Oxford High School senior Kristine Bartz was recently honored by a member of Congress for her exemplary citizenship and academic excellence. Bartz was one of 39 high school students in Oakland, Clinton, Ingham, Livingston and Shiawassee counties to receive a Medal of Merit from Congressman Mike Rogers (R-Brighton). ‘I was pleased (to see) that my […]
Oxford High School’s talented automotive students once again tested and proved their superior knowledge and skills on a statewide level. Steve Dziorny, Sean Hunter, Chad Simmers and James McCormick earned a combined 14 awards at the Michigan Industrial & Technology Education Society’s (MITES) 18th annual automotive competition held May 11 at Saginaw Valley State University […]
For lots of folks, Memorial Day has become just a day off from work or school, an opportunity to barbecue with family and friends, or a chance to enjoy a three-day weekend up north. Although the holiday has evolved into the official start of summer, we must never forget that the main purpose of Memorial […]
It was a beautiful morning to support a worthy cause as 230 people ? and countless canines ? turned out Saturday to participate in the Second Annual Wag & Walk at Powell Lake Township Park in Oxford. The event raised nearly $6,000 for the K-9 Stray Rescue League, based at 2120 Metamora Rd. in Oxford […]
Oxford’s Backyards & Burgers event was a big hit with its carnival rides and games, delicious food and of course, all that gorgeous sunshine and warm weather.
Downtown Oxford enjoyed four fun-filled ? and sun-filled ? days last week as it played host to the Backyards & Burgers event.
Six residences and three commercial properties were honored last night at the 12th Annual Village of Oxford Beautification Awards Program. The residents and business owners pictured above were recognized for maintaining, enhancing and beautifying their respective properties, which in turn contributes to improving the village’s overall appearance and aesthetic appeal. ‘Thanks again for making our […]
After 37 years of paying his property taxes and trying to be a good neighbor to those around him, John Xerri feels Oxford Township has failed him and ultimately violated his rights. ‘You people got me,? Xerri told officials at the Sept. 22 township board meeting. ‘I’m dead in the water.? Xerri, who resides at […]
There’s a hard-working, yet beautiful secret hiding among the dirt roads and vast expanses of trees in Addison Township ? The White Horse Forge owned by Dr. Robert Becker. Dr. Becker, a well-known equine veterinarian in Addison, has been blacksmithing since 1981. He became fascinated with the skill during a trip to Greenfield Village. ‘I […]
The search for an architect to design the new Oxford Township hall is underway. Township officials voted unanimously Monday night to direct the Building and Site Committee to move forward with the selection process for hiring an architect to design a new township hall, which could be anywhere from 13,500 to 21,000 square feet based […]