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Hello Oxford! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What old Oxford ads reveal about the town's changing values
  • How have big-name politicians changed life and reputation in Oxford?
  • Which legendary Oxford concerts locals still talk about decades later

Also on today's calendar: 5th ANNUAL NICHOLAS AIR 5K and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Partly sunny and hot, with a high of 93 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A p.m. t-storm in spots, temps: high: 87, low: 68.
  • Saturday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 79 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. The ads we left behind (thedmonline.com) — Oxford's past newspaper ads reveal a very different local culture, from X‑rated films at the Ritz and Hoka to minstrel shows at The Lyric and cheap beer nights at the Ramada Inn of Oxford. The piece traces how University of Mississippi and town advertising shifted with changing views on race, smoking, alcohol, mental health, and even CIA recruiting.
   

2. Washington D.C. to Oxford: Who has visited UM? (thedmonline.com) — Major national political figures from Bobby Kennedy to Barack Obama and John McCain have come to the University of Mississippi, drawing thousands to Oxford and reshaping how the town and campus see themselves. From the 2008 presidential debate that packed local venues to Bill Clinton's Grove rally, these visits brought security preparations, crowds, and civic energy that rippled through Oxford's housing, restaurants, and services.
   

3. One night only! Some of Oxford's most notable concerts (thedmonline.com) — Oxford's long-running live music scene has brought major acts like R.E.M., Bob Dylan, Phish, and The Smashing Pumpkins to campus venues and downtown spots locals know well. This look back shares colorful memories from residents and students, from legendary performances to famously disappointing shows, highlighting how Oxford's college-town energy keeps big tours stopping here.
   

4. Did Early Americans Reuse Spearpoints? (archaeology.org) — Researchers based at the University of Mississippi in Oxford analyzed about 500 ancient spearpoints to understand how early Americans used and reused their tools. Their findings suggest migrating Clovis groups often resharpened disposable spearheads, while later Cumberland people relied more on local stone sources and made new tools as they moved, shedding light on how humans adapted to Ice Age landscapes.
   

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    Thursday October 1
  • VOLLEYBALL (V) @ MADISON CENTRAL
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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