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November 7, 2011
Election day live coverage

Starting at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, students in the Meek School of Journalism and New Media will be covering election-related events in Oxford and Lafayette County. Check the blog regularly to see what’s happening at the polls--and join in the Twitter conversation using the hashtag #OxfordElection.

Starting at 10 a.m. Tuesday, students in the Meek School of Journalism and New Media will be covering election-related events in Oxford and Lafayette County.

Check the Mississippi Election Day blog often to see what’s happening at the polls, what political experts have to say about the most significant races and issues, how the party faithful are spending the final hours and what’s driving voters to cast their ballots.

February 8, 2012
County agrees to foot its end of the bill for tennis complex

The University of Mississippi and Oxford and Lafayette County have been struggling with the details of how to expand the John Leslie Tennis Facility for over a year now.
Earlier this week, the board of aldermen announced that each side has come to an agreement.
The facility currently holds eight courts. However, park officials began looking for an expansion to 20 courts, viewing deck and clubhouse back in September 2010. The project would have cost $3 million, according to Oxford Park Commission director Rob Boyd.
While the city and Ole Miss have been on board for several months, the county board of supervisors has held up the project for financial reasons.
The three finally agreed on a scaled-down project, which elements the deck and clubhouse, for $550,000 coming from Ole Miss, Oxford and Lafayette County.
The plan now calls for 12 new courts and a building to house bathrooms, storage and a small meeting room for teams.
The $1.65 million for expansion of the tennis courts will also be used to help renovate the two city-owned baseball fields, with any funds left over going toward construction of new baseball fields.

The University of Mississippi and Oxford and Lafayette County have been struggling with the details of how to expand the John Leslie Tennis Facility for over a year now.
Earlier this week, the board of aldermen announced that each side has come to an agreement.
The facility currently holds eight courts. However, park officials began looking for an expansion to 20 courts, viewing deck and clubhouse back in September 2010. The project would have cost $3 million, according to Oxford Park Commission director Rob Boyd.

January 30, 2012
Local schools save money through green initiative

The Oxford and Lafayette County school systems have found a way to save money in an economy that has everyone looking for ways to save a buck or two.
Over the past two years, eight schools in Oxford and Lafayette County have participated in the TVA Green School Initiative Program, which involves making behavioral changes to save electricity. There are 12 steps the schools complete throughout the program.

The Oxford and Lafayette County school systems have found a way to save money in an economy that has everyone looking for ways to save a buck or two.
Over the past two years, eight schools in Oxford and Lafayette County have participated in the TVA Green School Initiative Program, which involves making behavioral changes to save electricity. There are 12 steps the schools complete throughout the program.

November 17, 2011
United Way celebrates birthday and fundraising

The United Way of Oxford and Lafayette County will celebrate its 41st birthday on Nov. 17.

 

The United Way of Oxford and Lafayette County will celebrate its 41st birthday on Nov. 17.

For years, the United Way fundraising committee has combined its efforts with different companies, agencies and individuals in the Oxford, Lafayette County and university area that are willing to contribute to make a difference in their community.

November 15, 2011
Baptist still discussing new hospital

Oxford residents will soon have access to a state-of-the-art hospital. The North Mississippi installation of Baptist Memorial Hospital continues to finalize plans to build a new hospital within city limits. The site selection process is nearing its end as the number of potential sites is narrowed down.

October 12, 2011
CodeRed hopes to alert citizens

CodeRED, a new weather warning system, will be implemented in Oxford and Lafayette County.
The Lafayette County Board of Supervisors voted to approve a three-year contract with CodeRED’s operating company for approximately $21,000 this past Monday. This payment includes the company’s participation in the emergency notification system for the first year.

September 18, 2011
Chamber of Commerce starts Ambassador Program

The Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce announced the inauguration of its new ambassador program in September.
The program began this year as a group of volunteers from the Chamber of Commerce membership, who helped enhance communication with chamber members and business professionals to help them to get the most out of their membership investment and benefits.

September 9, 2011
First ever 9-11 day of service and remembrance to be held Sunday

 

Volunteer Oxford, a new volunteer center, is working to turn Sept. 11, a day that most associate with terrorism and fear, into a day symbolizing heroism and strength.

August 31, 2011
Is the Square getting too crowded?

In an effort to promote safety in Oxford, officials met last week to discuss the city’s growing pains.

 

In an effort to promote safety in Oxford, officials met last week to discuss the city’s growing pains.

August 24, 2011
Top 5 things to do at Ole Miss

Ole Miss has always been a hot spot for fun and entertainment for students and the Oxford community.
From its Southern tailgating traditions to its culturally-influenced background, it’s easy to see why.
However, this year I encourage every Rebel to step outside of his or her “football comfort zone” and explore some of the other great things Ole Miss has to offer.
So with that, I present you a list of the top five things to do at Ole Miss this year.
1. Join an organization

June 21, 2011
Miss University preps for Miss Mississippi

 

Inspire. Serve. Transform. It’s funny how three simple words can mean so much to one person. As current Miss University Katherine Barkett prepares for the Miss Mississippi pageant on June 29, these are not only the words she lives by — they are the words that have shaped her pageant career. 

April 28, 2011
Bicycle enthusiasts come together for charity

The annual Double Decker Spring Ride will be held on Saturday, Apr. 30, in conjunction with the Double Decker Arts Festival.

The Oxford Cycling Club will host the event, along with the help of the Oxford Bicycle Company and Active Oxford.

In order to allow people to participate in both the Double Decker Spring Run and the Spring Ride, the board of directors has decided to move the starting time of the ride from 8:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.

The starting line has been moved as well.

April 5, 2011
Leadership program helps high school students improve leadership skills

A select few area high school sophomores have spent most of this semester volunteering.

A select few area high school sophomores have spent most of this semester volunteering.

The Junior Leadership Program, sponsored by the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce, was designed for sophomores in Oxford and Lafayette County schools that show great leadership ability.  

The program is focused on improving those skills with hopes that the students will have a positive influence on the community in the future.

March 22, 2011
Biggest community service project in UM history set for Saturday

The Big Event has owned up to its name by exceeding the Associated Student Body’s expectations by more than 200, making the event the biggest volunteer effort in University of Mississippi history.

The Big Event has owned up to its name by exceeding the Associated Student Body’s expectations by more than 200, making the event the biggest volunteer effort in University of Mississippi history.

ASB president Virginia Burke said the event has exceeded the groups’ expectation of 1,000 volunteers, and she hopes the project exceeds expectations as well.

February 21, 2011
Lafayette County population 22 percent larger since 2000, still growing

The recent U.S. census data numbers show that Oxford and Lafayette County have experienced significant population growth in the last 10 years.

The recent U.S. census data numbers show that Oxford and Lafayette County have experienced significant population growth in the last 10 years.

The Lafayette County population grew 22.2 percent from 2000 to 2010, making it the fastest growing non-metropolitan county in the state. The county went from a population of 38,744 residents in 2000 to 47,351 in 2010.

February 17, 2011
Women of Distinction luncheon rescheduled for March

The Women of Distinction luncheon originally scheduled for Nov. 9, 2010, has been rescheduled due to a lack of nominees and time to have them nominated.

The Women of Distinction luncheon originally scheduled for Nov. 9, 2010, has been rescheduled due to a lack of nominees and time to have them nominated.

The event, now planned for March 8, is hosted by the Girl Scouts Heart of the South and FNC. The luncheon will honor distinguished women of Lafayette, Grenada, Yalobusha and Panola Counties.  

February 2, 2011
Squirrels to blame for winter power outages

The next time the electricity goes out, try to look at the bright side: You are still better off than the squirrel that just died.

The next time the electricity goes out, try to look at the bright side: You are still better off than the squirrel that just died.

Each winter, dozens of squirrels and other small animals are killed on Oxford and Lafayette County’s power lines. Keith Hayward, assistant manager of North East Mississippi Electric Power, said the animals are drawn to the heat put off by the equipment.

February 1, 2011
LOU program aimed at healthy lifestyles, not just losing weight

Over 600 Oxford and Lafayette County citizens are participating in a free program called “Healthy You, Healthy L.O.U.,” which promotes a healthy lifestyle.

Over 600 Oxford and Lafayette County citizens are participating in a free program called “Healthy You, Healthy L.O.U.,” which promotes a healthy lifestyle.

The program is conducted by Baptist Memorial Hospital, the United Way of Oxford/Lafayette County and the Oxford-Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce.

January 28, 2011
Baptist Memorial to relocate from South Lamar

Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi announced it will be seeking a new location at a public meeting held in the Oxford Conference Center on Monday.

Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi announced it will be seeking a new location at a public meeting held in the Oxford Conference Center on Monday.

The meeting was held between officials of Baptist Memorial Hospital, Oxford’s Board of Alderman and Lafayette County Board of Supervisors.

January 28, 2011
Miss. ranks first in obesity...again

Once again, the state of Mississippi ranks as the fattest state in America– for the seventh year running.

Once again, the state of Mississippi ranks as the fattest state in America– for the seventh year running.

The Mississippi State Medical Association (MSMA) released its third annual Public Heath Report Card. The report ranks Mississippi comparatively to the rest of the nation in various health issues.

The state ranked No. 1 in five categories, including adult obesity, adults reporting no physical activity in the past month and heart disease.

November 1, 2010
Oxford Christmas Store works toward 35th year

The Oxford-University Rotary Club will partner with the Interfaith Compassion Ministry (ICM) to help provide a Christmas for more than 700 children.

 

The Oxford-University Rotary Club will partner with the Interfaith Compassion Ministry (ICM) to help provide a Christmas for more than 700 children.

 

October 19, 2010
YAC awarded grant for Powerhouse renovations

The Mississippi Arts Commission awarded a grant to the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council for the amount of $94,400 to further renovations at the Powerhouse. The Arts Council is the official arts agency for the city of Oxford and Lafayette County.

 

The Mississippi Arts Commission awarded a grant to the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council for the amount of $94,400 to further renovations at the Powerhouse. The Arts Council is the official arts agency for the city of Oxford and Lafayette County.

 

October 17, 2010
Young Life works in lives of area high school students

 

The local Young Life organization uses their ministry to help work in the lives of Oxford and Lafayette high school students by creating relationships. 

 

The local Young Life organization uses their ministry to help work in the lives of Oxford and Lafayette high school students by creating relationships. 

 

October 10, 2010
TEA Party to host judges' forum

To inform voters on the county judges, the Oxford TEA Party is hosting a judges’ forum, featuring all nine judges who are seeking election Nov. 2, at 7 p.m. tonight at the Oxford Convention Center.

 

To inform voters on the county judges, the Oxford TEA Party is hosting a judges’ forum, featuring all nine judges who are seeking election Nov. 2, at 7 p.m. tonight at the Oxford Convention Center.

 

September 27, 2010
Oxford-Lafayette School of Applied Technology considers changes to curriculum

In order to better prepare students for the ever-changing needs of today’s workforce, the Oxford-Lafayette School of Applied Technology has started an advisory committee to explore changes in the curriculum or structure of the school.

 

In order to better prepare students for the ever-changing needs of today’s workforce, the Oxford-Lafayette School of Applied Technology has started an advisory committee to explore changes in the curriculum or structure of the school.