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Sharon Drapers recent book is being adapted into a film.
Acclaimed author and alumna Sharon Draper to adapt her young adult novel into movie
By Gabby Benedict March 14, 2024

The bestselling young adult novel “Out of My Mind” by Sharon M. Draper, Miami University class of ‘73 alumna is being adapted into a movie for Disney+. Draper has written 30 books for children and teachers since 1994. She was a recipient of the...

Actor Bradley Whitford joined Miami University professor John Forren for a lecture titled “The West Wing Effect: 25 years of Impact on Political Discourse” at Hall Auditorium on campus of Miami University on March 11.
Bradley Whitford talks 'The West Wing' and politics at Miami University
By Jack Schmelzinger March 14, 2024

A woman stepped up to the microphone on the right side of the stage at Hall Auditorium on the campus of Miami University. “I’m literally shaking right now,” she said. “My mom and I have watched the show about ten times now. I’m so used to...

George Ironstrack has collaborated with Elizabeth Ellis for a Miami Alumni lecture, researching further into the painted robes.
Miami art museum displays robes made in Myaamia and Peewaalia traditions
By Mihaela Manova March 14, 2024

Myaamia and Peewaalia’s painted robes have garnered attention in Paris, and now the history and tradition that these two tribes developed in the 17th century is being brought to Oxford.  Minohsayaki, or painted robes, were given as gifts or trade...

A man walking on campus on March 6.
Unpredictable weather continues to worry local farmers and gardeners
By Jarred Watkins March 14, 2024

In recent weeks, Oxford has witnessed a series of weather phenomena that have left many scratching their heads. Just when  residents thought spring had arrived early with balmy temperatures reminiscent of May, a sharp cold snap descended upon the town,...

Thomas Poetter discusses Ohios EdChoice Expansion program with League of Women Voters Oxford and community members on March 13.
League of Women Voters Oxford speaker slams Ohio’s EdChoice program
By Jessica Opfer March 14, 2024

EdChoice, a state program that assists families in paying for private school, undermines community integration and ultimately harms children, Thomas Poetter, professor of educational leadership at Miami University, told an audience organized by the League...

Representative Ron Ferguson of District 96 (left) and Representative Sara Carruthers of District 47 (right). Representative Ferguson recently submitted an anti-endorsement about Representative Carruthers.
Photos provided by Ron Ferguson and Sara Carruthers.
Ferguson and Carruthers battle over Ohio’s Republican leadership
By Madi Jerome March 14, 2024

Ohio Rep. Ron Ferguson (R-Wintersville) has joined the campaign against Rep. Sara Carruthers (R-Hamilton), by publicly charging that her vote to support a Republican Jason Stephens (R-Kitts Hill) for speaker of the House cost the Ohio GOP its top three...

Kathleen Fox looks through pages of supplemental research which she has compiled on Stella Weiler Taylor to apply for a historical marker.
A local historian completes the work of her mother 83 years later
By Sean Scott March 14, 2024

Kathleen Stuckey Fox, 80, of Oxford, remembers the day she decided someone needed to preserve the history of local figures in Butler County.  It was 2012, and Fox’s cousin brought her on a trip to Virginia. While there, the pair toured the homes...

Citizens can comment on new bus routes that the BCRTA plans to implement in the fall of 2024 utilizing its developing Chestnut Street Station.
BCRTA plans route changes for fall
By Jake Ruffer March 14, 2024

The Butler County Regional Transit Authority (BCRTA) proposed four new Oxford bus routes to start running in the fall of 2024. Transit planner Russell Auwae said they will replace existing routes in a way that will streamline two-way journeys. Community...

Sarah Dev during practice on Miami’s tennis court, in preparation to face Eastern Michigan on March 17.
Sarah Dev finds new home with Miami tennis
By Ian Do March 14, 2024

When Sarah Dev stepped onto a plane to travel over seven thousand miles from her native Chandigarh, India to her new home Oxford, Ohio, she...

Paisley and Ryan Kerby together during last season’s banquet (left) and Kylie and John Cobb pose in their uniforms (right). Photos provided by Ryan Kerby and John Cobb.
Father-daughter duos bond through Talawanda softball
By Maddie Croucher and Ayden Wacker March 14, 2024

The stands are packed and the Brave are up next to bat. In the midst of the crowd noise, a pair of Talawanda softball players are able to identify...

Miami University sophomore Blake Presley winds up for a shot put attempt. Photo courtesy of Miami University.
Miami track and field athlete spends injured season coaching at Talawanda
By Claire McGivney and Eli Mahler March 14, 2024

After hours of a driving downpour, the rain finally stops, and just in time for a Talawanda High School Track and Field preseason practice. Despite...

Dont forget to vote March 19
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Don't forget to vote March 19
March 14, 2024
Photo provided by OCAC website.
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OCAC sells tickets for its annual gala
March 14, 2024
The Interfaith Center, located at 16 South Campus Ave., is a nonprofit organization that serves spiritual needs of Miami University students and Oxford residents.
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Potluck planned to celebrate Ramadan
March 14, 2024
MUPD responds to fire alarms, assault and fire
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MUPD responds to fire alarms, assault and fire
March 14, 2024
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OPD responds to overdose death, several burglaries and warrant arrests
March 14, 2024
Directed by, Aaron Pergram, students have curated a program inspired by the Romantic period. Photo provided by Fitton Center
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Miami University student musicians to play at Fitton Center
March 14, 2024
Noah Feldman at the 2017 Festival of Faiths “Compassion Shining like the Sun,” which serves as a platform for leaders and thinkers about music, poetry, art and film. By Festival of Faiths from Louisville, United States, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Harvard professor to discuss AI in Middletown
March 14, 2024
Onee restaurant received a violation this week.
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One Oxford restaurant received health code violations this week
March 14, 2024
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