Oxford, MS News

The Oxford School District is celebrating Valentine’s Week by showcasing couples from its staff, including Deputy Superintendent Marni Herrington and Instructional Technology Coordinator Thomas Herrington.

Many staff members went above and beyond to help neighbors, students, and families during the recent storm. The community is encouraged to recognize their efforts.

The eastbound intersection of Highway 6 East and County Road 409 is closed until further notice, prompting drivers to seek alternate routes.

Highway 6 east of CR 409 has reopened after closures, officials say.

The Oxford School District is celebrating Valentine’s Day by sharing stories of couples across its schools, including Issac and Ashley Boose.

Oxford police are advising drivers to avoid Oxford Way following a power outage caused by downed poles. Traffic may be affected on nearby roads.

The Mississippi Department of Public Safety highlights improvements in driver services, autopsy backlog, and law enforcement accountability, emphasizing ongoing efforts to serve Mississippians.

A post shared today by Lafayette County Fire Department Station 6 in Tula is no longer accessible. The reason is unclear.

City officials in Oxford have removed several historic trees along Lamar Avenue after experts determined they posed safety risks. The trees had been long-standing landmarks in the community.

Road closures are in effect in Taylor today to ensure the safety of linemen working to restore power, according to officials.