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Lafayette takes 1-0 series lead in 12-inning thriller
By Ian Sparks Eagle intern If Wednesday’s Game 1 is any indication of how this series will go, it will be a good one. Lafayette took a crucial series lead after beating the Vancleave Bulldogs 8-7 in 12 innings in the 5A baseball state championships on Wednesday, May 22. The Commodores came into this championship […] The post Lafayette takes 1-0 series lead in 12-inning thriller appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Oxford Middle School hosts watch party with astronaut Epps
Oxford Middle School buzzed with excitement on Tuesday as students gathered for a special watch party featuring astronaut Jeanette Epps. The event, attended by several students from the school, connected Epps with 20 students from across the country, offering a rare and thrilling opportunity to learn directly from a pioneering figure in space exploration. In coordination […] The post Oxford Middle School hosts watch party with astronaut Epps appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Many robberies happening without guns
By Bonnie Brown Columnist A few nights ago, when I went into the bedroom to get ready for bed, I turned on the TV in there to listen to whatever program was on. However, the screen said I needed to do a “member login.” Whatever happened to merely clicking on the TV set and […] The post Many robberies happening without guns appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Memorial Day Weekend in Oxford a busy time
Courtesy of YAC While a long summer weekend can be a reason for people to start the vacation season there are a variety of activities this Memorial Day weekend in Oxford. The events cover a range of interests from sports, live music, literature, and culinary events. Leaning into the idea of a long weekend is […] The post Memorial Day Weekend in Oxford a busy time appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Jill Stevens named 2024 Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year
Jill Stevens was none the wiser when she arrived at the Oxford Conference Center for the Oxford-Lafayette Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Meeting Luncheon. She was there to eat some lunch and watch local business owners and citizens win awards. But then she saw family members sitting at her table and was a little confused. However, […] The post Jill Stevens named 2024 Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Tight beef cattle supplies push prices to 10-year high
By Susan Collins-Smith MSU Extension Service Beef cattle prices are the best they have been in nearly a decade for Mississippi’s producers, but they face some tough management challenges to ensure their operations are profitable. “Producers are encouraged by high cattle prices and seem optimistic going into 2024,” said Brandi Karisch, beef cattle specialist […] The post Tight beef cattle supplies push prices to 10-year high appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Towing fees for companies on city’s rotation list increased
The Oxford Board of Aldermen approved a bump Tuesday in the amount towing companies on the city’s towing rotation can charge. Last month the board approved a new ordinance for towing companies to help end “predatory towing practices” that included new regulations, requirements and a maximum amount companies can charge people whose cars they have […] The post Towing fees for companies on city’s rotation list increased appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Planet Fitness offers free summer membership to teens
By Ian Sparks Eagle Intern Summer is just starting for many high school students and what better way to kick off their break from school than with an exclusive offer to get fit. Planet Fitness is offering students 14 to 19 years old a High School Summer Pass. Students under the age of 18 can […] The post Planet Fitness offers free summer membership to teens appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Communicare: Local mental health facility continues to excel
By Ian Sparks Eagle Intern Lafayette County’s main mental healthcare provider Communicare served 2,673 people in-county over the last year, according to Executive Director Melody Madaris who spoke to the Board of Supervisors Monday morning. Madaris and Communicare also reported that the 2,673 individuals they served made up 44% of their total client base that […] The post Communicare: Local mental health facility continues to excel appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Baptist North Mississippi wins HeartFlow CT Quality Award
HeartFlow Inc., a leader in non-invasive artificial intelligence precision coronary care solutions, has recognized Baptist Memorial Hospital-North Mississippi with its HeartFlow CT Quality Award. The award recognizes medical centers for the quality and adoption of HeartFlow CT’s cardiovascular medical imaging program. Based on the Society of Cardiovascular Computed Tomography’s Imaging Guidelines, Baptist North Mississippi had […] The post Baptist North Mississippi wins HeartFlow CT Quality Award appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Memorialization gathering fcuses on bringing communities together
Community groups and individuals interested in memorialization and remembrance efforts are invited to attend the free conference, Memorialization Gathering in Mississippi and Beyond, being held in Oxford, during the weekend of June 7-9. Remembrance and memorialization projects include erecting historical markers detailing racial terror lynchings, holding soil collection ceremonies at lynching sites, and facilitating educational […] The post Memorialization gathering fcuses on bringing communities together appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Former high school financial secretary guilty of embezzlement
State Auditor Shad White announced Monday that Dana Walker, former H.W. Byers High School Financial Secretary, pleaded guilty to embezzlement. Walker was initially arrested in February of 2022 by the Marshall County School District Police. The case was then turned over to the Office of the State Auditor for further investigation. Walker embezzled approximately $39,471 […] The post Former high school financial secretary guilty of embezzlement appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Bid for final phase of West Oxford Loop Ext. approved
During its regular meeting, the Lafayette County Board of Supervisors approved a bid for the final phase of West Oxford Loop Extended Monday morning. Six companies submitted bids for the project that ranged from $7.8 million to about $8.5 million; however, two bids had to be rejected for being incomplete. By law, the county must […] The post Bid for final phase of West Oxford Loop Ext. approved appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Photo Gallery: Destination Car Show
Car enthusiasts from as far away as Texas gathered Saturday on the Square to show off their vehicles at the annual Destination Oxford Car Show. Visitors to the Square walked around and saw vintage cars from the 1950s, newer race cars, Jeeps, old pickups and more. Photos by Matt Nichols The post Photo Gallery: Destination Car Show appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
University of Mississippi buys Scruggs home
The University of Mississippi has purchased the former home of Dickie and Diane Scruggs. Located on Faulkner Woods Place, the 10,176-square-foot home sits on about 9 acres of property on the campus’s border. The university purchased the home and the surrounding acreage for $10 million. A recent appraisal showed the property being worth more than […] The post University of Mississippi buys Scruggs home appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Ole Miss grad spent four years helping to address food insecurity
As a freshman in 2020 at the University of Mississippi, Jackson McArthur decided he wanted to do some volunteer work. Being impressed with the Oxford Community Market, he knew he wanted to think of a way to help with food insecurity in the LOU community. He got an idea to take leftover food from sorority […] The post Ole Miss grad spent four years helping to address food insecurity appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
World Championship Old Time piano playing contest returns to Oxford
By Deb Wenger Guest contributor Get ready to tap your feet and experience the magic of timeless piano melodies as the World Championship Old Time Piano Playing Contest celebrates its 50th anniversary. This year, the event includes a lineup of pianists and a record-breaking $10,000 in prizes. The festivities kick off Thursday, May 23 […] The post World Championship Old Time piano playing contest returns to Oxford appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Internet outage caused by a ‘series of unfortunate events’
NE SPARC fiber internet customers lost their internet Wednesday night for several hours due to a “series of unfortunate events.” According to officials, much like North East Mississippi Electric Power Association gets its power from the Tennesse Valley Authority, NE SPARC uses outside providers for the internet. The primary provider they use, and multiple secondary […] The post Internet outage caused by a ‘series of unfortunate events’ appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Magician, puppeteer to perform at library this summer
First Regional Library is planning to add a little magic to the fun at the library this summer with FINDERS KEEPERS, featuring magic, puppets, fun and storytelling for children presented by award-winning performer, Dorian LaChance. LaChance and the kids will explore the many adventures that can be had at the library as a part of […] The post Magician, puppeteer to perform at library this summer appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Local authorities gather for police memorial service
By Ian Sparks Eagle Intern Representatives from Lafayette-Oxford-University law enforcement announced that no local officers were wounded or seriously injured within the past year. This announcement comes during Police Week and a day after National Peace Officers Memorial Day. The annual memorial service was held by the Lafayette County Law Enforcement Officers Association on […] The post Local authorities gather for police memorial service appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
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