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Green beans can be combined with other items, such as slivered almonds

On My Plate: Green beans

Green beans used to be widely known as string beans because they had a tough fibrous strip that needed to be removed before cooking and eating.
James Rubenstein Jun 28, 2025
From the Editor: Thank you for reading!

From the Editor: Thank you for reading!

Founding Editor Sean Scott thanks the readers and others who have made the Oxford Free Press possible as his time with the publication comes to an end.
Sean Scott Jun 27, 2025
Richard Campbell was a assistant coach for girls’ basketball when he used to teach high school English

Media Matters: Journeys in journalism

Richard Campbell taught journalism classes for more than 40 years, and he explains what he believes good journalism is.
Richard Campbell Jun 25, 2025
Oxford has many local options for outdoor activites, such as the Oxford Area Trail System.

Health by the numbers: what to focus on

Dietitian Holly Larson says health shouldn't be judged by weight and calories, and suggests alternative numbers to assess your health and wellness.
Holly Larson Jun 24, 2025
Raw kohlrabi cut into sticks in a bowl.

On My Plate: Kohlrabi

Kohlrabi is closely related to cauliflower and can be eaten raw or cooked.
James Rubenstein Jun 21, 2025
President Donald Trump walks and waves.

Reflections: Higher education

Columnist Allan Winkler writes that President Donald Trump is making an effort to dismantle the education system in America.
Allan Winkler Jun 18, 2025
The Old Townie: A vivid memory among many

The Old Townie: A vivid memory among many

Like many in Oxford, Steve Schnabl is looking back on his time knowing Floye Jean Dockery fondly following her death this month.
Steve Schnabl Jun 17, 2025

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