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.
History
Local Legends: A deadly adventure
Little is known about Oxford resident Marcellus Corwin, but his gravestone offers hints about the adventure that ended his life.
The Old Townie: Drugs, smokes and booze
Oxford's pharmacies have changed drastically in the decades since Steve Schnabl moved to the city.
Local Legends: Oxford's First Lady
Caroline Scott Harrison, an Oxford native and wife of the 23rd U.S. President, had a deep appreciation for music, history and women's rights.
Local Legends: King Jack
"King Jack" Samuelson's time in Oxford throughout the mid-20th century took him from businessman to mayor to philanthropist.
Cuba on my mind
For columnist Robert Thurston, Cuba has been a consistent presence in his political awareness since the Bay of Pigs invasion in 1961.
It’s the story, stupid!
Storytelling is our common ground in society, columnist Richard Campbell writes. Stories can help us bond with one another and shape our beliefs.