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An image of a vape shop on High Street

Oxford considers updates to tobacco licensing regulations, passes new moratorium on certain short term rentals

During a city council meeting Oct. 1, council members voted in favor of a new short term rental moratorium and accepted an agreement with Oxford Township for fire and EMS services. New regulations on tobacco businesses may also be on the way.

A three-story brick building labeled "Lee and Rosemary Fisher Innovation College@Elm"

College@Elm aims to provide innovation hub for Southwest Ohio businesses

The College@Elm, a partnership between Miami University and Oxford, is meant to give the local economy a boost by diversifying local businesses. Lee Fisher, the building's namesake, and one state representative say they hope the project inspires future innovation centers elsewhere.

Oxford citizens and college students gathering around the pavillion to enjoy the live music

Oxford community gathers uptown for local 'Oxtoberfest' celebration

Oxford residents celebrated the arrival of fall with beer, bounce houses and more during the city's third annual Oxtoberfest.

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‘Write’ Uptown: Making the most of Oxford as a retiree

This week, Sally Roi shares her tips for how older residents can enjoy their time in Oxford, from volunteer opportunities to recreation.

Several dozen people stand on the Oxford Area Trail and cut a red ribbon

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.

A firetruck parks across the yellow line on Campus Avenue

Issue 2: Voters set to decide on Fire and EMS levy to address budget shortfall

This November, Oxford residents will decide whether to pass a levy which would provide $1.284 million per year to the Oxford Fire Department through increased property taxes. Miami University will provide the department with an additional $1.27 million per year, but only if the levy passes.

A plate of fried okra seen from above

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.