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Oxford Leaders Say ‘Yes’ to Extended Alcohol Sales on Super Bowl Sunday

By Alyssa Schnugg News editor alyssa.schnugg@hottytoddy.com Fans who will be watching the Super Bowl at one of Oxford's many restaurants next month will be able to buy...

MHP Reports 2 Fatal Wrecks on MS Highways During Holiday Weekend

The Mississippi Highway Patrol reported two fatal wrecks that resulted in the death of two people on state highways over the New Year's Eve holiday weekend.

Oxford Fiber Festival to Move Opening Reception Online

With safety and sustainability in mind, the Oxford Fiber Festival has decided to move its opening reception from the Powerhouse Community Arts Center to an online platform.

Pediatric Mental Health Care Need Rises, UMMC Researcher Finds

The demand for pediatric mental health care services increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, a study including University of Mississippi Medical Center experts found.

Journey to the Sugar Bowl

By Savannah Woods When I look ahead to an exciting and anticipated Sugar Bowl appearance for the Ole Miss Rebels, I cannot help but reflect on...

Heavy Rain, Severe Thunderstorms Possible on New Year’s Day

By Alyssa Schnugg News editor alyssa.schnugg@hottytoddy.com Lafayette County now has an Enhanced Risk for severe weather on New Year's Day, according to the National Weather Service. Heavy rain...

Top 5 Ole Miss Fashion Trends for 2021

By Erin Foley Hottytoddy Fashion Contributor In the world of Ole Miss fashion, 2021 was absolutely a year of trends. I believe in finding your personal...

New Year’s Holiday Closings, Schedules

Due to the New Year's Day holiday, most local, state and federal government offices will be closed Friday.

Chronically ill people suffer as Mississippi politicians quibble over medical marijuana

As politicians haggle over grams and taxes, THC levels and canopy space, license fees and excises, thousands of chronically ill Mississippi patients and families who believed they would have access to medical marijuana months ago per the will of the voters feel lost in the shuffle.

MHP to ‘Intensely’ Enforce Safe Travel Over New Year Weekend

The Mississippi Highway Patrol will intensify enforcement efforts for the 2021-2022 New Years Holiday Travel Period, which will begin on Thursday at 6 a.m. and conclude on Sunday at midnight.