Oxford, MS News

Westbound lanes of Highway 6 near Thompson Machinery are temporarily shut down, prompting drivers to seek alternate routes.

Law enforcement officials alert the public about financial scams targeting families of incarcerated individuals, emphasizing that officials will never request payments over the phone or digital platforms.

A dog has been reported missing from Abbeville since Tuesday. Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating the pet.

The Daily Mississippian highlights Ja’Marius Ivy, a 2025 graduate of Oxford High School, in a recent story.

The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation and Capitol Police Crime Scene Unit participated in a career fair at Yazoo City High School, inspiring students interested in forensics and investigations.

Authorities are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man involved in a jewelry theft at a Tupelo Walmart, with over $5,000 worth of items stolen.

Authorities are searching for a man suspected of breaking into a Tupelo business on West Jackson Street. Crime Stoppers offers a reward for tips.

Oxford police are inviting the community to a retirement event honoring Lieutenant Mark Hodges, who is retiring after years of service.

Lieutenant Mark Hodges was recognized for his nearly 25 years of service to the Oxford Police Department during a city board meeting.

Events for National Girls & Women in Sports Day were postponed due to an ice storm but are being celebrated today, honoring female student-athletes.