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Senators Introduce Ole Miss 175th Anniversary Resolution

U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.), joined by Ole Miss alumni U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), today introduced a resolution commemorating...

Restaurants Reminded to Comply with Mandates or Lose Outdoor Dining

The Oxford Board of Aldermen held a special meeting Monday to decide on guidelines on when to revoke the ability for restaurants to take part in outdoor dining if they've received citations for violating mandates in place for social distancing requirements.

Oxford Aldermen Reopen Avent Park Playground

When the Oxford Board of Aldermen reopened city playgrounds in August, they did not reopen the playground at Avent Park. However, there was nothing put in place to bar children from jumping on the equipment.

Most U.S. senators running in 2020 have agreed to debate. Cindy Hyde-Smith has not.

By Adam Ganucheau and Geoff PenderMississippi Today Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith is one of just nine incumbent U.S. senators running for re-election this year who...

Campus Groups Work to Encourage Voter Registration Ahead of Oct. 5 Deadline

By Ian JeansonneHottyToddy Internhottytoddynews@gmail.com A local organization at the University of Mississippi is educating students about voter registration ahead of the fast-approaching Oct. 5 deadline...

Photo Gallery: City Honors Former Mayor George “Patt” Patterson With Portrait

On Friday morning, folks gathered around the steps of City Hall to witness the unveiling of the new portrait of former Oxford mayor George “Patt” Patterson.

Mask Mandate Is Extended for Oxford; Capacity Is Raised for Businesses

The Board of Aldermen voted in a special meeting Thursday afternoon to keep masks mandatory in all indoor spaces such as restaurants, banks, bars and stores in the city of Oxford.

Ford Center Hosts Public Hearing On Medical Marijuana Initiatives

By Dayna DrakeHottyToddy internhottytoddynews@gmail.com Voting is on the horizon and not just for who will serve as the next President. This year, Mississippians will also...

University/Hwy 7 Intersection Awarded $4M for Upgrades

The busy intersection of Highway 7 and University Avenue may soon be made safer thanks to the work of local and state officials pushing for the much-needed funding.

Absentee Voting Began Monday in Mississippi; Learn if You Qualify

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

Halloween A Go; Aldermen Relax Some COVID-19 Restrictions

On Tuesday, the Oxford Board of Aldermen recommended safety guidelines for people hanging out candy and for the little ones on the receiving end of the sweet treats.