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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.

Yard signs for Sherrod Brown in Kamala Harris in a front yard

Young Voters: Energized … and disillusioned

Oxford is a college town, and many students may be first-time voters. Columnist Richard Campbell writes that young voters make up one of the hardest demographics for candidates to reach.

Trees, some bear, some yellow and some green, behind a boardwalk

How weather patterns play a role in fall colors

Oxford is hitting peak fall foliage colors this week. Weather patterns and climate change impact when the brightest colors can be seen, and for how long.

Several items including a candle, crystals, a match and a book that says "tarot"

Witchcraft: Fun today, mass executions in an earlier time

Today, many think of witches as Halloween and horror movie staples. From 1500-1700, though, being accused of being a witch in Europe or America led to serious consequences.

McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital from the outside

McCullough-Hyde Foundation awards more than $60,000 in grants for local orgs

TOPSS, the Oxford Community Arts Center and other local organizations were among grant recipients this fall.

Cars parked in front of the Oxford Courthouse

Oxford proposes increased budget for 2025

City staff and officials considered Oxford's proposed budget for 2025 during a work session Oct. 17. General fund expenditures could increase by more than 10% under the proposal.

Citizen of the Year award nominations open now

Citizen of the Year award nominations open now

Each year, the Kiwanis Club of Oxford recognizes volunteers in the community for having a positive impact on the city.