New count reveals increased homelessness in Oxford, Butler County
New data from a point in time count shows that Oxford's homeless population increased by nearly 25% in the past year, but that's still a smaller increase than across Butler County.
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Guest Column: Ukraine’s children and the war
Guest columnist Stephen Norris reflects on how three years of Russia's full-scale invasion into Ukraine have changed the children who live there.
Miami and Oxford partner on airport improvements
After partnering with the CVG to manage the Miami University Airport, Miami and Oxford are looking at ways to further develop the space for research and economic development.
Obituary: Jan Ruggles
Jan Ruggles, 73, of Medina, Ohio, passed away peacefully on Aug. 22, 2024. Fun-loving and sociable, Jan thrived around people and was happiest spending time with her family and friends, who will miss her contagious laughter.
Born on Sept. 29, 1950, in Durham, North Carolina, Jan was the youngest child
Obituary: Kiven Johnson
Kiven M. Johnson, age 65, died Feb. 27, 2025.
Kiven was born to Mary Nell Parker in Oxford, Ohio on Oct. 27, 1959. He's the beloved husband of Christy (nee Abrams) Johnson; loving brother of Korey (Cindy) Burum, Winona Dickerson, Mae Jessop, Bobby Johnson and James Johnson, Jr.
Obituary: Darrell L. Day
Darrell L. Day, age 65 of Oxford, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Kettering Hospital Hamilton on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Darrell was born in Hamilton, Ohio on Sept. 10, 1959, to Robert Day and Wanda Fern (Wyatt) Day. Darrell worked at Day’s Sunoco for over 40
Local Legends: A principled principal
Helen Peabody was one of the most important figures in the history of the Western College for Women.
Oxford Parks and Recreation Director to leave role for Eaton
Casey Wooddell is leaving his role with the City of Oxford after a 17-year career that spanned from sports coordinator to director of Parks and Recreation.
Eaton resident charged with felonies after allegedly headbutting Oxford police officer
An Eaton woman is facing two felony charges after an altercation with police in Oxford, in addition to a charge related to underage drinking. Nine additional people were cited for underage drinking in the same week.
Oxford introduces string of ordinances for next trail phase; two properties remain tension points
As Oxford prepares to start construction on Phase Five of the city's trail system, disagreements over the alignment have caused concern. Two property owners want to negotiate further, but city officials say it's too late to change the route itself.
Is our recycling actually recycled? What to know about waste management in Oxford
Not everything that goes into a recycling bin ends up recycled. Here's what you can do locally to increase the odds that your recycling doesn't end up in a landfill.
Oxford residents plan rally to support science
As President Donald Trump continues to cut funding and fire federal employees in an effort to reshape the federal government, people locally and nationally are calling for scientific research to continue receiving funding.
Local couple’s civil rights activism spans decades
Bill and Sybil Miller met at Miami University more than 60 years ago and have stayed active fighting for social justice together since then.
Balanced Bites: How do nuts support heart health?
In the first edition of Balanced Bites, columnist Holly Larson explores the varied health benefits of nuts, from heart health to weight management.