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UM Sociology Graduate Student Gets National Science Foundation Internship

A University of Mississippi sociology graduate student will spend 10 weeks this summer assisting a National Science Foundation program in developing a communication strategy. Bay Springs native...

Applying for Financial Aid is Hard, A New Rule Could Make it Harder

The onerous application working-class students in Mississippi must complete to receive college loans and grants could require an extra step under a new rule proposed by the state office that oversees financial aid.

Etta Man Faces 4th DUI Charge

The Lafayette County Sheriff's Department arrested an Etta man Thursday for allegedly driving under the influence for the fourth time.

Harmontown Man Charged with Stealing Vehicle

The Lafayette County Sheriff's Department arrested a Harmontown man recently for allegedly stealing a vehicle. Deputies took a report of a stolen vehicle on May...

OPD K9 Jack Honored Posthumously for His Service

The Oxford Board of Aldermen recently recognized the hard work and dedication of Oxford Police Department K9 Jack, who died in December.

Starkville Man Faces Several Felony Charges in Oxford

A Starkville man was arrested this week on several felony charges by the Oxford Police Department after linking him to at least two vehicle burglaries in Oxford.

Oxford Man Charged With Theft of a Tractor

The Oxford Police Department was dispatched to the 2100 block of OldTaylor Road on Monday for the theft of a tractor. Officers were able...

Saltillo Man Arrested for Cyberstalking

The Oxford Police Department arrested a Saltillo man recently for cyberstalking. According to a report, on Wednesday, OPD took a report from an individual claiming...

Jail Escapee Seen in Lafayette County; Considered Armed and Dangerous

A man who escaped from Quitman County Jail on May 9 has been seen in Lafayette County, according to the Lafayette County Sheriff's Department.

Oxford School District Offers Free Summer Meals to All Children

Free breakfast and lunch meals will be provided for all area children by the Oxford School District this summer.