Oxford, MS News

DeSoto Central will host the On the Road Again event on Feb. 7 and 8, with games scheduled at 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. respectively.

Oklahoma High School’s volleyball teams will face Madison Central at OHS Gymnasium on Thursday evening. Matches start at 5 p.m.

The alley behind Ajax Diner will be closed Tuesday morning for repairs, prompting drivers to seek alternate routes.

The town of Oxford is highlighting its artistic community with a new video series, starting with an interview with local artist Peyton Hutchinson.

Neely Taylor, 23, was taken into custody after testing positive for narcotics and endangering her children, according to sheriff’s office reports.

K9 teams Beka and Lilo participated in ongoing search and rescue exercises at Lafayette Career and Technical Center, highlighting their vital role in emergency response.

Hardie Meeks, Jr., the Oxford School District safety coordinator, has authored a children’s book focused on service, safety, and community engagement.

The Oxford School District assisted the Aberdeen School District in updating its crisis response strategies, emphasizing the importance of collaboration for student safety.

Keddrick Redmond has been recognized by the Oxford Police Department for his dedication and positive attitude in serving the community.

Therese Apel led a media management class this week for Oxford police officers, emphasizing effective communication strategies.