Oxford High School students — fueled by a pizza party pre-decorating — worked in teams to decorate the high school, from hanging lights and garland to decorating Christmas trees around the school. Photos by Jim Newell Oxford High School students get in the holiday spirit By Jim Newell Managing Editor OXFORD TWP. — From hanging […]
Megan Kelley Staff Writer OXFORD — Over the past several months, the Village of Oxford has been preparing for one of its larger projects, the resurfacing of the Village Hall parking lot. Originally, the project was expected to be completed in three phases, however, during its meeting on Nov. 14, the council approved a change […]
The Oxford Village Council approved the second reading of its food truck ordinance during its meeting on Nov. 14. The council has discussed the ordinance over the course of its last several meetings but did not approve the ordinance at its previous meeting on Sept. 12 after some members of council requested language be added […]
Warrior the Wildcat and Erica DiCosmo help fulfill the need for Oxford spirit wear at the Oxford Athletics Boosters Club store. Photos: Wendi Reardon Price By Wendi Reardon Price Staff Writer OXFORD — Kristen and Brian Tabert had already planned to go to breakfast in downtown Oxford last Saturday. But when they saw Oxford DDA’s […]
Interviews scheduled for Nov. 28 By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer OXFORD TWP. – During the regular meeting on Nov. 14, the Oxford Board of Education voted unanimously to approve the recommendation of the superintendent search firm subcommittee to invite Michigan Leadership Institute, McPherson & Jacobson LLC, and Hazard, Young, Attea and Associates to present to […]
By Shelby Stewart-Soldan Staff Writer OXFORD – The Oxford Downtown Development Authority is encouraging patrons to shop small this holiday season. On Nov. 25, at 9 a.m., retail businesses in downtown Oxford will open for Small Business Saturday, and the Oxford DDA will be giving away free gifts. “We are going to set up in […]
Extra funds to go to asbestos removal By Megan Kelley Staff Writer OXFORD – Oxford’s village council held its annual public hearing to consider organizations for the 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), awarding $3,500 to Oxford/Orion FISH with plans to use the leftover funds for asbestos removal at village offices. “Our overall award is […]
By Megan Kelley Staff Writer OXFORD – During its meeting on Nov. 14, the Oxford Village Council approved the engineering and design contract for the village’s Lead and Copper Rule (LCR) water main project on Park Street. The village has been working with ROWE, an engineering and survey services company, to bring forward plans for […]
Members of Community Catalyst spoke during a press conference on Nov. 13 demanding changes in the Oxford school district to ensure the safety of students. Photo by Megan Kelley. By Megan Kelley Staff Writer OXFORD – Oxford based parent organization, Community Catalysts held a press conference on Nov. 13 to call for action in the […]
Board approves updating consulting agreement By Jim Newell Managing Editor OXFORD TWP. – The Oxford Township Board of Trustees is again exploring the idea of a single waste hauler for all township residents. The board voted 4-3 during its meeting on Nov. 8 to update its consulting agreement with Resource Recycling Systems. The board also […]