A person who’s devoted 37 years of his life to serving and protecting his home town is more than just a man, he’s a local institution and a symbol of trust. For nearly four decades, the people of Oxford have looked to Fire Chief Jack LeRoy, 59, for leadership, expertise and help in times of […]
An Oxford High School teacher and her husband, a registered sex offender, were arraigned Thursday in Independence Township’s 52-2 District Court in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a 16-year-old Oxford girl who did odd jobs around their home and was considered a friend. ‘They took away something from me as a father that […]
Folks have been saying it for years and they said it again at last week’s meeting of the Oxford Township Economic Development Subcommittee (EDSC) ? this town desperately needs a place to lodge visitors. Whether it’s called a hotel, motel, bed-and-breakfast or inn, the point is Oxford doesn’t have a single one and that’s a […]
If a supervisor working for a public entity uses her money to hire a personal attorney to fight an ex-employee’s unemployment claim, is it justice or vengeance? It all depends on who you ask and which side you believe. ‘I took it upon myself to hire an attorney to protect my own self and my […]
Nancy Murray’s devoted a large portion of her life to helping preserve the environment and educating children about all the plants and animals around them. ‘It’s a wonderful feeling to see a kid turned on to nature and the outdoors,? she said. To help ensure everything she holds dear endures for future generations, the Addison […]
A taste of the Old World arrived in Oxford Township this week with the much-anticipated opening of Italia Gardens. ‘I don’t think there’s anything like us here,? said restaurant owner Don Haley. ‘We’re getting phone calls everyday. The staff says everybody is abuzz.? Located at 1076 S. Lapeer Rd., south of Drahner Rd., Italia Gardens […]
With all the homes for sale in Oxford these days, it really takes something unique to stand out in this crowded market. Everybody’s selling the same old boring four walls and roof. Been there. Done that. But what about a house with eight walls? How about something that’s a state-registered historic landmark? Such a house […]
With 15 candidates running for seven seats on the Oxford Township Board, it occurred to me that elections are a lot like musical chairs. Certainly, luck, timing and skill all play a huge role in both games. Not to mention the ability to trip your opponents and step on them while nobody’s looking. But in […]
Ever wonder what farmers do for fun when they’re not working out in the field or doing chores around the barn? If you’re Oxford resident and hay farmer Nelson Kage, you’re competing in antique tractor pulls. Kage, who’s a member of the Yesteryears Farm Tractor Club, will be one of many competing in the antique […]
If a supervisor working for a public entity uses her money to hire a personal attorney to fight an ex-employee’s unemployment claim, is it justice or vengeance? It all depends on who you ask and which side you believe. ‘I took it upon myself to hire an attorney to protect my own self and my […]