Oxford, MS News

Tyler Avenue will be closed between South Lamar and South 14th Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday for a concrete pour, authorities say.

Two dogs have gone missing on County Road 202. Authorities urge the public to contact the sheriff’s office with any information.

The bridge on County Road 252 south of County Road 250 has reopened after earlier closure, authorities say.

Pet owners are urged to watch for Ozzie, a missing dog, and contact authorities if spotted. Details about the dog’s whereabouts remain unclear.

Oregon School District reports power and phone outages at its Central Office, prompting an apology for the inconvenience.

Six officers and a coordinator at the Oklahoma City Police Department earned American Red Cross CPR instructor certification to enhance department readiness.

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.