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A small vehicle plows snow in front of Skyline Chili on High Street

Oxford passes new measures targeting sidewalk snow removal; citizens push back

Oxford City Council unanimously passed an ordinance aimed at ensuring property owners along certain routes clear their sidewalks after snowfall. Some citizens who feel the ordinance goes too far have filed a petition to put the measure on the ballot in November.

Photos of Diane Mullins and George Lang speaking into microphones

Oxford state lawmakers to focus on business and community revitalization through committee assignments

The state representative and state senator representing Oxford in Ohio's government will serve on committees focused on community revitalization, energy, small business and more this legislative session. State Senator George Lang is serving as Senate Majority Whip.

Train tracks covered in snow

Oxford’s cold shelter low on funding after frigid January

Frigid temperatures kept Oxford's cold shelter busy throughout February. The executive director of TOPSS says the program was intended to last through the end of February but had nearly depleted its funds.

Headshots of Chloe McKinney and Gina Roth

Students begin spring reporting internships with Oxford Free Press

Miami University seniors Chloe McKinney and Gina Roth are joining the Oxford Free Press staff as reporting interns this spring.

The TRI Community Center

City, TRI Board considering major expansion of community center

The nonprofit organization in charge of the TRI Community Center is considering efforts to expand the facility and provide more recreational space for the community.

Bell-ringing efforts generate $11.5k for TOPSS

Bell-ringing efforts generate $11.5k for TOPSS

Each year, the Kiwanis Club of Oxford's bell-ringing campaign helps support both TOPSS and the Salvation Army.

Dozens of people gather in the College@Elm building

Oxford Free Press celebrates community support, six months of printing

The Oxford Free Press celebrated passing the six-month mark of its weekly print edition this month and recognized volunteers and donors during a reception.