The Oxford Eagle

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Published 11:31 am Tuesday, May 13, 2025 What began as a visionary seed in 2016 has blossomed into one of Oxford’s most beloved events. The Landscaping Camp, launched by the Oxford-Lafayette County Economic Development Foundation, has brought garden enthusiasts from across the country to the University of Mississippi’s beautiful campus—and this year, it will celebrate its grand finale.

2 days ago | oxfordeagle.com | Alyssa Schnugg

Published 9:04 am Monday, May 12, 2025 Since 1999, Interfaith Compassion Ministry has worked behind the scenes to meet the needs of Oxford and Lafayette County’s most vulnerable residents. Whether it’s a meal, a motel room or emergency rent, ICM is often the first and only place people can turn when crisis strikes. From July to December 2024, ICM served more than 22,000 people, including 5,952 unduplicated homeless individuals, according to a mid-year report ICM submitted to the United Way.

2 days ago | oxfordeagle.com | Alyssa Schnugg

Published 9:46 am Monday, May 12, 2025 A new law in Mississippi aims to make traffic stops safer and less stressful for drivers with autism. The program was inspired by Ella Snyder, a freshman at the University of Mississippi majoring in Creative Writing and a member of the Sally McDonnell Barksdale Honors College. “I was actually scrolling on TikTok,” Snyder said, “and I came across the Blue Envelope program and how it helps serve as a mediator between autistic drivers and police officers.

5 days ago | oxfordeagle.com | Alyssa Schnugg

Published 9:15 am Friday, May 9, 2025 The Oxford Engineering Department recommended a change to the city’s Traffic Calming Policy that could soon take speed humps—also known as speed tables—off the table as an option for slowing down traffic in local neighborhoods. On Tuesday, the Oxford Board of Aldermen heard the first reading of the proposed ordinance amendment. A second reading and public hearing will be held at 5 p.m. on May 20 at City Hall.

5 days ago | oxfordeagle.com | Alyssa Schnugg

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