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Historic marker in front of Bonham House

Old buildings, new developments and alternative visions

As Oxford develops its first Historic Preservation Plan, Miami University has repeatedly considered razing and rebuilding on historic properties. What happens when towns and universities have competing priorities?

With new state legislation, parents worry about LGBTQ students

With new state legislation, parents worry about LGBTQ students

New state laws in Ohio including the so-called "Parents Bill of Rights" and "Bathroom Bill" have some parents concerned about the health and safety of LGBTQ students at Talawanda.

Donald Trump stands next to a border wall with American flags behind him

Political uncertainty looms over Talawanda board meeting; routine contract renewal hits snag

President Donald Trump's flurry of action in the past month, plus new state laws and an executive budget proposal, could all impact education at the Talawanda School District in the coming year.

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.

A car radio

Automakers vs. AM radio

If leaders in the car industry have their way, future car models won't have AM radio. That move would put Americans at risk, particularly during emergencies which government agencies rely on AM radio to communicate about.

Upham Hall seen through the trees

Lawyer leading Miami University negotiations with faculty union named in criminal indictment

The Ohio Investigative Unit and the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor's Office have named a lawyer working for Miami University in an indictment related to illegal bars. The lawyer, who has been working on union negotiations, is accused of tampering with records.

A woman holds orange edibles in a circular metal container

Recreational marijuana sales begin in Oxford

As dispensaries across the state opened their doors Aug. 6, it was to customers legally buying recreational marijuana for the first time. Oxford's two dispensaries have both officially begun selling products for recreational use.