Oxford DDA Executive Director Kelly Westbrook (right) poses with Dr. Carl Pesta, winner of the Faith in Action Oakland County Dancing with the Stars. Photo provided. By Jim Newell Managing Editor TROY, Mich. – The local stars were shining during the 10th annual Dancing with the Stars Faith in Action charity event at the San […]
The Oxford RoboCats won the Judges’ Award at a district robotics competition in Lake City over the weekend. The team made it to the semifinals of the competition, placing third overall with two other teams in their alliance. Photo provided by Team 2137. By Morgan Kidnermann Special Contributor to the Leader LAKE CITY, Mich. – […]
The Oxford High School Theatre will present Beauty and the Beast this weekend for the school’s winter play production. Photo by Melissa Williams. By Wendi Reardon Price Staff Writer OXFORD — After a successful weekend of magic and storytelling, Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” is on stage again this week at the Oxford High School […]
Parker W., Will B., Mason T., drive coach Drew S., student Moira H. and mentor Eric S. work on the RoboCats’ robot, getting it ready for competition. Team 2137 prepares for ‘Crescendo’ season By Morgan Kindermann Leader Contributor OXFORD TWP. – Oxford High School’s FIRST robotics competition team, Team 2137 The Oxford RoboCats, hosted their […]
Charlotte Cogan discovers the feel of oobleck during STEM night at Clear Lake Elementary on Friday. See page 13 for the story and more photos. Photo by Wendi Reardon Price By Wendi Reardon Price Staff Writer OXFORD TWP. — Meeting a hedgehog, building a circuit board, making a balloon rocket were just some of the […]
American Legion Post 108 honored Oxford first responders for going above and beyond in their support of the Oxford community during a special ceremony and appreciation dinner on Sunday. (From left) Deputy of the Year John Mozak, Reserve Deputy of the Year Derrick White, Reserve Officer of the Year John Drake, Officer of the Year […]
By Jim Newell Managing Editor OXFORD TWP. – Oxford Township resident Melisa Counelis has been named the new manager of the Davis Family Farmers Market and she’s already planning on bringing in more vendors and increasing activities for guests. And for someone who loves food, agriculture and people the new role is a perfect fit. […]
From left, Oxford High School seniors Sean Wilson, Gabriela Wait, Ellie Seiter, Liam Pearson, Olin Charnstrom, Korinne Ihrke, Cooper Caufman and Jay Cady signed their letters of intent, Feb. 7. Photo: Wendi Reardon Price By Wendi Reardon Price Staff Writer OXFORD TWP. — Eight Oxford High School student-athletes sat with their parents as they signed […]
Oxford’s Jake Champagne goes up for a shot against the Berkley defense on Friday. Champagne had 18 points in the game. Photos by Megan Kelley By Megan Kelley Staff Writer Oxford High School’s boys varsity basketball team continued their winning streak Friday night with a win over Berkley, bringing the Wildcats’ record to 13-5 overall […]
Johnson, Roper win district championships SAGINAW — Seven Wildcats are moving onto the MHSAA Division 1 Wrestling Individual Regional tournament after qualifying during the district tournament on Saturday at Saginaw Heritage High School. Qualifiers from the Oxford Varsity Wrestling team to finish in the top four in their weight classes were: Luke Johnson (157) and […]