Southern Experience

Ferguson: Dear Beckham

A heartfelt Christmas reflection reminding us that the season’s real magic comes from generosity, kindness, and becoming joy for others.

Hotty Toddy News Services - December 14, 2025

Christmas is Year Round at Oxford Food Pantry

The Oxford Pantry has been helping local residents who need it with food items for over 30 years. From fresh meats to canned soups...

Perkins: Summer Abroad in Jordan Taught Life Lessons

One of my favorite words in Arabic is “صوّت” which means to vote and comes from the root word that means “voice.” So, according...

Della Davidson Playground Project Nearing Goal Date

It's the season of giving, and a local elementary school is almost to its deadline to raise enough money for a better playground for...

The Blake Retirement, Assisted Living Facility Expected for Fall 2015

Oxford has flourished in recent years as the university has grown, but the small town also has become a great place to retire and...

Video: This Mind-Blowing Life Hack Will Take You to Another Level

Resident expert* Dr. Moon Pie Curtis shares his wisdom with the HottyToddy.com masses with this amazing life hack that will absolutely destroy everything you...

Finding the Real Christmas Today with Rev. Eddie Willis

This is an Oxonian Christmas story. Reverend Eddie Willis is an born and raised Oxonian who moved back to his hometown five years ago....

'Jingle Bell Rock' Brings Great Christmas Spirit to Ford Center

The Ford Center had a great sound of holiday cheer through the auditorium Sunday night as the cast of Jingle Bell Rock took the...

Infographic: 8 Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating

The content and information below is republished with permission from the Cleveland Clinic. Research studies show that most adults gain some weight over the holidays....

Gregory: Remembering Mary Ann

From her first days at Ole Miss, Mary Ann Mobley was vivacious, glamorous and very down-to-earth. She was the ultimate beauty queen with a...

NMCC Gives 6 Foundation Scholarships

The Northwest Mississippi Community College Foundation has awarded more than $500,000 in scholarships to approximately 600 students for the 2014-15 academic year. This represents...