‘I pray that cancer, one day, will just be a bad word.’Oxford resident John Fidler’s prayer was one shared by all who participated over the weekend in the 4th Annual Oxford Relay for Life. This year’s 24-hour relay event, held at the OHS track, raised $44,069 for the American Cancer Society’s research and education efforts. […]
There was an air of elegance and sophistication permeating the lobby outside the OHS Performing Arts Center May 27 as people came to view imagination, talent and vision come to life at the annual Senior Art Show. ‘It actually turned out to be one of the best ones,? said Art Teacher Becky Ziemianski. ‘I couldn’t […]
For the third consecutive year, the Village of Oxford will be levying an 11.12-mill property tax to support its budget, but council hopes to lower that rate next year. That’s why when council last week approved a $6,845,984 budget for the 2008-09 fiscal year , officials, at the suggestion of Councilman Tony Albensi, directed Manager […]
Oakland County Sheriff’s Lt. Larry Perry recently participated in a competition similar to the Olympic decathlon ? the only difference being he was wearing full body armor and shooting live ammunition. They didn’t take home the gold, but the Oakland County Sheriff’s Special Response Team (SRT) learned plenty and made some new friends while competing […]
Just because Oxford Village Police got the go-ahead last week to purchase their first Tasers, don’t expect to hear cries of ‘Don’t tase me, bro!? echoing all over town. ‘I think a properly-trained police officer isn’t going to abuse that power,? said Councilman Tony Albensi. Council voted 5-0 to approve the $2,439 purchase of two […]
There’s definitely no shortage of people running for Oxford Township Board this year. Fifteen candidates. Seven seats. This should be interesting. So many things to look forward to. So many questions to be answered. For instance, will the planning commission’s attempt to seize control of the township board be successful? It’s definitely no coincidence that […]
Senator Barack Obama, in addition to calling for change, often talks about his judgment on the campaign trail. He regularly shrugs off critics who talk about his inexperience by pointing out his ability to make good judgments. This ability is what he believes set him apart and makes him the most qualified candidate to become […]
Budding young Picasos, Monets and DaVincis exhibited their extensive artwork Friday evening at Clear Lake Elementary during a special show for family and friends. ‘Some of those portraits and some of the other work is the best I’ve ever seen and I’ve been here for nine years,? said Art Teacher Jonathan Hazlett. ‘I just can’t […]
Whether you tinker under the hood to save a few bucks or have a passion for restoring classic cars, Mazza Auto Parts? new Oxford store is here to meet all your needs. Located inside Tom’s Hardware at 558 S. Lapeer Road, Mazza’s new 3,700-square-foot space offers car buffs and backyard mechanics all the auto parts, […]
U.S. Army Capt. Caryn Finch-Collier got the opportunity May 25 to walk in the footsteps ? or tire marks ? of auto racing legends. Dressed in her camouflage fatigues, the Oxford resident proudly marched in a parade honoring military personnel just prior to the 92nd running of the Indianapolis 500. Finch-Collier, who serves as company […]