Oxford, MS News

A Lafayette County woman has been arrested on charges of embezzlement after allegedly taking more than $8,500 for furniture she did not deliver. The arrest follows an investigation by sheriff’s deputies.

The BES administration encourages students to show their ID at the front office to help maintain school safety, while adding a lighthearted touch to the process.

Students are encouraged to wear their favorite sports jerseys this Friday to celebrate the start of the football season.

Claire Howorth, a 2000 graduate of Oklahoma High School and Vanity Fair deputy editor, spoke with students about her journalism career.

Community members are invited to a public safety forum Tuesday evening featuring Mississippi Capitol Police Chief Bo Luckey and local law enforcement leaders.

RiverHills Bank is acknowledged for its support of Oxford High School students and the Charger community as a Blue Sponsor.

Oxford Utilities will conduct a planned power outage Tuesday morning to replace a damaged junction box, expected to last about 30 minutes.

The CASA Sneaker Ball at The Powerhouse raised approximately $80,000 to support children in North Mississippi, according to organizers.

The intersection of CR 1032 and CR 101 in front of Winchester is temporarily closed due to construction. Officials have not announced when it will reopen.

A tree has fallen on Highway 334 near County Road 427 due to high winds, prompting road closure efforts.