Oxford’s 2024 Produce of the Year: A flavorful vegetable from a local grower
Each year, James Rubenstein picks his local Produce of the Year. This year's selection is a flavorful variety of a classic vegetable.
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Oxford Township reports electric bill savings for residents
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As Oxford officials consider solutions to improve alleys, staff raise public safety concerns
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Oxford adopts route for northwestern trail arc, approves funding method for Housing Trust
Oxford City Council approved a route for the northwest arc of the Oxford Area Trail System, which will complete a loop around the city. Later, council members passed a resolution aimed at funding the city's Housing Trust.
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