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 […]
Crosswalk signs will remain but will not have flashing lights By Megan Kelley Staff Writer The Polly Ann Trailways Commission will be removing the flashing crosswalk lights on both Drahner Rd. (by Pathway Christian Church) and Burdick St. (by Frosty Boy) this week after both sections of crosswalk lights have fallen into disrepair. Both sections […]
Report places significant blame on administration and lack of policy employment By Megan Kelley Staff Writer OXFORD TWP. – Almost two years after the shooting at Oxford High School on Nov. 30, 2021, which claimed the lives of four students and resulted in injuries for another seven, families now have some answers after the final […]
By Megan Kelley Staff Writer Oakland County is offering up to $23,000 in interest free loans to Oakland County residents to make needed home repairs, including barrier free access and energy saving upgrades. To qualify, you must own and live in your home in Oakland County and you meet gross household income limits set by […]