Oxford, MS News

FEMA has revised flood maps for the Yocona and Little Tallahatchie watersheds in Lafayette County. Residents are encouraged to review their property’s new flood zone and attend an open house on Aug. 11.

Students are starting to move into Ole Miss as the campus kicks off the new academic year. Staff and students observed busy activity on campus.

The Oxford Fire Department recently held a training exercise focused on rescuing a victim trapped under a skid steer loader.

The annual ‘Bit of the Sip’ weekend in Oxford drew residents and visitors for food, drinks, and community celebrations, benefiting local charities.

Students from Oxford District finished the Public Library Summer Reading Program, according to district officials.

Volunteers dedicated to supporting the community assisted in restocking clothing closets today, officials say.

The Batesville Driver Service Bureau is closed for repairs for the rest of the day and will reopen tomorrow morning at 8 a.m., according to officials.

The bridge on County Road 252 south of County Road 250 will be closed for several days for repairs, officials say.

A house fire on County Road 369 in Lafayette County resulted in one fatality early Tuesday morning. Authorities are investigating the cause.

Wilkerson, Lopez, and Gaddis start training at the police academy as they embark on a new career path.