Five candidates set to compete for four seats on Oxford City Council
Five candidates so far have pulled petitions to run for four open seats on Oxford City Council, including two current council members running for reelection.
Local Politics
Funding Education: Talawanda funding could be at risk in next state budget
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's budget proposal didn't include drastic cuts to public education funding, but other lawmakers have signaled a move in that direction this budget cycle.
Interested in local office? Here’s what’s on the ballot in 2025
Looking to run for office instead of just voting this year? Several local governing bodies including Oxford City Council and the Talawanda Board of Education will have seats up for election in 2025.
Local Legends: The pioneer polymath
James McBride's career in Butler County spanned a number of industries, from hotel owner and entrepreneur to Miami University Trustee and even state representative.
As Republicans celebrate, local Democrats regroup
Democratic candidates failed to crack 40% of the vote across Butler County in this year's election. Organizers and candidates alike are looking to the future following local and national losses.
Republicans fare well in local, statewide races
Republican candidates including newcomer Diane Mullins and incumbent State Senator George Lang won their races by wide margins in Butler County.
Trump wins: What Oxford voters had to say at the polls
Donald Trump won the presidential election decisively, carrying every swing state that has been called so far. Voters in and around Oxford were anxious and motivated on Election Day.