Looking to get active this year? Here's where to start in Oxford
Health and fitness goals are by far the most common New Years resolutions. Oxford has a range of options for people looking to start their fitness journeys in 2025.
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Oxford adopts route for northwestern trail arc, approves funding method for Housing Trust
Oxford City Council approved a route for the northwest arc of the Oxford Area Trail System, which will complete a loop around the city. Later, council members passed a resolution aimed at funding the city's Housing Trust.
Long-planned affordable housing project ends before breaking ground: City cites ‘untenable’ rent prices
Oxford City Council voted to end an agreement with developers for a planned cottage community on Dec. 3. Also during the meeting, council approved a contract for Black Covered Bridge improvements and passed a resolution regarding on-campus developments.
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.
Oxford transportation board makes recommendations for new trail segment after mixed public feedback
After a three-year pause, Oxford is once again making plans to complete the northwest segment of the Oxford Area Trail System.
Oxford’s Climate Action Plan: One year later
Last September, Oxford passed its first-ever Climate Action Plan. Since then, the city has worked to meet its goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2045.
Oxford sets date for annual Hike-a-Thon, Oxtoberfest
Oxford's Hike-a-Thon and Oxtoberfest are set for the same day this September. Attendees who make it to both events will get free commemorative cups.