People no longer rely on biological taxonomy to determine what to eat. Though humans are omnivores by nature, some people take the flexibility of that classification to a whole new level. Locavores is the term they use to describe themselves, and they try to eat only foods that have been grown or raised within a […]
Worship Word Ministries will kick off at their new location in downtown Oxford on Friday, Aug. 14. The building, located at 3 S. Washington Street, is one of several they have occupied since they originally formed in 2001. Pat Omeara, the ministry founder, started the group eight years ago based on a vision of his. […]
Oxford resident Pete Romzick placed twice in this year’s Michigan Senior Olympics, which took place July 5 – 12. Romzick, 50, earned a gold medal in the 800-meter race and a bronze medal in the 400-meter race. ‘The MSO focuses on promoting healthy lifestyles for the 50-plus age group through state games and clinics and […]
Kids who couldn’t even swim last year won medals for the Oxford team at the Michigan Recreation and Park Association state swim meet. Oxford competed last Saturday, Aug. 1 for the first time, but there are plans to continue in the future. ‘We’re trying to get it growing so that we can get a competitive […]
Tattoos penetrate much deeper than the skin, seeping into the lives of those who get them. They are more than just a memory or a piece of art or a part of you – they are all these things combined, and they have the power to change you. The change can go both ways, good […]
It was a dream come true for several seniors last Thursday, July 23, as they were able to travel back in time for a night to remember. The magic could be felt in the air and heard in the music that guided them through the night at Independence Village’s ‘Somewhere in Time Enchanted Evening.? Independence […]
Ten local teens got their 15 minutes of fame on Friday, July 24 at the Express Yourself Teen Talent Show. ‘Express Yourself? is the theme of this year’s summer reading group at the Oxford Township Public Library. ‘This just fits in perfectly with that,? said Charli Osborne, head of teen services at the library. ‘We […]
Gentlemen ? and ladies ? start your classic engines because the second annual Lapeer Road Country Cruise is ready to roar up and down M-24 on Saturday, June 27 from 12 noon to 9 p.m. What started out as just an idea has become a reality for Walt Wheeler, owner of Royal Auto Sound & […]
Whether you’re a professional photographer or an amateur shutterbug, Margot’s Gallery & Frame wants to give you the chance to display your talent by hosting the Photographs of Michigan exhibition July 24 through Aug. 21. Margot VanHorn, owner and operator of the downtown Oxford gallery for 11 years, said this will be the first time […]
Hot Blues and BBQ returned to Oxford Village over the weekend for two days of food, music and fun. Unlike the previous four festivals, this year’s featured free admission to both Friday and Saturday’s events, something that was greatly appreciated by music lovers. ‘It was nice they did it for free this year,? said Oxford […]