Bliss presented with prestigious Americanism Award

From veterans to children, Pat Bliss can’t help but give and give to those around her. It’s in her nature. It’s in her blood. In recognition of her selfless efforts and tireless commitment to others, Oxford American Legion Auxiliary Unit 108 presented the 75-year-old with The Americanism Award on Sunday afternoon at Post 108 on […]

R-1 zoning recommended to correct map mistake

A zoning error made years ago concerning two parcels along N. Baldwin Rd. is in the process of being corrected by Oxford Township. Last week, the planning commission voted 6-1 to recommend the township initiate the rezoning of 2740 and 2750 N. Baldwin Rd. from SF-2 to R-1. R-1 is single-family residential zoning where the […]

Class collecting donations to help rescued pooches

Teacher Barb Johnston’s fourth-grade class at Oxford Elementary School (OES) is collecting donations for the K9 Stray Rescue League and students are inviting the community to get involved. From now through Feb. 28, folks are encouraged to donate collars, leashes, paper towels, newspapers, peanut butter that does not contain xylitol, Milk Bones, canned dog food, […]

Women’s Club offering scholarships

The Oxford Women’s Club is pleased to announce their 2018 Scholarship program for graduating Oxford students. Winners will be awarded a minimum of $1,000 each. Students must be living within the Oxford School District or attending an Oxford area school. Students need only a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale to be eligible. Scholarships are […]

Master plan draft done, three boards to discuss it

After months of work and discussion, a draft of the updated Oxford Township master plan has been completed. “I’m pretty pleased with what happened there,” said Planning Commissioner Tom Berger during last week’s meeting. “I think it turned out quite nice.” The draft will be discussed during a special joint meeting between the planning commission, […]

Ice golfers to tee off in Lakeville

With the XXIII Olympic Winter Games in full swing, the eyes of the world are on PyeongChang, South Korea as athletes attempt to ski, skate and curl their way to gold medals. But there’s one unique winter sport that isn’t represented – ice golf. Fortunately, local fans will be able to get their fill of […]

Leonard band cranks out ‘thrash grass’

It’s always great to see an innovative band make waves. The Native Howl, which practices and records out of its private studio in Leonard, is no exception with its hard-hitting “thrash grass” style. The band’s lead singer-guitarist Alex Holycross, of Leonard, began playing music at a young age and focused on creating metal-style music through […]

Public Safety

Feb. 12: Oxford Village Police were dispatched to an apartment located in the 90 block of S. Washington Rd. at 2:11 p.m. in response to the “potential overdose” of an Oxford woman. Upon arrival, police found an Oxford man administering CPR and were advised by him that “it was possible” the woman had overdosed on […]

Addison Library celebrating milestone

Addison Library celebrating milestone

Jaema Berman, director of the Addison Township Public Library, is inviting everyone to help celebrate the local institution’s 40th anniversary with “fine forgiveness” coupons this month and a big party on Tuesday, April 17. Photo by C.J. Carnacchio. Turning 40 can be a tough pill for some folks to swallow, but not the Addison Township […]