Local Legends: The only doc in town
Fred Fogel Shepard took care of the residents of College Corner for decades as the only medical doctor in town in the mid-1900s.
Local History
Local Legends: America’s apiculturist
Lorenzo Lorraine Langstroth has a place in both Oxford history and American beekeeping history for pioneering the Langstroth hive..
Local Legends: An aptitude for excellence
John D. Millett, Miami University's 16th president and the namesake of Millett Hall, brought military and planning experience to the role.
Oxford Presbyterian Church to celebrate bicentennial anniversary in 2025
For 200 years, Oxford Presbyterian Church's history has been closely tied to that of Miami University. This year, the church is celebrating its bicentennial with a number of events and other initiatives.
Local Legends: A mid-century master
Kep Small, an architect and professor at Miami University, designed many of Oxford's Mid-Century Modern buildings, from the now demolished Thomson Hall to the current Municipal Building.
Miami alumnus who rose to U.S. presidency parallels Biden’s term in office
When Joe Biden left office last week, he joined a Miami University alumnus as the only presidents in history to serve single terms between non-consecutive terms of the same president.
What’s In a Name? Ohio
Ohio takes its name from the Ohio River, a major waterway which has defined the state's history.