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Lafayette County Courthouse is getting a makeover

Located in the heart of the Square in Oxford, the Lafayette County Courthouse has been standing tall since 1872. Just one year after the courthouse’s 150th anniversary, the building has massive cosmetic

November 30, 2023

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Protestors pack the Square for Palestine

Approximately 125 people gathered on the Square Sunday, Nov. 26 to protest the siege of Gaza as well as the occupation of lands that historically belonged to Palestinians. The demonstration, organized by

November 30, 2023

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Rooster’s owner awaits trial for sexual battery charge

John Scott Michael, owner of the popular bar Rooster’s Blues House in downtown Oxford, is set to stand trial after being arrested for sexual battery and kidnapping on April 24. According to

November 27, 2023

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UM students charged with felony after vandalism

Two women caught on video damaging the new fountain at the City Hall Pocket Park have been arrested and charged by the Oxford Police

November 1, 2023

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Historic St. Peter’s Pumpkin Patch sparks fall spirit

The vibrant pumpkin patch set against the backdrop of the historic St. Peter’s Episcopal Church is more than just a place to pick out the perfect pumpkin; for more than 30 years,

October 26, 2023

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Are students buying locally?

“Choose indie every month” and “Don’t let the robots get you down” reads a sign hanging on the wall of Oxford’s staple locally owned bookstore, Square Books. In an age when even

October 19, 2023

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How Ole Miss Football bolsters Oxford’s economy

Each game day weekend, Ole Miss fans from near and far pour into Oxford, The Grove and Vaught-Hemingway Stadium to support the Rebels. While some may complain about the long lines at

October 19, 2023

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Iris Room passes the mic to local artists

On Sunday evening, Mississippi artists took over the interior of Heartbreak Coffee for the inaugural Iris Room event. The art-sharing affair was hosted by Iris Arts, an up-and-coming non-profit organization, and aims

September 26, 2023

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Quacks puts dogs in forefront

Hot dogs, speedy service and a casual vibe: these are the cornerstones of new Square restaurant Quacks. Situated between Ajax Diner and Van Atkins Jewelers, it is locally owned and aims to

September 21, 2023

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Sounds of Oxford: The End of All Music amplifies Oxford’s love of the arts

Above one of the Square’s most prominent and historic boutiques sits a record store that provides a whistle of audible art to the streets of Oxford. Founded in March 2012, The End

September 19, 2023

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