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Jim Gierenger stands behind a booth with colorful tomato varieties

Heirlooms and hybrids: Dozens of tomato varieties available in Oxford

Last time Board President James Rubenstein tried to count the number of unique types of local tomatoes available in Oxford, he got to more than 70. Different varieties have different health benefits and flavor profiles.

The Oxford Lane Library entrance on a sunny day

‘Write’ Uptown: Taking advantage of the local library

In this month's edition of "Write" Uptown, Sally Roi answers a reader's question on how to make the most of the Oxford Lane Library.

Reflections: Lieutenant William L. Calley, Jr. and Vietnam

Reflections: Lieutenant William L. Calley, Jr. and Vietnam

Following the death of Lieutenant William L. Calley, Jr., Oxford Free Press board member Allan Winkler writes that Americans must confront the dark parts of American history, including the My Lai Massacre during the Vietnam War.

Several people stand near a table piled high with corn

Cooking corn this summer? Try a microwave, seriously

Columnist and Oxford Free Press Board President solves the age old question of how to cook your corn.

Cars park in diagonal spaces along High Street

The Old Townie: Prepping for parking as students return

Columnist Steve Schnabl has experience both making J-Turns and losing out on parking spots because of them. As students to return to campus, Schnabl is preparing for Oxford's parking situation to get noticeably fuller once more.

Two volunteers sit behind a table with signs about registering to vote

How to register to vote and update your information ahead of the Nov. 5 election

Guest columnist Kathie Brinkman, co-president of the League of Women Voters of Oxford, offers advice on how to make sure you're registered to vote in this year's election.

Black and white portrait photo of John Jones in a suit

Local Legends: Freedom and glory

For decades during the 19th century, the Jones family of Butler County helped fugitive slaves escape prosecution on the Underground Railroad and fought for the freedom of all during the Civil War.