News & Views

MDOT Suspends Work, Offers Tips for Holiday Travel

‘Tis the season for holiday travel.

​LCFD Adds New Pierce Mini-Pumper to Fleet

As the need for EMS and rescue responses has risen alongside the population of Lafayette County, the Lafayette County Fire Department has looked into opportunities to expand and update its firefighting equipment.

University’s Head Landscaper Honored by Professional Society

By Mitchell Diggs University of Mississippi The Professional Grounds Management Society has recognized the University of Mississippi's director of landscape services for his efforts to develop...

OPD Charges Two With Multiple Counts of Vehicle Burglary

The Oxford Police Department received several reports of vehicle burglaries throughout multiple housing complexes on Dec. 11.

Bonnie Brown: Q&A with Jean and Rusty Pinion

The latest interview in the Ole Miss Retirees features Jean and Rusty Pinion. The organization’s mission is to enable the university’s faculty and staff retirees to maintain...

Lucy Gebhardt: Child Actor to Ole Miss Senior

By Carleigh Holt HottyToddy Intern Many people wish to be in the spotlight and walk the red carpet. For Ole Miss senior Lucy Gebhardt, that dream...

Former OHS Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Battery; Awaits Sentencing

A former Oxford High School chemistry teacher could soon be serving three years in prison.

Mistilis Retires After Twenty-Four Years at Oxford School District

Cathie Mistilis, the Accounts Payable Clerk, is retiring from the school district after 24 years of service.

Record Support Greets Harvest Supper’s Return

By Jonathan Scott University of Mississippi The annual Harvest Supper fundraiser set new records for attendance and private support for the University of Mississippi Museum and Historic...

Benedict Promoted at Origin Bank in Oxford

Emily Benedict has been promoted to the position of Mortgage Loan Officer at Origin Bank in Oxford.