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Protests at UM draw national attention, campus-wide response
The events of Thursday’s protests at the University of Mississippi have garnered attention at the campus, state and national levels as videos of protesters and counter-protesters circulate on social media. Approximately 30 pro-Palestine protesters gathered in the Quad on Thursday, May 2. The protest, organized by a group called...
Oxford takes series opener against Madison Central
By Adam Brown Sports writer The Oxford Chargers defeated Madison Central 5-3 in the opening game of the playoff series. Oxford (22-10) took a 1-0 lead over Madison Central in the first on a sacrifice fly to left field off the bat of Brady Stinnett. Oxford gave the ball to Stinnett as the starter and […] The post Oxford takes series opener against Madison Central appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Oxford police arrest woman for grand larceny
OXFORD, Miss (WTVA) - The Oxford Police Department responded to a residence for a standby/escort while the caller retrieved property. On April 9th, 2024, a caller noticed that some property and currency was missing. After investigation, Tonya Murphree, 56, of Oxford, was arrested and charged with grand larceny. Murphree was...
Oxford man faces felony for allegedly shooting at person repossessing a vehicle
A former member of the University of Mississippi Men’s Basketball team was arrested Friday for allegedly shooting at a repo man. At 5:07 p.m. on Friday, the Oxford Police Department responded to the Price Hill Park area for a shooting report. Officers arrived and detained several persons of interest. During their investigation, detectives discovered that […] The post Oxford man faces felony for allegedly shooting at person repossessing a vehicle appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Symposium Aims to Build Mississippi’s Future in Aerospace and Defense
OXFORD, Miss. – A thriving commercial industry is the key to space exploration and expanding the nation’s defense capabilities, but the United States – and Mississippi – must continue to invest in the infrastructure, policy and research to help that industry grow. That was the message...
OSD offers free breakfast, lunch to all area children this summer
Area children will be able to enjoy free breakfast and lunch meals even after school is out this summer. The free Summer Meal Program by the Oxford School District will serve breakfast and lunch each weekday from June 3 through July 12. There are no residence, proof of income or application requirements to receive free […] The post OSD offers free breakfast, lunch to all area children this summer appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Razorbacks, Rebels to Play Doubleheader Friday
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (arkansasrazorbacks.com) – Due to rain in Sunday’s forecast, No. 11 Arkansas and Ole Miss will play a doubleheader beginning at 3:30 p.m. CT Friday, May 3, at Bogle Park on SEC Network+. Game two will start approximately 45 minutes after the first game concludes. Friday’s doubleheader will be available to stream on SEC Network+ […]
Lafayette Commodores baseball sweeps Pontotoc
By Adam Brown Sports writer The Lafayette Commodores defeated Pontotoc 4-3 on Saturday to take the series. Pontotoc got on the scoreboard to open the scoring in the bottom of the first on a sacrifice fly as a run scored. Lafayette (24-7) answered with two runs in the second on a sacrifice fly by Foster […] The post Lafayette Commodores baseball sweeps Pontotoc appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
BONEYARD: Governor's game winners
Mississippi State outhit Ole Miss 11-5 in a 5-1 win in the annual Governor's Cup Game. The Bulldogs had plenty of chance to break the game open before they finally did in the 8th. State had the bases loaded in the first, but could not get the big hit. The Bulldogs got the lead off man on in the 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th, but plated just one run during the middle innings.
Ole Miss student creates a story, now on its way to becoming a film about Latinx culture
Alexa Christian is a woman with a vision and she wants the whole world to see it. The University of Mississippi junior theater arts major is working on a Latinx short film about Alonso, a young man struggling to recover from a life-changing accident yet still hoping to become a champion bullfighter like his father and continue his family's legacy in the ring. Unlike bullfighting elsewhere in the world, American-style bullfighting focuses on the art without harming...
Politics are embraced on campus. Why isn’t religion?
As the adage goes, religion and politics are two sensitive topics to avoid in conversations. However, on college campuses there is no shortage of discourse between people with differing views. Our beloved flagship institution is, at times, especially fond of political discussion. We often welcome politicians and leaders to our...
Taylor's Sunday Evening First Alert Forecast
The rest of the night is going to be pretty muggy! Temperatures will only drop into the upper 60s and low 70s by Monday morning. We’ll keep some clouds in place, too. It will be warm and humid again on Monday with highs in the mid 80s. Isolated showers and storms will be possible, but most of the day will be dry. Most of the week will be warm and humid. However, a cold front may bring some relief by the weekend. Here's the latest forecast.
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