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Environmental Commission discusses landfill flare

The commission also voted to purchase multiple electric or hybrid vehicles for the city fleet, including Oxford Police Department squad cars and service department vehicles.

Local Legends: Domestic service

Her over 31 year tenure ensured that she was known to generations of Western students.

On My Plate: Scapes

My buddy John asked me for a favor: Could I get some local scapes for him at the Oxford Farmers Market or MOON Co-op Grocery? Scapes make only a brief appearance, and the large supermarkets don’t carry them. As I type this column in Microsoft Word, squiggly red

Smooth sailing with GLP-1 medications

GLP-1 medications are now a household name. I’m glad. They’re a great tool to help us support our health in a better and more lasting way than ever before. But, they’re not a magic bullet or unicorn – they’re a tool to work with as you aim to improve your health and wellness.

‘Knowing, Growing, Showing and Sharing’: Des Fleurs Garden Club helps Oxford bloom

“That is our art, that's our work and that's our contribution to making Oxford a nicer place to live.”

Habitat for Humanity breaks ground on $11M development

According to a news release, the $11 million project located off Chestnut Street will include 31 townhomes built over the course of two to three years.

Locally hosted Juneteenth celebration returns to Oxford

Juneteenth commemorates the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston, Texas, with the news that enslaved people were freed by the Emancipation Proclamation of 1863.

Obituary: Nellie Nesselhauf

Nellie's greatest joy came from her family. She cherished every moment spent in her garden, taking pride in nurturing both her plants and her loved ones. Her talent for making quilts was another way she expressed her love and creativity.

Obituary: Edwin Meador

As Ed would always end any conversation, whether it be in person or on the phone, “GOOD ENOUGH.”

Obituary: Myra Evans

As a mother and grandmother, Myra was deeply loving and endlessly playful.

Obituary: Diana Kathleen Stamler

Diana Kathleen Stamler, age 82, passed away peacefully on Holy Saturday, April 4, 2026, to be with the Lord. She was a resident of Hamilton, Ohio at the time of her passing. Diana was born on April 15, 1943, in Battle Creek, Michigan, to Veary Duane Woods and Dolores Kathleen

Obituary: Franklin Marcum

Frank was born to Mary Jane (nee Ezsol) and Frank D. Marcum in Oxford, Ohio on Feb. 1, 1958.  He was the beloved husband of Susan (nee Ridenour) Marcum; devoted father of the late Leslie Paul Marcum, Bryanna (Kyle Murr) Marcum, Kayla (Derek Burgess) Marcum and stepfather of Jada (Chad)

Obituary: Lance Dean Rile

Lance was born in Hamilton, Ohio to Susan (nee Wilson) and Donald Rile on Aug. 29, 1973.  Lance was also survived by too many loving friends to mention. He was a big jokester and always good for a laugh. He was passionate about his motorcycle and anything bike related. He

Obituary: Anne Cullen Rich Pratt

Anne loved her home in Oxford, Ohio and delighted in welcoming guests and treating them to the best of Southern hospitality. She was a gourmet cook and hostess who loved to prepare a beautiful table and gather friends and family for unforgettable meals and conversation.