On My Plate: Lettuce
"Lettuce grew wild in Southwest Asia and was first harvested to obtain oil from the seeds. The ancient Egyptians domesticated it as a leafy food crop around 5,000 years ago."
James Rubenstein
On My Plate: Bok Choy
"Grown at 7 Wonders Farm are two varieties of bok choy, one large and one small. The larger variety, known in English as standard bok choy, has firm, broad, thick, white stems that taste sweet and crunchy."
Oxford Free Press NewsMatch report
The Oxford Free Press reviews its financial conditions for 2026.
Citizen of the Years: Sarah Michael
Sarah Michael is recognized as Oxford Citizen of the Years for her many years of leadership for several organizations in Oxford.
Couple of the Year: Jenny and John Bailer
Jenny and John Bailer are recognized as Oxford Couple of the Year for their leadership in Oxford Area Housing Solutions.
Citizen of the Year: Frances Yates
Frances Yates was a major recruiter for the TOPSS Champion Neighborhood Food Drive.
Oxford Citizen of the Year 2025
A Citizen of the Year has volunteered or contributed significantly to the Oxford community.