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Reflections: Transitions

Reflections: Transitions

The peaceful transition of power is a core part of American democracy, columnist and board member Allan Winkler writes.
Allan Winkler Oct 30, 2024
Yard signs for Sherrod Brown in Kamala Harris in a front yard

Young Voters: Energized … and disillusioned

Oxford is a college town, and many students may be first-time voters. Columnist Richard Campbell writes that young voters make up one of the hardest demographics for candidates to reach.
Richard Campbell Oct 28, 2024
Several items including a candle, crystals, a match and a book that says "tarot"

Witchcraft: Fun today, mass executions in an earlier time

Today, many think of witches as Halloween and horror movie staples. From 1500-1700, though, being accused of being a witch in Europe or America led to serious consequences.
Robert Thurston Oct 26, 2024
A gravestone for Marcellus Corwin reads that he was "supposed to be drowned in the Amazon River"

Local Legends: A deadly adventure

Little is known about Oxford resident Marcellus Corwin, but his gravestone offers hints about the adventure that ended his life.
Brad Spurlock Oct 23, 2024
McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital from the outside

The Old Townie: Birthing, babies and bliss

Steve Schnabl reminisces on his grandchildrens' births in different hospitals, including McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital.
Steve Schnabl Oct 23, 2024
A fall flower display at Shademakers with a giant skeleton

‘Write’ Uptown: Celebrating fall in Oxford

This month in "Write" Uptown, Sally Roi answers a reader's question about how to celebrate the fall season in Oxford.
Sally Roi Oct 22, 2024
A tall green stock with ginger at the bottom

Fresh local ginger offers alternative taste to grocery store variety

If you've only ever tried ginger from a grocery store, you're missing out on the mellower flavor of local varieties.
James Rubenstein Oct 19, 2024

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