‘They have full confidence in me running the bank . . . They’re happy with my work . . . I can guarantee you I wouldn’t be here if they had lost confidence in me.? Oxford Bank President and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Davidson certainly did not sound like he was going anywhere a few […]
Oxford Relay for Life held May 30-31 at OHS raised a total of $41,068 for the American Cancer Society. For more Relay photos click on the Blue Button or pick up a print edition on stands now.
The minute you saw that big smile beaming from underneath that bushy black mustache you immediately knew Oxford Police Officer James J. Flores was on the case. Seeing him patrolling the streets was a great comfort to folks because he was truly the epitome of a beloved small town cop. ‘I think almost everybody that […]
‘It feels like the prodigal son returning home.? That’s how township Trustee Ed Brakefield described Addison’s rejoining of the Polly Ann Trailway Management Council following a three-year absence. Addison’s board of trustees voted unanimously to rejoin the trail council May 18 after which the latter voted to accept the municipality’s reentry on May 20. In […]
Because of some Oxford firefighters? fast action and skillful handling of an emergency medical situation, a local woman is alive with no long-term damage to her heart. In recognition of this outstanding work, Fire Chief Pete Scholz, Capt. Kurt Fechter, Lt. Brad Horton and firefighters Blair Lockwood and Neil Belrose were honored last week by […]
Tempers flared and emotions ran high as the Oxford Village Council last week voted 3-2 to privatize the operation of its new water treatment plant and eliminate an eight-year, full-time employee in the process. ‘I want to register my complete disagreement with taking this and making it a non-local (operation),? said village resident and former […]
I’ve never been a fan of labor unions. Once upon a time, when working conditions were extremely hazardous, the workday was unbearably long, children sweated alongside adults in factories and wages were just above that of a slave, I think unions served a valuable purpose. Workers initially banded together to fight for their safety, their […]
By C.J. Carnacchio Leader Editor While everyone else was preparing for Oxford’s Relay for Life last year, Bob Goepfert was undergoing surgery to remove a cancerous tumor from his colon. ‘This was my first surgery since I had my tonsils out when I was a young child about 4 years old,? said the Brandon Township […]
Four downtown Oxford eateries received 3-2 approval from the village council last week to set up outdoor cafes on public property located next to their buildings. ‘I think it’s important that we, as a community, encourage outdoor seating,? said Councilman Tony Albensi. However, before Victoria’s Delights, Casa Real, the not-yet-open Ox Bar & Grill and […]
They spent the whole year hitting the books, memorizing facts and taking tests. Now, it’s time to have some fun. That’s exactly what Daniel Axford Elementary students did last week as the school held its annual Field Day full of wacky contests.