Oxford, MS News

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.

Emergency personnel are on the scene at the intersection of County Road 369 and County Road 368, advising drivers to avoid the area due to road closures.

The northbound and southbound lanes on County Road 369 are shut down near the Cr 368 intersection, prompting officials to advise drivers to avoid the area.

A house fire on County Road 369 in Lafayette County has resulted in one death, with investigations ongoing, authorities reported.