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State library funding safe — for now — as locals consider long-term sustainability

While the Ohio House backtracked on a proposal that would have limited state funding to libraries, local library staff and patrons worry that the new proposal could make funding more precarious in the future.

Attendance grows at Oxford's anti-Trump rallies

As organizers in Oxford continue to hold rallies protesting Trump administration policies, attendance has swelled from a few dozen participants in February to a few hundred now.

OPD responds to domestic violence and theft cases

Aside from two high-profile incidents with major police presence, Oxford police responded to domestic violence, theft and other calls last week.

Housing Commission recommends new affordable housing plan for Hester Road development

After receiving four proposals for affordable housing developments on Hester Road, Oxford's Housing Advisory Commission is recommending moving forward with one proposal focused on housing for adults with developmental disabilities.

Cincinnati FBI leads bomb squad operation in Oxford; what court records show

A Mason man accused of creating unregistered explosive devices has been released from jail on bond. The FBI Cincinnati Field Office led joint operations last week related to the incident, including in Oxford where the suspect is alleged to have shipped materials.

Talawanda High School student dies in house fire

Talawanda High School has confirmed that a student died in a house fire April 22. The student, who was a senior, has not been identified.

30 years later, friends and family remember the impact of three student deaths on their lives

30 years ago, a car accident took the life of three Talawanda teens. Today, their friends and family still remember them and the impact they had on the community.

Parent plans to file class action lawsuit against Talawanda as board votes to censure board member

Dueling accusations of misconduct flew during a recent Talawanda board meeting. Dawn King was censured and a parent said she planned to file a class action lawsuit against the district for violating student privacy.

Local Legends: America’s apiculturist

Lorenzo Lorraine Langstroth has a place in both Oxford history and American beekeeping history for pioneering the Langstroth hive..

Local writers share their stories at author fair

Local authors shared their work with the community during Oxford Lane Library's first author fair last weekend.

On My Plate: Local eggs

Eggs are one of the foods most associated with Easter, and Oxford has multiple options to buy locally, even in the midst of rising egg prices nationally.

Chocolate Euphoria brings crepes with Middle Eastern flair; temporarily closes for license issue

Chocolate Euphoria opened an Oxford location earlier this month but hit a snag due to food licensing issues. The owners hope to resolve the issue quickly and keep serving Middle East-inspired crepes.

Miami to disband diversity-focused centers following passage of state higher education bill

Miami will cease operations for multiple offices and centers ahead of the effective date of Senate Bill 1, a state law which targets diversity efforts at higher education institutions.

TOPSS meets increased demand for services, director says in annual update

TOPSS provided food to nearly 3500 people and kept more than 100 households in their homes through rent and utility assistance last year.