Kingsbury thanks veterans

Marking 100 years since the first World War, Kingsbury students and teachers paid tribute to family and community members who risked their lives for the red, white and blue on the morning of Friday, Nov. 9. Veterans were honored with a breakfast and a ceremony led by Kingsbury students. During the ceremony, the Middle School […]

Man accused of stealing $1,700 in merchandise to fund crack habit

A 33-year-old Auburn Hills man is facing criminal charges for allegedly attempting to steal more than $1,700 in goods from Oxford’s Meijer store. Oakland County Sheriff’s officers are seeking a warrant for retail fraud in the first degree, possession of prescription drugs as well as fleeing an eluding an officer. The alleged retail fraud, which […]

Veltigian places third at swim regionals

After a season full of setting records and winning medals, senior standout diver Keira Veltigian will represent the Wildcats at states. She cemented her spot by winning third at Thursday’s regionals meet. Veltigian took on the tough competition and dove a score of 378.35. Having excelled in her sport for years, this will be the […]

Public Safety Nov. 14, 2018

A case of drunk driving Near midnight on Nov. 4, Oakland County Sheriff’s deputies were made aware of a speeding driver heading into Oxford and appearing unable to remain in the correct lane. A deputy was able to track down the vehicle, a silver Dodge Town and Country, which was being driven by a 71-year-old Waterford […]

Accusations, rumors lead officials to talk transparency

During election season, public officials are subjected to a higher level of scrutiny as voters try to decide who they want to represent them. Over the past month, Oxford’s Board of Education felt that in a very real way, with speculation and fingers pointed in its direction. Before voters went to the polls on Nov. […]

School district receives positive audit report

Touting a few improvements and addressing what else can be bettered, Oxford Schools’ finances were discussed Oct. 30 as the board of education went over the 2018 audit report. The numbers were presented by Jacob Sopczynski, who works with the Flint-based Yeo and Yeo, a firm hired by the district to go over its books. […]

Addison builds fire pit for sledding hill

October is over, and the anticipation of the holiday season is already thick in the air. With all the dinner parties, sweaters and gifts that come along with the holidays is the crisp, white snow perfect for sledding. Flying down a hill at top speed and feeling the cold air on your face is a […]

Moms group donates $1,500 to FISH

Last month’s Mega Millions frenzy motivated hundreds of Oxford moms to donate to something bigger than themselves. Oxford Mom Chatter, a Facebook group, signed a $1,545 check to Oxford-Orion FISH over the weekend. The ladies had originally planned to enter the lottery and use their winnings as the donation to FISH. But, when the hundreds […]

Runners Bagans, Masterson end season at state finals

While fall turns to winter, sports seasons are ending and careers are coming to a close. To wrap up the cross country season, two of Oxford’s cross country runners qualified and competed in the MHSAA D1 state finals on Nov. 3., one of who ran as a Wildcat for the last time. Senior John “JJ” […]

Four swimmers qualify for states at league meet

Ending their regular season over the weekend, Oxford’s swimmers took home a few titles and had a number of girls qualify for state finals at the OAA white league meet. Oxford was new to OAA white this season, and has proved time and time again they’re up to the task of tougher competition. Though not […]

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