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Parks and Recreation

A young biker rides up a ramp at the Oxford skatepark

Residents want a new skatepark: Parks & Rec says that's a long-term investment

After a Facebook post about Oxford's skatepark garnered numerous responses, Parks and Recreation made some repairs. City staff say a full revamp of the park is tentatively scheduled for 2027, but it will be a costly investment.
Sean Scott Aug 13, 2024
Oxford planning new dog park and dog training center

Oxford planning new dog park and dog training center

New opportunities for training and enrichment are on the way for some of Oxford's four-legged residents. A new dog training facility is set to open on College Corner Pike, and the city is accepting proposals for a new dog park.
Taylor Stumbaugh Aug 4, 2024
Several red and white fireworks explode in a dark sky at once

Oxford celebrates the Fourth of July a day early with Freedom Festival

Oxford's 2024 Freedom Festival included fireworks, firehoses, food and more.
Sean Scott Jul 4, 2024

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