Southern Experience

Ferguson: Dear Beckham

A heartfelt Christmas reflection reminding us that the season’s real magic comes from generosity, kindness, and becoming joy for others.

Hotty Toddy News Services - December 14, 2025

Oxford Stories: UM Students Work Together To Get Dogs Adopted

Ole Miss student Maddie Emery gathered over 20 volunteers to help out at the Humane Society Nov. 4. After adopting a dog of her...

Heaton: How to Give Directions Like a Southerner

One of the great, and quietly fading, pleasures is getting driving directions from a Southerner. GPS technology makes it impossible to get lost- it’s...

Vassallo: A Conversation with Archie Manning

I had the pleasure last week to talk with Archie about Oxford, LSU and the recent football game with Arkansas. Ole Miss' greatest ambassador...

Irvin C. Walker: First African-American to Attend Ole Miss Without a Court Order

1961 was a troubled and dangerous time for young black men in Jackson, Mississippi. Despite KKK activity and White Citizens' Council policing black and white...

Spread the Holiday Cheer by Giving Back in Oxford

Well into November, the holidays are returning. The Oxonians are heading into the seasons filled with giving and joy. Seeing people from Oxford unite year...

Triplette: Freedom Lovers, Beware and Be Resolved

My heart is breaking. Again. Last Friday, ISIS-affiliated terrorists systematically murdered innocent people going about the business of enjoying a beautiful autumn Friday night in...

George Moak Earns Rank of Eagle Scout in Oxford’s Troop 45

After collecting 473 pairs of shoes for Guatemala children, earning 48 Merit Badges, George Franklin Moak became's Oxford's newest Eagle Scout following ceremonies at...

Carol Coker Prepares For Miss Mississippi Title

They danced, pranced, sang and strutted for the judges to earn the crown, but in the end, it was Carol Coker who took the...

Onward to One Hundred

On Sunday, Nov. 15, at 6 p.m., Wellspring Community Church will have their first service in their newly expanded worship facility, located at 119...

Add One To The Bucket List: Study Abroad

Every year, large masses of students flood into the farthest corners of Europe, Australia, Africa and all over Asia to check off a major...