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Stella Powers

Stella Powers

Stella Powers, a reporter for the Oxford Free Press, is a sophomore journalism major at Miami University from Wooster, Ohio. She can be reached at powers40@miamioh.edu

A view of the entrance to Uptown Threads featuring a haiku window cling

Oxford community shares love for fall season with ‘Harvest Haiku’ project

Local businesses are displaying haiku written by residents to celebrate the autumn season.

Miami students walking across Miami's campus in between classes

Miami precincts have lowest voter turnout rates in county

In past elections, the voter turnout for precincts centered on Miami University's campus has been under 20% in some cases. Among the causes, college students who graduate and don't update their voter registration could impact the numbers.

A view of red and purple lights in front of Brian Gardner's house as part of his Halloween display

Oxford resident transforms home into a computer-programmed Halloween light show

Each year, Brian Gardner turns his yard into a Halloween light show timed to music, complete with spiders, gravestones and more.

A view of the front counter at the restaurant featuring a pink light-up Esencia Latina sign

Esencia Latina brings unique Latin cuisine from various countries to Oxford

A new Latin restaurant recently opened in Oxford, aiming to expose locals to Central American cuisine that goes beyond Mexican food.

A view of the American flag in a cloudy sky

Stars & Stripes program celebrates 10th year

Since 2015, the Rotary Club of Oxford has encouraged patriotism in town with its Stars & Stripes program.

A view of the front entrance to The Bird House Antiques from the sidewalk

The Bird House Antiques brings vintage finds to Oxford community

The Bird House Antiques has been an Oxford staple for decades. Owner Bertie Wespiser said her patrons enjoy the history behind the vintage pieces she sells.

A display constructed out of wood pallets featuring pumpkins, mums, other plants and a tall skeleton

Fall events in Oxford to celebrate the Halloween season

Looking for ways to get into the Halloween spirit? Look no further than our collection of fall and Halloween-themed events happening in Oxford throughout October.