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Tip of the Week:
The Walmart app is useless
"The app is always wrong. Don't trust it."
- Oxford Walmart Customer Service Manager,
December 18, 2024
¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Shop local this holiday season!
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The Oxford Grillehouse Balcony NOW HIRING Head Mixologist, General Manager, Assistant Manager, Bar Manager Email inquiries and resumes to Reservations@TheGrillehouse.com | |
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Local Views:
by Phoebe Cramer
At the heart of the Oxford Community Market lies more than just fresh produce and handmade goods; it’s a place where stories, passion, and community spirit come together. Every Tuesday year-round, from 3 to 6:30 pm, the Old Armory Pavilion transforms into a wonderful event, thanks to the nonprofit organization led by Betsy Chapman. Focused on food access and community connection, the market has thrived under the leadership of its dedicated director.
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Local Festivals:
2025 Double Decker Arts Festival Official Artist Selected
Visit Oxford is thrilled to announce Sarah Buzzell as the official artist for the 2025 Double Decker Arts Festival, set to take place April 25–26, 2025, in Oxford, Mississippi. A talented artist from Tupelo, Buzzell brings a unique blend of whimsical realism to her work, capturing the essence of her subjects with a playful spirit that brings joy to viewers of all ages.
Read more at The Local Voice
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University of Mississippi:
Delta Connections Garner Award for UM Author
by Rebecca Lauck Cleary
Ralph Eubanks named president of Authors Guild
Writing has been a lifelong pursuit for Ralph Eubanks, one that has led him through the publishing world, academia and the Library of Congress. The University of Mississippi alumnus recently received two honors that reflect this success in practicing and supporting the craft of writing.
Read more at the Local Voice
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Local Athletics:
Ole Miss Football 2025 Schedule Unveiled
Ole Miss Football now has its entire slate for the 2025 season following a primetime unveiling on ESPN2 and SEC Network by the Southeastern Conference last week
Similar to the 2024 SEC football schedule, during the 2025 season teams will play eight conference games plus one required opponent from the ACC, Big Ten, Big 12, or major independent. Schools will play the same opponents in 2025 that they did in 2024, with sites changed for equal home and away competition over the course of two seasons. This past season was the first to feature newcomers Oklahoma and Texas in the SEC.
Read more at The Local Voice
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Local Business:
More than $30,000 awarded to student entrepreneurs to fund their businesses
"The Servin' the South Business Model Competition is quickly becoming a premier event in the Southeast for university entrepreneurs," said Rich Gentry, CIE co-director. "This competition not only showcases our region but also provides a phenomenal learning experience for students eager to develop real-world business skills."
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John Cofield’s Photo of the Week:
“Caboose Hill”
A practicing attorney, Phillip Bryant was a real railroad history buff as well. In 1971. he bought his caboose for $200.00. He then got a special permit and zoning ordinance, laid the rails himself by hand, had the caboose brought in by truck, painted it bright red, cleaned up the lot and planted greenery, and hung out his shingle.
See the photo and read more here
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Local Holiday:
“The city is a truly special place every holiday season, and we’re thrilled to make it shine even brighter this year with the addition of Walk of Lights,” said Kinney Ferris, executive director of Visit Oxford.
The Holly Jolly Holidays have arrived, and Visit Oxford MS has unveiled the full lineup for its fifth annual celebration, offering even more festive ways to enjoy the season. Taking place now through January 5, 2025 at the new location of mTrade Park, Holly Jolly Holidays will introduce the Walk of Lights, a dazzling display of custom-designed illuminations that pays homage to Oxford’s history from the famous Double Decker Bus to the Oxford skyline.
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Local Views: The View From The Balcony by Randy Weeks
Last week I had the unique opportunity to have an interview with one of the most elusive characters associated with Christmas—Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
See Randy's view at The Local Voice
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Local Views: Lafayette County Master Gardeners by Bronwynne Bailey
Watch the weather! Mississippi is known for its unpredictable weather; don’t let a sudden cold snap ruin your plants. Bring cold-sensitive container plants indoors and apply 6 to 8 inches of mulch in your garden or flower beds to protect tender plants.
Learn more at The Local Voice
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Local Views: Photo of the Week by John Cofield
For experimental and medical use only, the Mississippi soil and long hot summers produced the strong stuff, and a good size handful of Oxonians have worked at the fields through the years.
See the card and read more
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