Okra plays essential role in recipes in multiple cultures
From India to the Deep South to southwest Ohio, okra has found its way into recipes everywhere.
Oxford
Alley lot moratorium extended, city votes to let lease option agreement for solar project expire
Developers will have to wait until January for a moratorium on alley lot development to lift. After three years of waiting for progress on a solar project, City Council voted to let the current option to lease agreement expire.
Assault outside Brick Street Bar leads to criminal charges
An assault Sept. 7 has led to charges for two suspects, including a felony count for strangulation. The assault occurred outside Brick Street Bar.
New nonprofit brings cancer patients, survivors and caregivers together with art
The Gritty Canvas, a new nonprofit founded by a Miami University professor, brings cancer patients like Barb Michael together through art. The environment is free from pressure on participants to talk about their diagnoses.
Oxford’s older residents stay active — and competitive — with Masters Games
The Masters Games have given members of Oxford Seniors opportunities to compete in dozens of sports and other contests in its 35 years.
Ohio’s largest native fruit is ripe on trees now
Pawpaws aren't as popular as some mass-grown fruits like apples and bananas, but they're just as good. Make sure to eat them quickly so they don't spoil.
Oxford proposes largest capital improvement plan in city history
The city's plan, which will be finalized in November and is still subject to revisions, includes $18.9 million in funding for improvements to the water treatment plant.