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Black History

The entrance to Bethel AME Church

Oxford looks to highlight area Black history with new plan

As Oxford moves forward with historic preservation and economic development plans, one temporary fellow with the city has worked to create a smaller plan focused on preserving Black history in town.
Sean Scott Jan 21, 2025
MLK Day Celebration set for Monday morning

MLK Day Celebration set for Monday morning

A celebration will be held for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day at the OCAC next week.
Briefs Jan 17, 2025
Black and white photo of O.T. Jackson

Local Legends: The persistent dream

O.T. Jackson was born in Oxford, Ohio, but his life and career took him all across the state and eventually to Colorado, where he started his own settlement.
Brad Spurlock Nov 3, 2024
Black and white portrait photo of John Jones in a suit

Local Legends: Freedom and glory

For decades during the 19th century, the Jones family of Butler County helped fugitive slaves escape prosecution on the Underground Railroad and fought for the freedom of all during the Civil War.
Brad Spurlock Aug 11, 2024

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