OPD handles various incidents; woman stabbed in altercation
The Oxford Police Department also responded to two mental health-related incidents.
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Local mental health experts explain upward trends in crisis line calls, resource use
Statewide and regional data shows more people are using mental health resources.
Talawanda students lead the way in school’s mental health campaign
For the past two years, students at the Talawanda middle and high schools have put together a campaign focused on promoting student and parent mental health awareness.
OPD responds to multiple thefts, mental health crises
The Oxford Police Department responded to multiple types of theft and mental health crises between Feb. 17 and 24, though less thefts than the week before.
Social media, mental health and our kids
Australia recently moved to ban social media accounts for adolescents under age 16. Teens spend an average of 5 hours each day on social media-related apps, and legislators in the U.S., too, are looking for ways to curb technology's influence.
Incumbent businessman and health worker square off in commissioner race
Tamara Small, a family nurse practitioner and small business owner, is challenging businessman T.C. Rogers for his seat as a Butler County Commissioner.
Oxford police respond to increased calls for suicidal thoughts; when to call in wellness checks for loved ones
Oxford police responded to more calls to assist people struggling with suicidal thoughts than normal in late July and early August. While the increase was just an anomaly, an expert says it's important to check in on friends.