Top lawmakers debate the current state of Mississippi education
There are positives and negatives when it comes to Mississippi’s education system.
Blog Post: A Virtual Tour of Oxford, MS
Griffin Neal gfneal@go.olemiss.edu Intricately situated within the Mississippi Delta – an area of rolling fields, delectable barbecue, and the cradle of blues music – lies the much adored, yet nondescript Oxford, […]
Bim Bam Burgers still serving Oxford despite local businesses challenges
Local businesses form the backbone of our communities. In addition to providing a wide variety of services, they also add much-needed personality to the area. Bim Bam Burgers is just one example – a story of a dream realized along with all the hardships and struggles that come with it.
@Yumtown offers delicious look at Oxford, one food post at a time
Yumtown: an Instagram dedicated to food lovers was born when food lover Anna Lee came to the city of Oxford for college. Freshman year, Lee started an Instagram account named Yumtown that now has 1,709 followers.
Red Door Market set for Sunday, Nov. 12, in Hernando
Whether it’s a painting hanging in your living room or a picture printed on the clothes you are wearing, art is everywhere. But many talented artists don’t know how to promote their work.
Finding beauty in diversity through photography
Rex Ravita II Oxford Stories raravita@go.olemiss.edu Since the invention of the camera in 1888, photography has been a hobby and passion for millions of Americans. In the modern age, anyone can be a photographer, […]
Burson teaches students to find their passions
Mark Burson began teaching at the University of Mississippi on Jan. 27, 2016, but not before spending 43 years in California. “My only regret is that it took me so long to discover Oxford, Mississippi,” he said. “I wish I had done it 30 years ago.”
The Mother Infinite: New band brings innovative musical art to Oxford
Members of the North Mississippi band, The Mother Infinite, have dedicated their lives to create unique and innovative musical art. The group has spent the last 14 months or so writing, recording, and mixing their own songs.
Baseball is a thriving sport in North Mississippi
Grant Gibbons Oxford Stories gjgibbon@go.olemiss.edu The start of spring marks the start of new life. Flowers are blooming, the smell of fresh cut grass fills the air, and the sound of a […]
Clarification
Two years ago, reference was made in a story no longer on this site to a person, identified as Alec, as having been homeless. There was no independent verification of that statement […]
UM students say campus construction is frustrating, yet necessary
Georgia Williams Oxford Stories gjwilli1@go.olemiss.edu Construction on the Ole Miss campus is a pressing issue for students. Though the renovations and new facilities are beneficial in the long run, many students struggle with […]
Indigo’s still in style after more than 10 years in Oxford
Angelica Pecha Oxford Stories akpecha@go.olemiss.edu Photo by Angelica Pecha. Business owner, Brooke Cain, restocks Indigo’s with new clothes for spring and summer. From a young age, Teresa Cain dressed her two daughters, […]
Check out our new Oxford Stories reporters
Oxford Stories is back in session, and reporters are now preparing to bring you stories from Oxford and North Mississippi. We even have a few “return customers” this year. Check out the […]
UM students share what helps them during finals week
Rowan Ryan Oxford Stories rmryan@go.olemiss.edu You’ve kept your grades high enough to keep yourself off social probation, kept your parents satisfied, and you feel confident about your future. But now it’s crunch […]
Ole Miss CA
Jack Hall HottyToddy.com jfhall1@go.olemiss.edu Ole Miss’s 15 residence halls provide on-campus housing for many of the students of the University of Mississippi. These residence halls would not be able to function properly […]
