Local Legends: The pioneer polymath
James McBride's career in Butler County spanned a number of industries, from hotel owner and entrepreneur to Miami University Trustee and even state representative.
Local History
Local trust awards $90k in funding to local history initiatives
The W.E. Smith Family Charitable Trust gave nearly $26,000 in funding to local history programs and initiatives this fall. The trust has provided more than $90,000 in funding to organizations across Southwest Ohio this year.
Historical Society preserves Reily Township’s past, rebuilds sense of community
The Reily Township Historical Society isn't just preserving artifacts related to local history. The organization is also providing a place for neighbors to connect with one another.
New approach to zoning, listing on National Register of Historic Places among suggestions at Oxford town hall
Oxford is in the early stages of a nine-month process to create a unified development code and update its historic preservation guidelines. The city has contracted with consulting firm McKenna to help.
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.
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.