News & Views

Final Virtual Series of Conversations on Threats to Democracy Wednesday

The League of Women Voters Oxford/North Mississippi completes its series of free virtual community conversations this week about the threats to democracy in the United States.

Gov. Tate Reeves Jumps into Bitter Capitol Income Tax Fight

Just two days before a key legislative deadline, Gov. Tate Reeves confidently stated that lawmakers would vote to eliminate the state income tax that generates about one-third of Mississippi’s general fund revenue.

Robinsonville Man Charged With Several Counts of Fraud

A Robinsonville man was arrested recently on several charges of fraud.

Oxford Man Arrested After Domestic Disturbance

An Oxford man was arrested recently after a domestic disturbance.

Oxford Man Faces Burglary Charge

An Oxford man was arrested recently for allegedly breaking into his ex's apartment.

Coworker Dispute Leads to Shooting

A Batesville woman was arrested recently for allegedly shooting at a car.

Walnut Man Arrested on Warrant

A Walnut man was arrested on a felony charge by the Oxford Police Department recently.

Oxford Students Advance to State Fair

Seven Oxford High students will advance to the state science and engineering fair on April 1 after earning top awards at the Region VII Science and Engineering Fair.

Two-Plus Years Later, UMMC remains Leader in COVID-19 Response

When the first COVID-19 patient arrived in March 2020 at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, the state’s only safety net hospital was already honing its focus on the global public health emergency.

Lawmakers Pass Largest Teacher Pay Raise in Mississippi History

The state House on Tuesday passed the largest teacher pay raise in state history — one that kept growing as the House and Senate haggled — on to the governor.