, three disturbing the peace, two fire department assist, improper parking, motorist assist, petit...

Thursday's Top Tune Throwback: The Bee Gees' "Stayin Alive"

One of the most successful bands of all time, upon being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1997, their Hall...

University Offers Variety of Test Prep Opportunities in 2018

The University of Mississippi's Office of Professional Development and Lifelong Learning is offering numerous test preparation options this spring for local students and community...

John Cofield's Oxford and Ole Miss: The Taylor Depot

Taylor's was the name that appeared on the end of the depot, but to most Lafayette countians, it is simply Taylor. At the time this...

Wayne Perkins, Farm Bureau Insurance Ready for Another Busy Year

Farm Bureau is preparing for a busy year in Lafayette County and getting plans together for all types of advertising to promote the company’s...

Counterfeit Currency, Trespassing and More in Today's Crime Report

Oxford police responded to the following calls: Two alarms, two careless driving, civil matter, three disturbing the peace, two improper parking, lost property, motor vehicle...

UM Sets Annual Black History Month Observances

Clint Smith, National Poetry Slam champion and Individual World Poetry Slam finalist, is the keynote speaker for Black History Month observances Feb. 26 at...
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