Little Free Libraries provide books around Oxford
Your next read doesn't have to come from a bookstore. Oxford is home to a dozen Little Free Library boxes where residents can take and leave books.
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Local Legends: Keeper of the community
Throughout her life, Anna Estella Hasty dedicated herself to documenting the stories of Oxford's Black community both as a newspaper columnist and as a secretary for Bethel A.M.E. Church.
Local NAACP vice president’s dedication comes from family history
From her time as vice president of the Oxford NAACP chapter to her work as a pastor, Vanessa Cummings has dedicated herself to giving back to others.
Oxford introduces alley lot legislation and update to tobacco licensing
Ordinances introduced during a Feb. 4 City Council meeting could clarify Oxford's approach to alley development if passed.
Uptown Parking Garage opens after renovations leaving spots open to lease
After months of repair work, the Uptown Parking Garage is again open for daily parking and leasing.
City asks for input to guide code update
Oxford has contracted with a consulting firm to create a Unified Development Code and historic preservation materials. The city is asking for community input through an online survey.
Oxford passes new measures targeting sidewalk snow removal; citizens push back
Oxford City Council unanimously passed an ordinance aimed at ensuring property owners along certain routes clear their sidewalks after snowfall. Some citizens who feel the ordinance goes too far have filed a petition to put the measure on the ballot in November.