Madison Mayfield, 23, of Lake Oswego, Oregon, has successfully made her mark in the art world, both here in Oxford and on a major national television network.
How an Oxford artist found inspiration from tragedy
Two Saltillo filmmakers say Mississippi film scene is growing
With many people practicing “social distancing” because of the coronavirus, it isn’t difficult to think about the many dystopian films that have been released over the years.
New Wave, New Rave: ‘The Delta Boys’ partner for special project
Often referred to by locals as a “hidden gem,” Satterfield’s Pottery is on the rise in Oxford due to the high demand of exquisite, handcrafted pottery.
Deep Cover: Oxford man Spills details of his life as an undercover agent
Warriors come in many forms. Charlie Spillers is an unassuming man, but a warrior on many playgrounds. From Vietnam, to undercover agent, to prosecuting the highest level criminals on the planet, he’s also an author.
Water Valley seamstress refashions the art of quilting
A Water Valley seamstress is taking a classic artform and refashioning it in her own unique way.
Mississippi artist turns Oxford into a Whimsical town
Some Oxford citizens have turned the joy of creating art into a business. Studio Whimzy, an art studio located at 807 College Hill Road across from Pat Lamar Park, was created by Sarah Kathryn Dossett Bridgers.
Divide and Conquer: The Pearl Divide continues success after releasing first album
Grab some musically talented friends, instruments, and head down to the basement. You never know, you might just start a new band and make a little spending money too.
Experts say dancing can have positive impact on mental health
An Oxford dance studio owner says there is a direct connection between dancing and improved mental health, and experts agree.
For many, becoming part of the Ole Miss Drumline is a childhood dream come true
You begin to hear what is coming before they reach you. The Ole Miss Drumline is just one part of the Pride of the South Marching Band and, perhaps, the most noticeable.
Jackson fitness instructor teaches clients how to Bounce Back Jumping
A Jackson fitness instructor has leaped into the world of book publishing to help others Bounce Back from weight gain.
Oxford Film Festival postponed because of coronavirus health concerns
The Oxford Film Festival Board of Directors and staff announced Friday that because of public health concerns regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19), the 2020 Oxford Film Festival, scheduled for March 18-22, has been postponed.
University of Mississippi Parade of Beauties winner educates the community about dyslexia
Tupelo native Helen McDougald is a lifelong pageant girl who is hoping to use her platform about dyslexia and the arts to influence the University of Mississippi and Oxford communities.
Column: K-Pop! Oh My Gosh! Ole Miss dance group is breaking cultural boundaries
Ole Miss Generation, widely known as OMG, is a popular K-pop dance group dedicated to spreading K-pop in the South at the University of Mississippi.
Mental Health Matters: UM students create new group on campus for minority students
Marcus Anderson, a junior at the University of Mississippi, first realized he was dealing with depression at age 19 during college.
“It kind of took a long time for me, actually, even when I was a child,” he said. “When I finally got on my own when I went to college, I realized that, throughout my whole life, I was going through depression.”
Ravine: A gastronomic destination worthy of a road trip
You may already be wondering, What does ‘gastronomic’ mean? The word refers to gastronomy, or the practice or art of choosing, cooking and eating good food. These days, it may be difficult to find a restaurant of exceptional gastronomy. However, you may find that Ravine meets and exceeds all expectations.
The End of All Music: How vintage tech is innovating the music industry
Your parents probably taught you not to go into alleyways when you were a kid, because those were places where bad things happened. Ignore your parents.
The End of All Music, an independently owned record store in Oxford— with an entrance located in an alleyway—is the opposite of bad.
UM chancellor releases statement about canceled classes and COVID-19
The University of Mississippi will cancel classes March 16-20 and move classes online following an extended break.
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