Oxford, MS News

The Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office announced that its 2026 Youth Academy is now full, with a waitlist likely to form for future programs.

A permitted event will temporarily close parts of the Courthouse Square inner circle near City Hall, causing brief traffic disruptions, authorities say.

Returning student registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open, officials say. Parents and guardians are urged to mark upcoming dates.

Oxford School District is hiring for multiple positions at Oxford Middle School and Oxford High School. Applications are open.

Greyce Brown claimed the state high jump championship, clearing 5 feet 2 inches. The victory highlights her impressive athletic performance.

Wright Thompson claimed the state championship in pole vaulting with a vault of 14 feet, according to officials.

Cole Milner claimed the state championship in the 800-meter run, finishing in 1:55.10, while Graham Vaughan took second with a time of 1:56.56.

Several students from OHS Speech & Debate achieved their best results in school history at the MHSAA State Championships, earning four titles and a third-place team finish.

The boys 4×800 relay team claimed the state title Saturday with a time of 8:02.52, officials confirm.

Veronica Gonzalez Torres, the receptionist at Oxford Middle School, has been recognized as Employee of the Month for May. The district highlights her daily contributions to the school community.