Adorning the walls were various items of home decor, while the aisles were lined with tables stocked with candles, soaps, shower steamers, koozies, mugs, artisan popcorn and other snacks, hats, socks and trinkets.

With a degree in business administration and a background in economics, Taylor, 43, says he began his career working with Russell Athletics, colloquially known as the “Russell Corporation.” 

Scenes from the 2024 Freedom Festival kid's bike parade. Kids, families and even some pets march or ride down McCullars Lane by the Oxford Civic Center Thursday morning in the city's Freedom Festival parade. Kids were encouraged to dress up in their best patriotic flare as the city's Arts Co…

The Oxford Police Department and the Oxford American Legion Post 111 have partnered to aid in the stockpiling of blood donation in the area for times of natural disaster, according to American Legion spokesperson Preston Hale. 

Starting at 1 p.m., the track will be hosting Foodie’s Food Culture Festival, a free program consisting of food truck-based fare from all over the country.

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The project will be paid for with an approximately $4.25 million grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration, according to Armbrester, and the city of Oxford has committed to contributing “a minimum” of $1 million.

Some lounged under tents for shade with big coolers full of cold drinks and snacks, while others found comfort in just a simple camping chair and their fishing poles.

The city of Oxford holds a fishing rodeo for school aged children and their families. Hundreds of folks lined the bank of Choccolocco lake for the first fishing rodeo. Those who didn't fancy themselves as anglers had plenty of other things to do with several vendor tents set up giving away f…

A recent rodeo fundraiser barely made a dent in the deficit the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office faces in its training and equipment budget, but Sheriff Matthew Wade says the event at least brought intangible benefit in terms of relations with the public.

According to Oxford police Lt. Scott Glanze, the goal when creating the app was to make communicating with the people they serve quicker, easier and more efficient.

The city of Oxford and Southern Protection Agency have partnered together to bring area children something fun to do for the summer. Event organizer Thomas “Alfa Man” Shelton said the Choccolocco Park event starts at 9 a.m. June 22 and will be free for all school-aged children.

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