It’s the end of an era for the Oxford Village Police Department. At a special meeting held the morning of Friday, Feb. 3, council voted 4-1 to accept Police Chief Mike Neymanowski’s resignation. “I agree with a lot of people here – it’s time for a change,” he told council. “I’ve been in this position, […]
Spencer Kelly is cleaning up in the business world – literally. The 15-year-old Oxford Virtual Academy student is the founder and owner of The Expedition Soap Co., which sells handcrafted soaps made in small batches using a variety of all-natural ingredients. “Anyone can start a business here. That’s why I love America so much,” said […]
Ron Davis isn’t just the director of the Oxford Township Parks and Recreation Department, he’s now its award-winning director. Last week, Davis was presented with the Grand Award from the Michigan Recreation and Park Association (mParks) during the organization’s annual conference and trade show in Grand Rapids. “He’s an inspirational leader,” said mParks Executive Director […]
In addition to his state award, Oxford Township Parks and Recreation Director Ron Davis was also honored last week by his alma mater, Central Michigan University. He received the 2016-17 Distinguished Alumnus Award from the university’s Department of Recreation, Parks and Leisure Services Administration. “In the history of our program, we have had well over […]
In order to stay afloat, the Oxford varsity swim program is inviting the public to attend its “Sink or Swim” fund-raising event at the high school pool on Sunday, Feb. 12 from 1-3 p.m. The event will offer loads of family fun, including relay and one-on-one races, poolside games, 50/50 and themed-basket raffles, and even […]
By David Fleet Editor of The Citizen GOODRICH – The Oxford Bank branch, 8125 State Road, has closed as of Jan. 31 and was sold to another financial institution. The Burton-based ELGA Credit Union purchased the 2,800-square-foot retail banking facility, which opened in January 2005 as Oxford Bank’s seventh full service branch. “In hindsight the […]
Is there anything better on a cold and dark winter night than a steaming hot plate with a heaping helping of spaghetti? No. That’s why everyone is invited to a spaghetti dinner fund-raiser on Friday, Feb. 10 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. in the Oxford High School cafeteria. Cost is $5 per person and $20 […]
Cabin fever got you down? Escape the winter blahs! Immanuel Congregational United Church of Christ is having an Ice Cream Social for all members of our community on Saturday, Feb. 11 from 2-4 pm. There will be activities for the kids as well as cards and board games for adults. There is no admission fee. […]
Addison Township’s emerging senior program passed a milestone last week, when approximately 60 residents attended its meet-and-greet event Jan. 30. The event highlighted the new senior program, which is set to operate out of Addison Township Hall’s community room. All senior activities will be planned and organized by Senior Coordinator Marie May, who was recently […]
With three new board members, Oxford’s board of education has its sights set on the future for students and staff throughout the district. One focus that board members consistently mentioned during recent interviews with this reporter is a push towards providing vocational options in education for students. “If there was ever a time to explore […]