Opening on September 6, Gamerz Den has quickly established themselves as an entity within Oxford. Gamerz Den serves as a space where gamers can convene to play their game of choice, order, or buy games. Gamerz Den specializes in non-electronic games such as Magic: The Gathering, Dungeons and…
Last month, Oxford Mayor Robyn Tannehill and District 1 Lafayette County Supervisor Kevin Fyre were invited to Washington, D.C. to participate in the Mississippi and Texas Local Leadership Conference.
During their regularly scheduled meeting Monday night, the Oxford Planning Commission approved the Eastover affordable housing complex.
Football and music have defined the life of Jimmy Weatherly. The former Ole Miss quarterback, who played under legendary coach Johnny Vaught, found tremendous success as a song writer in both California and in Nashville after his days in Oxford. His tremendous talent to cross over from genre…
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Jay Hughes celebrated the opening of his campaign office with an Open House & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber. Jay Hughes is a Christian, husband, father, military veteran, gun owner, pro-public education, and anti-government waste, and is willing to…
Despite growing up immersed in competitive cheer, owner of Wink Tumbling, Morgan Winkel never believed she would open a gym of her own.
The Oxford mayor and Board of Aldermen met Tuesday night to discuss the shelter and changing the route of the Christmas parade.
Today’s digestive health article shifts from the gastrointestinal side over to that of chronic liver disease. The most common thing people think of when they hear the words ‘liver disease’ or ‘cirrhosis’ is alcohol, and while alcohol abuse is a big cause of liver disease, many other diseases…
The Oxford mayor and Board of Aldermen met early Friday morning in a special meeting where they voted to extend the deadline when the new alcohol ordinance will go into effect.
Ribbon Cutting
Kevin Frye and Brooke Reeves celebrated their new partnership in Oxford with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of commerce. Frye Reeves operates a full-service Mississippi law firm, representing clients in both criminal defense and civil litigation. They…
Michael Satterfield, owner of Satterfield Pottery and potter, celebrated his new business location and the First Clear Creek Music and Arts Festival with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by The Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce. Satterfield Pottery is located at 2301 S. Lamar Blvd.
For many of the millions of dog owners in America, a dog offers “man’s best friend”-level companionship along with that age-old canine trait of loyalty. For others, dogs provide security, which for some can mean emotional support, and for others can mean physical safety from intruders and ot…
Oxford Police Department hosting National Seat Check Saturday event
The mayor and Board of Aldermen convened a special meeting to discuss the fate of the animal shelter currently under the supervision of the Oxford Lafayette Humane Society.
Twins, Marilyn and Katherine Hessler, are seniors at the University of Mississippi yet unlike most they own and operate a clothing boutique. I Just Have to Have It is located on the Oxford Square. The twins started their business in the summer of 2014, in Meridian, and opened their Oxford st…
Oxford Science Cafe is back this week with a special lecture from Jennifer Meyer on one of the many moons of Saturn.
Later this month, the city of Oxford’s annexation of property within Lafayette County will go into effect.
Delbert Hosemann
Ribbon Cuttings
The Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce hosted a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Castle & Cooke Mortgage as they opened their new office in Oxford, located at 829 North Lamar Blvd. Castle & Cooke Mortgage aims to provide one with preeminent service. That means industry-leading fu…
The Oxford mayor and Board of Aldermen convened a recess meeting Thursday morning to discuss the closing of the animal shelter and the implementation of the new bar ordinance.
Whether it’s game day in Oxford, or a crisp October day at a hunting camp, fall fashion has something to offer for everyone. Trends for the 2018 season include: animal print, rompers, neon colors, plaid, power red, sleek suits and leather everything. Local stores on are stocked and ready to …
The mayor and Board of Aldermen called a special meeting Tuesday afternoon to discuss the most recent delay in the construction of the forthcoming downtown parking garage.
As a community, our hearts are heavy for the loss of Sheriff Buddy East. The man who served Lafayette County as the top law enforcement officer for 46 years was loved by many. His dedication to service was beyond tremendous. It was exemplary. No matter what you thought of Buddy East, one thi…
9/11 Day of Remembrance
The Range at TGC Outdoors EDF Golf Classic to be Oct. 12
America has never been the same since the tragic events of Sept. 11, 2001. The first responders who came to the aid of those affected in New York, Washington D.C. and Pennsylvania are remembered each year in the annual 9/11 Day of Service & Remembrance. This year’s program is less than a…
Tuesday night, the Oxford Board of Aldermen voted to approve the implementation of the highly debated ordinance that will affect business in Oxford that sell alcohol for consumption on the premises.
Earlier this month, Kara Giles accepted the position of executive assistant to the mayor in City Hall.
Opening in Tupelo, in July of 2015, Specialty Orthopedic Group became one of the first practices in north Mississippi to create a subspecialty orthopedic practice.
Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi earns prestigious baby-friendly birth designation
The city of Oxford is considering an ad valorem tax increase for the upcoming fiscal year.
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) sent a letter to the Oxford Mayor and Board of Aldermen Tuesday afternoon urging them to vote no on the proposed ordinance that would affect any venue or restaurant that sells alcohol for consumption on the premises.
The Oxford Tourism Council met Wednesday morning in in the ballroom of the Courtyard Marriott to discuss tourism tax revenue and forthcoming projects.
The Oxford Board of Aldermen decided once again to table the vote on the highly controversial proposed ordinance affecting every establishment in the city limits that sells alcohol for consumption on the premises.
The official groundbreaking ceremony for the forthcoming downtown parking garage was held Monday morning.
Ribbon Cuttings
Specialty Orthopedic Group celebrated their new offices with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce. They are located at the new Baptist Memorial Hospital campus at Medical Plaza 1, Suite 330.Specialty Orthopedic Group specializes in orthopedic su…
Right Track Medical Group’s physician-led healthcare team celebrated their new Oxford office located at 1203 Medical Park Drive, with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony hosted by the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce. Their certified mental-health providers which include nurse practitioners…
Parking Garage Groundbreaking Monday
After four years of practicing dermatology in a partner practice, Dr. Lyndsay Shipp is set to open Dermatology Associates of Oxford in September of 2018. Located in the Oxford Commons, next to Southern Craft Stove & Tap, Dermatology Associates of Oxford will offer typical dermatological …
Mississippi collects internet sales tax, but it’s not being distributed among local governments.
Thacker 564 is an excellent destination for anyone wanting to escape the Square, but still be treated to quality food and beverage service, and local live musical entertainment.
Christmas in Branson
Thursday afternoon, Visit Oxford held a meeting in the Oxford Conference center where they showed the first video and administered the first quiz that will be part of the forthcoming Share Oxford video series.
People in rural parts of Mississippi are simply fed up with not having any internet or phone service.
The Oxford Board of Aldermen convened Monday to go through one of the longest agenda the board has worked through in years.
Cindy Semmes is the executive assistant to Mayor Robyn Tannehill.
