Crime
Oxford man arrested for allegedly pointing a weapon while driving
An Oxford man is facing a DUI charge after witnesses claim he was pointing a weapon while driving. On Oct. 27 at approximately 10:49 p.m., ...
Jake Thompson, Author at The Oxford Eagle
Newsletter
Regents’ cross-country program blossoming two years in
It is tough to do what Regents School of Oxford’s cross-country program has done the past two years, but the Lions have made it look ...
by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 29, 2020 12:39 pm
Education
Oxford School District’s CTE building project moving forward
The Oxford School District’s plan to offer career and technical education (CTE) courses on their campuses next fall took a big step forward this week. ...
by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 29, 2020 11:31 am
Lafayette Sports
Week 9 Preview: Blue Devils, Chargers and ‘Dores look to secure home playoff games
The regular season comes to a close for several teams this week, including Water Valley, while No. 2 Oxford and Lafayette have a couple more ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 28, 2020 8:00 am
Lafayette Sports
Oxford swimming post strong finishes at state meet
In what was a unique year in the pool for high school swimming, Oxford managed to have one of the program’s best seasons. Oxford’s girls ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 27, 2020 1:06 pm
Crime
Canton man arrested after attempted carjacking
A Canton man is facing a carjacking charge following an incident on Jackson Avenue this past weekend. On Oct. 24, officers with the Oxford Police ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 27, 2020 11:36 am
Education
Oxford School District extends contract of Brian Harvey
Brian Harvey will continue to be the superintendent of the Oxford School District for at least three more years. The OSD Board of Trustees approved ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 27, 2020 10:38 am
Ole Miss Sports
Lane Kiffin expresses frustration following call with SEC office
Much was said between Lane Kiffin and the Southeastern Conference office when the two spoke on the phone Monday, but very little can be repeated. ...
by Jake Thompson, Monday, October 26, 2020 2:18 pm
Events
Oxford Christmas Parade will happen — with some changes
Oxford is still planning to celebrate Christmas in 2020, but the annual Christmas Parade is going to look a little different due to COVID-19. The ...
by Jake Thompson, Monday, October 26, 2020 11:48 am
Lafayette Sports
This Week in Prep Sports (Oct. 26 – 31)
LAFAYETTE Thursday (Oct. 29): Soccer vs. Tupelo, Girls 5 p.m./Boys 7 p.m. Friday (Oct. 30): Football vs. Columbus, 7 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 31): Girls Basketball ...
by Jake Thompson, Monday, October 26, 2020 8:00 am
Newsletter
Ole Miss drops third straight in last-minute loss to Auburn
Turnovers and missed opportunities plagued Ole Miss once again on Saturday and cost them a chance at their second win of the season. With a ...
by Jake Thompson, Saturday, October 24, 2020 3:55 pm
Lafayette Sports
Lafayette handles New Hope for fourth straight region win
COLUMBUS — Lafayette is one step closer to achieving something they have not yet accomplished since moving up to Class 5A. The Commodores seemingly secured ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, October 23, 2020 9:31 pm
Events
Halloween events taking place in the LOU beginning this weekend
Despite COVID-19 putting a pause on many traditional holiday events and activities, Halloween in Oxford is still set to go on as scheduled – with ...
by Jake Thompson, Friday, October 23, 2020 12:11 pm
Crime
Oxford Police Department participating in National Drug Take Back Day
For those who have unwanted or unused prescription drugs they would like to dispose of, the Oxford Police Department will take them off their hands ...
by Jake Thompson, Thursday, October 22, 2020 12:51 pm
Crime
Oxford man arrested for statutory rape
An Oxford man is facing a rape charge following an incident earlier this week. On Oct. 19, investigators with the Lafayette County Sheriff’s Department arrested ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 21, 2020 10:58 am
Business
City revokes two outdoor dining licenses due to multiple ordinance violations
After warning restaurants and bars they could lose their outdoor dining licenses if they continued to receive citations for violating the Governor’s executive orders and ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 21, 2020 10:53 am
Lafayette County
Board of Aldermen will not take legal action over statue property ownership
The issue between the City of Oxford and Lafayette County regarding who may own the land on which the Confederate statue resides has been set ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 21, 2020 9:34 am
Lafayette Sports
Week 8 Preview: Blue Devils, Chargers look to better postseason standing; Dores trying to get in
Everything is still in front of Lafayette, Oxford and Water Valley as the regular football season is nearing its conclusion. The Blue Devils and Chargers ...
by Jake Thompson, Wednesday, October 21, 2020 8:00 am
Crime
Oxford man arrested for domestic violence
An Oxford man is facing an aggravated assault and domestic violence charge. On Oct. 19, officers with the Oxford Police Department were sent to Baptist ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 20, 2020 12:35 pm
Crime
Corinth man arrested for armed robbery
A Corinth man is facing a robbery charge after attempting to rob a woman of money. On Oct. 19, an officer with the Oxford Police ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 20, 2020 12:31 pm
Lafayette County
Governor Reeves declares Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week
Governor Tate Reeves declared this week as Fall Severe Weather Preparedness Week in Mississippi with an official proclamation. In 2019, a record-breaking 115 tornadoes were ...
by Jake Thompson, Tuesday, October 20, 2020 12:30 pm
Business
Oxford sees sales tax revenue increase 19 percent in August
With businesses opening back up and students returning for the fall semester, the City of Oxford saw an increase in sales tax collection for the ...