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University of Mississippi:
SouthTalks Focus on 'Reading the South'
by Rebecca Lauck Cleary
Fall slate kicks off September 2 with a look at gas station food across the region
SouthTalks is a series of events – including lectures, performances, film screenings, and panel discussions – that explore the interdisciplinary nature of Southern studies. All events are at Barnard Observatory, unless otherwise noted, and are free and open to the public. Read more
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University of Mississippi:
Science and Superheroes: Ole Miss Researcher Speaks at Comic-Con
by Clara Turnage
Ambassadors spread excitement for science at international comic and sci-fi convention
Marine biologist Tamar Goulet has shared her love of science and curiosity in classrooms and professional conferences around the world. This summer, she joined George Lucas, Queen Latifah, and Ryan Gosling to bring that love to the stages of San Diego Comic-Con International. Read more
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University of Mississippi:
Broadway, jazz, gospel and holiday shows take the stage
The 2025-26 season at the Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts will bring world-class performers, beloved classics and popular new productions to the University of Mississippi. Read more
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Local Literary News:
Oxford Honors Jack Sonni with Book Release for SAGAMORE
by Davis Coen
On Sunday, August 3, downtown Oxford filled with music and heartfelt reflection as the community gathered to celebrate the release of Sagamore, the debut novel by the late Jack Sonni. The event, held at Proud Larry's, was more than just a book launch - it was a farewell and a spirited tribute to a beloved creative force who left a lasting mark on our local landscape. Read more
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Local Issues:
by Drew Stevens
City of Oxford is set to vote to accept bids for the sale of historic Antebellum home held in public trust
There’s a buzz around Oxford this Holiday weekend, and it’s not coming from The Grove or Vaught Hemingway Stadium, but another local landmark around the corner from Avent Park: the house on the hill known as Cedar Oaks. Read more
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Local Views: Photo of the Week
"1979 shot of the north side of The Square"
by John Cofield
A Facebook message sometimes just disappears. I just got one from someone wanting to know about this side of The Square, back in the day. Hope he sees this post. Allen Blumberg's 1979 shot of The Square. See the photo here
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Local Views: Lafayette County Master Gardeners
"The Master Gardener Volunteer Program"
by Bronwynne Bailey
The Lafayette County Master Gardener Association (LCMGA) is sponsored and directed by Mississippi State University Extension.
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Local Views: The View From The Balcony
"When You Pray, Move Your Feet: Minneapolis in Mourning"
by Randy Weeks
The news broke on Wednesday morning, August 27, 2025. Early into the first mass of the new school year at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, a shooter unleashed a vicious attack on the worshippers. Read more
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Local Theatre:
"Sing, Sing, Sing" Will Fill The Powerhouse with the Music of the American Songbook
The timeless classics of composers such as Richard Rogers and Lorenz Hart, Harold Arlen, George and Ira Gershwin, and Irving Berlin will be heard again
A fundraising event for Theatre Oxford’s 2025–2026 season, the songfest will feature some of the community’s finest performers, including Justin Wadkins, Effie Burt, Courtney Mize, and Brooke Worthy. Read more
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University of Mississippi:
Treatment shows promise for cancer that targets young women, Black women
Triple-negative breast cancer is particularly aggressive and difficult to treat; but recent research may offer a new way to target the often-deadly disease. Read more
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University of Mississippi:
Gift Supports Great Teachers Who Inspire
by Tina H. Hahn
Atkinsons fund second faculty chair in STEM education
With a second gift of $1.5 million, Elaine and Dr. Rhett Atkinson, of Sedona, Arizona, expanded their support of University of Mississippi faculty in the fields of biology, chemistry, and biochemistry, computer science, mathematics, and physics and astronomy. Read more
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University of Mississippi:
Ole Miss Recognizes Record Group of Stamps Impact Prize Winners
by Clara Turnage
Student projects to investigate congenital heart defects, food addiction, women in the arts
The Stamps Impact Prize will help 15 students study a range of topics from symphony conducting to bridging the language gap in public health. The university recognized the spring 2025 cohort of recipients during a recent ceremony in the Paul B. Johnson Commons. Read more
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University of Mississippi:
by Clara Turnage
New agreement gives Ole Miss students access to experts, training, career paths
The Department of the Navy signed an educational partnership with Ole Miss on Thursday, August 28 to offer education, on-the-ground training, and research opportunities for students while preparing them for critical national security career paths. Read more
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University of Mississippi:
by Marisa C. Atkinson
Samantha Ragan gains medical insights, cultural perspective through summer program
Sparked by a love of travel and aspirations of becoming a doctor, University of Mississippi junior Samantha Ragan experienced the best of both worlds when she spent time in Italy this summer as part of a global health fellowship program. Read more
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Local Views: Lafayette County Master Gardeners
"Spotted Lanternfly"
by Bronwynne Bailey
Keep your eyes open for the spotted lanternfly! This very invasive species is spreading in the United States and has made its way as far south as Tennessee. It is likely to find its way into Mississippi at some point, and any observations should be reported immediately. Contact your county's MSU Extension office or the Mississippi Department of Agriculture. Read more
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Obituary:
Elizabeth Rainey Dabney
(September 9, 1984–August 26, 2025)
Elizabeth was a fiercely loyal and loving friend and sister to all, having touched countless lives through her devotion to her well-loved communities. She made an indelible impact on Big Bad Breakfast, where she served as Minister of Culture and evangelized the virtues of character and selfless service. She was an open book in her four-year-long cancer journey, inspiring others to live life fully in all circumstances. She exemplified the term that she used to describe her attitude toward life: thriver. Read more about Elizabeth's life
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Mississippi:
Event to help promote and support adult education and workforce training efforts for lower-income Mississippians across the state
Now celebrating a decade of life-changing work, 2nd Chance MS continues its mission to promote and support adult education and workforce training for lower-income adults in Mississippi. By partnering with the state’s 15 community colleges, the organization funds programs that eliminate barriers for motivated students seeking to earn their High School Equivalency or workforce certifications. Read more
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University of Mississippi:
Cannabis Chemist, Mushroom Explorer and Mentor Leaves Ole Miss Smiling
by Marisa C. Atkinson
Samir Ross retires after 30 years of groundbreaking discoveries and generations of students
After more than 30 years of teaching and research at the University of Mississippi, and more than five decades overall, pharmacy professor Samir Ross is hanging up his lab coat and retiring.
"I always told people that I would never retire; research and teaching is a part of who I am," Ross said. "But sometimes, life reminds us to slow down." Read more
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University of Mississippi:
by Tina H. Hahn
Victoria Brooks supports Ole Miss students' travel abroad
Virginia Fossier Brooks has been traveling abroad almost every year for as long as she can remember, and now she is helping University of Mississippi students benefit from the life-changing experiences of travel. Read more
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University of Mississippi:
by Marisa C. Atkinson
Chancellor Glenn Boyce and CBS News' Conor Knighton encourage students to explore, lead
The event serves as the initial bookend of students' Ole Miss career, and university officials were there to welcome and encourage them. Tuesday's ceremony marked the 177th time the school welcomed new students into the Ole Miss family. Read more
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University of Mississippi:
Tiny Waves, Big Impact: Study Finds New Way to Control Fluid in Space
by Clara Turnage
Researchers use water's shape, behavior to control liquid in new study
Liquids can provide some especially tricky challenges for space travelers, but new research from the University of Mississippi could help engineer smarter, more efficient fluid control in zero- and low-gravity environments. Read more
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