As a way to kick off National EMS Week, the Oxford Fire Department is hosting its first-ever EMS Safety Fair on Saturday, May 16 from 12-5 p.m. at downtown’s Fire Station #1 (96 N. Washington St.) The public is invited to join the firefighters and paramedics who protect them day in and day out for […]
I hate to use a tired, old catch-phrase that’s been relentlessly beaten into the ground by people with limited ways to express themselves, but I urge the Oxford Board of Education to ‘think outside the box? when it comes to selecting a replacement for Trustee Sue Tombrella, who’s resigning June 13 (see story on page […]
Four-year-old Nicole Burton, of Oxford, may not realize it now, but she’s a hero in many people’s eyes. Everyday she’s winning the battle against cancer and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is recognizing this wonderful achievement by making her the Honored Hero at this year’s Leukemia Cup Regatta to be held May 15-16 at the […]
While many college students spend their breaks partying in bars and on beaches, two Oxford High School graduates dedicated their winter vacations to helping others. Central Michigan University students Nichole Crosson and Jillian Maslowsky participated in the school’s Alternative Breaks program, which provides young people with opportunities to travel domestically or abroad to engage in […]
Last week, Oxford High School senior Jessica Raisch signed a letter of intent to play basketball for the Rochester College Warriors. ‘I’m really excited,? said Raisch, who plans to study nursing at the small Christian college. ‘It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for me.? ‘We’re excited to have her just because of her length and her size,? […]
What a special afternoon it was at Clear Lake Elementary Monday as the sweet little first-graders in teacher Elizabeth Delano’s class conducted a formal tea party in honor of Mother’s Day. The little ladies wore fancy dresses, hats and white gloves, while the little gentlemen wore their best dress shirts and ties. To honor the […]
More fallout from Michigan’s sinking auto industry is expected to hit Oxford next week. Due to the dire economic circumstances surrounding General Motors and Chrysler, MSP Industries, located at 45 W. Oakwood Road, is planning to lay off 168 union employees and eight non-union employees in phases between May 18 and June 21. Owned by […]
May 1 was a day of rejoicing throughout the 96-square-mile Oxford school district as Lakeville and Leonard elementaries formally received their Michigan Blue Ribbon Exemplary School awards. ‘It’s wonderful to celebrate two Blue Ribbon awards in one district. It’s just great,? said Kathleen Straus, president of the Michigan State Board of Education. ‘We set high […]
Clarice Humphrey, of Clarkston, shines up the chrome on her 1964 Pontiac Catalina 2+2 during the Oxford DDA’s first car cruise of the season Tuesday. DDA Chair Mark Young was pleased to report the cruise attracted over 70 classic vehicles. For more info on the event, see the ad on page 8. Photo by CJC.
Oxford Village residents may receive some much-needed financial relief when they open their July tax bills this year. Councilman Tony Albensi is leading the charge to lower the village’s 11.12-mill tax rate. ‘I’m hoping to do at least a half-mill,? he said. ‘Anytime you can put money back in people’s pockets, it’s a good thing.? […]