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.
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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.
Two years after hiring, OPD’s social worker is changing the department’s approach to policing
After national protests and calls for police reform in 2020, Oxford opted to create a new social services liaison position in its police department. In the two years since getting hired to create the position, Ashlea Sleiman has put a new focus on follow-up and providing access to resources.
Butler County Commissioners approve ARPA funds, hear from community at Butler County Fair
The Butler County Commissioners held their most recent meeting on the fairgrounds. From there, they approved ARPA funding for Oxford Township and formally passed a resolution to place a levy on the ballot this November.
Screen-free summer: Why one family is curbing device use for their kids
Brittney and Ben Wimmer noticed that technology was negatively impacting their kids' lives. So this summer, they took the screens away.