Oxford, MS News

A tornado watch has been issued for Lafayette County, lasting until 11 p.m., according to weather authorities.

Students return from Spring Break tomorrow as schools prepare for the final stretch of the academic year, featuring celebrations, competitions, and graduation ceremonies.

The city of Oxford has listed several storm shelter sites, including public facilities and fire stations. Lafayette County also provides additional resources online.

The National Weather Service has issued an enhanced risk of severe thunderstorms for Lafayette County, with damaging winds, tornadoes, and large hail possible Sunday evening.

Lafayette County officials advise residents to have multiple alert methods as outdoor warning systems face outages amid severe weather threats.

Lafayette County encourages residents to download its app to stay informed about severe weather warnings and updates.

Forecasters predict strong storms with damaging winds, tornadoes, and flooding in Lafayette County and Oxford Sunday evening.

Authorities warn residents about fraudulent messages claiming to be from law enforcement regarding unpaid traffic tickets. Citizens are advised to ignore these messages and verify with law enforcement directly.

Oxford police officers participated in a webinar aimed at helping them prepare for life after law enforcement careers. The session was part of the department’s ongoing support for staff development.

A goat that wandered into a neighborhood near Azul Apartments was safely captured and returned to its owner, authorities say.