Oxford, MS News

With six days remaining, preparations are underway for the upcoming school year, officials say.

The Oxford School District held a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week for the Dr. D.B. Sanders Memorial Recreational Area, aiming to honor the late educator’s legacy and foster community engagement.

Mississippi Highway Patrol participates in social media trend at gas stations to emphasize safety and law enforcement presence.

K9 Rip from Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office spent the evening at Lafayette Lower Elementary, engaging with students and community members.

A water main break on North Lamar Blvd is impacting several neighborhoods, prompting repair efforts and advising residents to be patient.

Oxford Chargers invite community members to support their activities and athletics at the annual Boosters and Blues event, with ticket and sponsorship information forthcoming.

Oxford School District announced all students will receive free tickets to regular-season home athletic events this year. Students can claim their tickets online using their MSIS numbers.

Middle and high school students and fans can purchase all-sports passes for the 2026-2027 season, granting access to all home games.

The City of Oxford is preparing for an influx of students by ramping up recycling efforts, with notable growth in curbside participation.

Oxford is constructing a new board room at its Development Services Complex, offering a venue for public meetings and free parking nearby.