City group reviews economic development plan ahead of council approval
The Community Improvement Corporation reviewed the economic development strategic plan at its last meeting before the plan will be presented to City Council on June 17.
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Dozens of local orgs receive funding for history initiatives
Two dozen organizations in southwest Ohio, including several in and around Oxford, received grants from the W.E. Smith Charitable Trust to support local history initiatives.
Environmental Commission recommends top priorities for 2026
Oxford’s Environmental Commission voted on three priorities to research in 2026, including implementing a hazardous waste drop day, at its monthly meeting on June 4.
Levy to increase elderly service funding in county could appear in November
The Council on Aging is asking for a levy to be placed on the November ballot to increase funding for elderly services in Butler County.
Litter, noise citations hit seven-year low through May in Oxford
The Oxford Police Department issued less citations in spring 2025 than the previous six years. Police Lieutenant Adam Price says a number of factors including weather and staffing could have contributed.
Council OKs $5.4 million contract for next phase of trail system
Oxford City Council approved a major contract for the next phase of the city's trail system ahead of a state deadline which impacts grant funding for the project.
Black Covered Bridge closed for construction
Oxford residents looking to walk on the Oxford Area Trails this summer will need to start somewhere other than the Black Covered Bridge, which is closed for construction.