Oxford, MS News

Emergency food and water supplies are available at multiple locations in Lafayette County. Distribution will continue until supplies run out, with limits in place to serve as many residents as possible.

The Lafayette County Solid Waste Department will run trash pickup daily this week, with an additional Wednesday collection and potential Saturday routes. Storm debris removal guidelines are also outlined.

Residents in Lafayette County can receive meals and water at multiple sites today, while supplies last. Distribution is staffed by the Mississippi National Guard.

Distribution sites across Lafayette County and Oxford are providing meals and water to residents, with supplies expected to last until depleted.

Deal’s Auto is hosting a free propane giveaway today from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., thanks to co-sponsorship from Senator Nicole Boyd.

Communicare’s outpatient clinics in Calhoun, Lafayette, and Yalobusha counties will reopen on Feb. 2, while offices in Marshall, Panola, and Tate counties remain closed due to safety concerns.

Campus facilities will operate with specific hours and services from Feb. 1 to 6, including warming centers, market, showers, and health services, while some areas remain closed.

Officials are asking residents to document storm impacts on all homes in Oxford and Lafayette County to assist recovery efforts.

Residents across Oxford and Lafayette County are encouraged to document storm impacts by completing damage assessments and submitting photos to support recovery planning.

The Oxford Activity Center is serving as a shelter this evening for those in need. Transportation assistance is available by phone.