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Oxford Area Solutions for Housing board members Anne Bailey, left, and Mary Piper listen to a meeting on March 16, 2026, at the Oxford Presbyterian Church.

OASH members review leftover winter house donations, discuss future ideas

The group estimated more than half of the community’s monetary donations will likely remain after the temporary shelter closed for the season, which can be used for future solutions.

Oxford City Councilors Jason Bracken, left, and Roxanne Ornelas listen to a brief presentation of a resolution during an Oxford City Council meeting

Oxford City Council approves new gas rates, takes step back with mayor’s court

A purple masquerade mask with blue feathers

Masks, costumes and drag: Oxford’s second annual Pride ball

Don McDaniel.

Veterans Among Us: Don ‘Mac’ McDaniel

Florida and Hass avocados.

On My Plate: Avocados

Observations: Auschwitz on my mind

A clipboard that reads "Hospital."

Media Matters: ‘The Pitt,’ a TV metaphor for our times

News

Oxford City Councilors Jason Bracken, left, and Roxanne Ornelas listen to a brief presentation of a resolution during an Oxford City Council meeting

Oxford City Council approves new gas rates, takes step back with mayor’s court

The Oxford City Council approved changes to gas rates for residents and businesses during a meeting on March 17 and delayed a decision that would begin funding the city’s mayor’s court.

Oxford Township in discussions to start fraud protection program

Two women use new medical supplies given to the new Bioscience Center

Butler Tech expands Bioscience Center

A close up of an Oxford Police Department patch

BB gun damage, theft among various crimes in Oxford last week

Data chart by Katelyn Aluise.

Property crimes in Oxford reach 7-year low

Reily Township Trustee Dennis Conrad, right, shakes Reily Volunteer Fire Department Chief Clayton Lightfield’s hand

Reily Township updates electric aggregation rate

Miami recognized for carbon neutrality efforts as sustainability park nears completion

Miami recognized for carbon neutrality efforts as sustainability park nears completion

Community

Oxford Area Solutions for Housing board members Anne Bailey, left, and Mary Piper listen to a meeting on March 16, 2026, at the Oxford Presbyterian Church.

OASH members review leftover winter house donations, discuss future ideas

The group estimated more than half of the community’s monetary donations will likely remain after the temporary shelter closed for the season, which can be used for future solutions.

A purple masquerade mask with blue feathers

Masks, costumes and drag: Oxford’s second annual Pride ball

Robert Benson stands with the Dolce Women's Ensemble

Kentucky women’s choir to debut work by Oxford composer

The Oxford Area Trails System (OATS) is covered in snow after multiple snowstorms in Oxford this winter

Locals call for additions to snow plowing routes following heavy snowfalls in Oxford

Attendees from the first annual Oxford Pride event gather around drag performer P.H. Dee.

‘Masquerade Through Time:’ Oxford to host second annual Pride masked ball

The Oxford Winter House was located at 5223 College Corner Pike during the months of December 2025 through February 2026.

Oxford Winter House celebrated after doors close for season

Lonnie Schwartz, Elana’s husband, pins her badge on her uniform.

Oxford Police Department welcomes new hometown officer

Opinion

Don McDaniel.

Veterans Among Us: Don ‘Mac’ McDaniel

"Don comes from a Hanover Township farm family filled with Navy tradition. His father served in the Navy as one of the original Seabees in World War II."

Florida and Hass avocados.

On My Plate: Avocados

Observations: Auschwitz on my mind

A clipboard that reads "Hospital."

Media Matters: ‘The Pitt,’ a TV metaphor for our times

A common mullein

Wild Ones 101: What is biodiversity and why should we care about it?

Fish pie

On My Plate: Pi Day and St. Patrick’s Day

Oxford native Sarah Ann Iliff-Davis

Local Legends: Much faithful work

Development

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Council talks 2026 priorities during work session

Commission recommends redevelopment of vacant nursing home

Housing Commission recommends new affordable housing plan for Hester Road development

Fast-charging EV stations coming to Oxford through grant funding

Old buildings, new developments and alternative visions

Business

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Uptown business rebrands as Blessed Links Jewelry

Council OKs new electric aggregation program and economic development plan

Mini City Homestead brings small-scale focus to local produce scene

Best of Oxford: Local businesses excel in Journal-News’ Best of Butler County contest

Misrule Brewery partners with Bello to open Oxford taproom

Talawanda School District

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Talawanda’s attorney fees more than doubled over past 2 fiscal years

Talawanda baseball enters new era

Talawanda High students bring back Model UN, debate club after hiatus

‘Best decision’: Exchange students in Oxford share experiences at host-family lunch

Talawanda BOE members sworn in, discuss budget