Ohio sales tax holiday begins, county considers updates to personnel policy
Ohio's 10-day sales tax holiday starts July 30 and applies to non-perishable goods and back-to-school items.
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Letter to the Editor: Oxford Citizens for Peace and Justice reading challenged books at Books on the Bricks
Leaders in Oxford Citizens for Peace and Justice support local decision-makers combatting book bans, highlighted in previous Oxford Free Press coverage. OCPJ will read passages from banned books at the next Red Brick Friday event.
Talawanda marching band gears up for season full of performances
Talawanda's 70-student marching band is preparing for a season full of shows. This year, students and directors say the halftime and competition show is decidedly more theatrical than in years past.
'We want to start winning': Talawanda football preps for start of season
Talawanda High School's football team is gearing up for its fall season. This year, the student athletes are looking to beat their 2-8 season last year.
Talawanda Barn Brave take on the Butler County Fair
Oxford and Talawanda residents of all ages came out to celebrate the Butler County Fair this week. Some kids participated for the first time, while others marked their last years in 4-H and FFA.
McCullough-Hyde Foundation approves 16 community grants
The McCullough-Hyde Foundation awarded $81,500 to 16 community organizations in its most recent grant cycle. Recipients included Big Brothers Big Sisters of Butler County.
‘That’s equity; that’s inclusion’: Back to School Bash set for Aug. 11
Kids can pick up free school supplies and clothes, get a haircut and more ahead of the start of the school year at the Back to School Bash, organized by the Kiwanis Club of Oxford.