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Electric Root Festival thrives despite stormy weather

Electric Root Festival thrives despite stormy weather

Despite a rainy day forcing festivities inside, the Electric Root Festival still managed to draw a crowd to celebrate Black arts and culture.
Gina Roth May 8, 2025
Daniel Kudusi stands with arms folded in front of a counter

Arman Uyghur brings new cultural flavors to Oxford

When it opened three months ago, Arman Uyghur in Oxford became one of just a handful of Uyghur restaurants in the country.
Gina Roth Feb 11, 2025
Oxford celebrates MLK Day with art, song and calls for meaningful conversations

Oxford celebrates MLK Day with art, song and calls for meaningful conversations

Oxford residents gathered in song during an event honoring the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. on Jan. 20. The event featured artwork from local residents and conversations about the future of civil rights.
Sean Scott Jan 21, 2025
Women dance in brightly colored and patterned dresses

Oxford celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month sans UniDiversity Festival; Miami to host cultural dance and music event

This will be the first year in two decades without a UniDiversity Festival, but Oxford residents and Miami students will still have a chance to engage with Hispanic culture.
Austin Smith Sep 10, 2024

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