Oxford, MS News

Mississippi’s new attendance law, SB2103, prompts Oxford School District to update its attendance policies for the upcoming school year. Details will be discussed at Open House.

Mississippi Highway Patrol announces application success for Cadet Class 71 and shares training tips for the upcoming physical fitness exam.

Oxford police officers participated in a fitness class led by BASH Pilates last week, emphasizing staff health and wellness.

A dog has gone missing from the 210 block of County Road 445. Authorities are asking for public assistance in locating the pet.

Students in the district return to school July 31, with transportation and safety measures in place. Parents are advised to plan for increased morning traffic.

The bridge on County Road 415 will remain closed through July 29, according to road crews. Authorities will provide updates on reopening.

Schools will welcome students back in eight days, marking the start of the new academic year.

Parents and staff who ordered PTO swag will be able to pick up their orders starting Wednesday, July 29. An email notification was sent, but some may not have received it.

Several schools in the district are hosting open house events in late July and early August. Families are encouraged to attend and visit their schools before the new academic year begins.

Investigative Sgt. Kam Herod and Investigator Atziri Ortiz from Oxford Police Department finished a 40-hour course on crime scene analysis and processing in Texas.