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The View From The Balcony: “Jimmy Carter – A Life Well Lived”

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• Randy Weeks

The View From The Balcony: “Jimmy Carter – A Life Well Lived”

Randy Weeks January 16, 2025 0

It’s 4 pm on Sunday, December 29, 2024. I just learned of the death of former President...

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Lafayette County Master Gardeners: “Flowering Quince”

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• Bronwynne Bailey

Lafayette County Master Gardeners: “Flowering Quince”

Bronwynne Bailey January 15, 2025 0

by Bronwynne Bailey Originating from Asia Minor, Quinceis a fruiting tree which grows large, fragrant, yellow fruit...

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Ole Miss Program to Grow STEM Teacher Leaders Across State

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• UM

Ole Miss Program to Grow STEM Teacher Leaders Across State

TLV News January 15, 2025 0

Library of Congress grant expands program focused on teaching with primary sources The University of Mississippi‘s Center...

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EAT IN OXFORD: Wednesday, January 15, 2025: Food and Drink Options & Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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• Food

EAT IN OXFORD: Wednesday, January 15, 2025: Food and Drink Options & Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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Sponsored by TakeABreakDeliveries.com – Oxford’s Local Food Delivery Service Circle & Square Brewing100 Depot Street – 662.205.0128...

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Luckyday Scholarship Provides Transformative Journey

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• University News

Luckyday Scholarship Provides Transformative Journey

University of Mississippi January 14, 2025 0

Transfer student finds new opportunities at Ole Miss By Georgia Kate Daniels Levi Sides was determined to...

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EAT IN OXFORD: Tuesday, January 14, 2024: Food and Drink Options + Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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• Food

EAT IN OXFORD: Tuesday, January 14, 2024: Food and Drink Options + Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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Sponsored by TakeABreakDeliveries.com – Oxford’s Local Food Delivery Service Circle & Square Brewing100 Depot Street – 662.205.0128...

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Square Books Welcomes Author Adam Ross for “Playworld” Friday, January 17, 2025 at 5:30 pm Off Square Books 

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• Local Literary Events

Square Books Welcomes Author Adam Ross for “Playworld” Friday, January 17, 2025 at 5:30 pm Off Square Books 

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Author Adam Ross in conversation for Playworld, a story of miseducation set in a bygone Manhattan.  About...

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Florida Woman Arrested in Oxford, Mississippi for Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Driving Under the Influence 1st Offense, Careless Driving, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Seatbelt Violation, and No Proof of Liability Insurance

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• Crime

Florida Woman Arrested in Oxford, Mississippi for Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Driving Under the Influence 1st Offense, Careless Driving, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Seatbelt Violation, and No Proof of Liability Insurance

Lafayette County Sheriff January 13, 2025 0

On January 12, 2025, Deputies with the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a...

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“Letter from Birmingham Jail” Community Reading Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 5 pm Off Square Books 

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• Local Literary Events

“Letter from Birmingham Jail” Community Reading Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 5 pm Off Square Books 

TLV News January 13, 2025 0

Please join Square Books and the Oxford community on Saturday, January 18th at 5 pm at Off...

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Study Finds Meth Mortality Skyrocketed Between 1999 and 2021

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• UM

Study Finds Meth Mortality Skyrocketed Between 1999 and 2021

University of Mississippi January 13, 2025 0

Gendered approach to harm reduction, policy could improve outcomes, researchers conclude Methamphetamine deaths in the U.S. rose...

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EAT IN OXFORD: Monday, January 13, 2025 Food & Drink Options + Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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• Food

EAT IN OXFORD: Monday, January 13, 2025 Food & Drink Options + Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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Sponsored by TakeABreakDeliveries.com – Oxford’s Local Food Delivery Service Circle & Square Brewing100 Depot Street – 662.205.0128...

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Endowment to Help Fund Experiential Learning for Education Majors

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• UM

Endowment to Help Fund Experiential Learning for Education Majors

University of Mississippi January 13, 2025 0

University of Mississippi professor’s gift to underwrite field trips, study-away opportunities for students When University of Mississippi...

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Author Chris Whitaker is in conversation with Sarah Frances Hardy for “All Colors of the Dark,” Monday January 13, 2025 at 5:30 pm at Off Square Books 

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• Local Literary Events

Author Chris Whitaker is in conversation with Sarah Frances Hardy for “All Colors of the Dark,” Monday January 13, 2025 at 5:30 pm at Off Square Books 

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A journey full of unexpected twists, shattering turns, and moments of heart-wrenching beauty  Best-selling author Chris Whitaker...

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EAT IN OXFORD: Saturday, January 11, 2025: Food & Drink Options + Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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• Food

EAT IN OXFORD: Saturday, January 11, 2025: Food & Drink Options + Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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Sponsored by TakeaBreakDeliveries.com – Keeping it Local Circle & Square Brewing100 Depot Street – 662.205.0128 Taproom Hours:...

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MLK Day of Service, Events to Honor Civil Rights Leader’s Legacy

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• UM

MLK Day of Service, Events to Honor Civil Rights Leader’s Legacy

University of Mississippi January 11, 2025 0

Service projects throughout Lafayette County will pay tribute to King’s social justice work The University of Mississippi...

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EAT IN OXFORD: Friday, January 10, 2025 Food and Drink Options + Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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• Food

EAT IN OXFORD: Friday, January 10, 2025 Food and Drink Options + Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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Sponsored by TakeaBreakDeliveries.com – Keeping it Local Big Bad Breakfast719 North Lamar Blvd. – 662.236.2666 7 am–1...

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EAT IN OXFORD: Thursday, January 9, 2025 Food and Drink Options + Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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• Food

EAT IN OXFORD: Thursday, January 9, 2025 Food and Drink Options + Entertainment in Oxford, Mississippi

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Sponsored by TakeaBreakDeliveries.com – Keeping it Local Roundabout Oxford® is a federally registered trademark owned by Rayburn...

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John Cofield’s Photo of the Week: “Eph and Ed”

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• John Cofield

John Cofield’s Photo of the Week: “Eph and Ed”

John Cofield January 9, 2025 0

They rode up into Intruder In The Dust as the Gowrie Twins. As kids in Oxford, we...

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Bradley Roberson, Oxford School District Superintendent, Named to National School Public Relations Association Top 25 National Superintendents to Watch List

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• Local News

Bradley Roberson, Oxford School District Superintendent, Named to National School Public Relations Association Top 25 National Superintendents to Watch List

TLV News January 9, 2025 0

Oxford School District Superintendent Bradley Roberson has been named one of the Top 25 National Superintendents to...

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Shake the Hand of the Man with a Handful of Love: Listen to “Jimmy Carter” the Song by the Great Oxford, Mississippi Band Blue Mountain

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• Local Music

Shake the Hand of the Man with a Handful of Love: Listen to “Jimmy Carter” the Song by the Great Oxford, Mississippi Band Blue Mountain

Newt Rayburn January 8, 2025 3

Back early 1990s, Oxford, Mississippi had one hell of a terrific original music scene and the Roots...

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