Celebrating Independence Day in and around Oxford
The Fourth of July is coming up soon, and celebrations in and Oxford are starting a week early.
Hueston Woods
New pavilion opens at Hueston Woods
More than 40 people attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony, celebrating the work local volunteers put into the project.
Celebrating summer in Oxford
As summer kicks off in Oxford, the town prepares events and festivals to keep locals busy.
Best of Oxford: Local businesses excel in Journal-News’ Best of Butler County contest
More than a dozen Oxford businesses were named as winners and finalists in the Journal-News' 2025 Best of Butler County contest, including seven first place finishes.
Hueston Woods to host annual Maple Syrup Festival
This weekend is the start of Hueston Woods' annual Maple Syrup Festival. Columnist and Board President James Rubenstein explores the different varieties of maple syrup.
How weather patterns play a role in fall colors
Oxford is hitting peak fall foliage colors this week. Weather patterns and climate change impact when the brightest colors can be seen, and for how long.
Advisory issued for increased levels of E. coli at Acton Lake
Hueston Woods State Park's Acton Lake remains on a bacteria contamination advisory after high levels of E. coli were found.
Advisories are posted when "the level of bad bacteria in the water has reached unsafe levels and could make you sick. Children, the elderly and those in