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Aldermen Hear Request for Shopping Center District

The Oxford Board of Aldermen heard the first of three readings for a zoning change on nearly 25 acres of land Tuesday night, from...

Aldermen Reverse Shaw House Property Demolition

The Oxford Board of Aldermen voted unanimously tonight to repeal the Historic Preservation Commission’s decision allowing developers to demolish four structures on the Shaw...

What You Need to Know: The New Voter ID Law

Since evolving into one of the hot topics of 2011, voter ID legislation has been a cauldron stewing with political controversy. Supporters believe the new...

Grove Sidewalks Replaced, Widened to Accommodate Large Crowds

Traffic in The Grove apparently merits a new super high way, or at least a super sidewalk, from the Meek School of Journalism and...

Checker's Demolition Makes Way for New Oxford Hotel

Demolition of the former Checker's location at the Four Corners intersection off the Oxford Square (University Ave. and South Lamar Blvd.) began today to...

VIDEO >> Saying Goodbye to Sparky Reardon

This spring one of the most well-known administrators on campus retires after more than 30 years of service. Dean of Students Sparky Reardon is...

The Oyster Beds of Pontotoc County

By: Tom Freeland, HottyToddy.com, Blogger Today, I took a kid (as a treat for two weeks great weeks at school) to fossil beds in Pontotoc...

UM Doctoral Student Develops Common Core Project for Oxford Teachers

Two large trunks packed with binders and hand-crafted games may seem like an unlikely donation, but at least two teachers at Oxford Elementary School...

Neighbors Appeal Shaw House Property Demolition

Neighbors William and Polina Wheeler are appealing the Historic Preservation Commission's decision that approved demolition of four structures on the Shaw House property. The appeal...

Wicker: Backs Legislation Supporting Mississippi's Great Outdoors, Sporting Heritage

Mississippi's natural beauty and abundant wildlife make our state a vibrant place for sportsmen and recreationalists. Hunting, fishing, and outdoor activities are not...