Oxford, MS News

Students in Lafayette County are heading back to class, prompting more buses, pedestrians, and officers on the roads. Authorities urge drivers to prioritize safety.

As students return to school, authorities remind drivers to exercise caution around buses and in school zones to ensure safety.

Sgt. Doug Allen and Deputy Amanda Drew finished the LEAPS program to better support colleagues facing personal challenges.

Todd Strange is one of 11 law enforcement officers in Mississippi to complete the state’s first Crimes Against Children Certified Investigator Course, a four-month training program.

The intersection of Heritage Drive and Anderson Road is temporarily closed for about two days, prompting drivers to seek alternate routes.

Detective Sgt. Kam Herod has completed an intensive training program, becoming one of the first in Mississippi to earn a specialized Crimes Against Children Investigator Certification.

With six days remaining, preparations are underway for the upcoming school year, officials say.

The Oxford School District held a ribbon-cutting ceremony last week for the Dr. D.B. Sanders Memorial Recreational Area, aiming to honor the late educator’s legacy and foster community engagement.

Mississippi Highway Patrol participates in social media trend at gas stations to emphasize safety and law enforcement presence.

K9 Rip from Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office spent the evening at Lafayette Lower Elementary, engaging with students and community members.