Oxford, MS News

While students ate lunch at Oxford Middle School, Cotton Culinary Company delivered 200 boxed meals as a donation. The school expressed gratitude for the generosity.

The district will gradually reopen schools following community recovery efforts from recent ice storm, prioritizing safety and operational readiness.

The Mississippi Department of Transportation will keep the northbound I-55 closed until the right lane is cleared of black ice, which accumulated overnight.

Videos captured from helicopters on January 28 illustrate the hazardous driving conditions caused by ice. Authorities urge caution as they monitor the situation.

The northbound lanes of I-55 from Batesville to Sardis are now open as crews continue ongoing work in the area, according to officials.

A new, secure online platform has been established for donations to aid recovery efforts in Oxford and Lafayette County, according to officials.

The clerk’s office at City Hall will be open during regular hours today, according to officials.

Officials provided an update on January 28th, highlighting significant progress while acknowledging ongoing efforts.

Fuel tankers have been deployed to ensure the continued operation of essential equipment during a supply shortage, according to sources.

Mayor Tannehill is expected to deliver an update soon, available on local channels and OXMS.NET.