Lacrosse team stuck in a rut

The Oxford lacrosse team is now 1-6 overall after last week’s 1-4 loss to Romeo and 2-3 loss to West Bloomfield. ‘Flat out, we played bad,? said coach Brian Edwards. Romeo’s good defense and Oxford’s inability to sustain any pressure on offense lead to the Wildcat’s downfall. Freshman Paul Elezaj scored the lone goal for […]

Track teams hold steady to Flint Metro records

The Oxford Varsity girls track team is now 5-1 and the boys 4-2 in the Flint Metro League after last week’s meet against Lapeer East and Brandon. The girls beat Lapeer East 113-33 and lost to Brandon 66.5-70.5. The boys beat Lapeer East 111-26 and Brandon 94.5-42.5. Athletes of the meet for the girls were […]

Booters tie Brandon 2-2

Even though the score ended in a 2-2 tie Monday night against Brandon, Oxford Varsity girls? soccer coach Mark Sullivant said it was the ‘best soccer the team had played all season.? ‘The whole team was very determined to not walk away with another loss,? said Sullivant, mentioning last week’s 1-2 loss to Fenton. ‘We […]

Students ‘build bridges? with music

Nine senior citizens from the Village of Oakland Woods in Pontiac made a trip to Oxford Middle School last Wednesday for a special concert on their behalf. The afterschool groups Sound Wave Drummers, Drum Fire Drummers and the Thunder Drummers, as well as the Wildcat Singers, performed various songs with their marimbas, drums and vocals, […]

New salon therapy for your mind, body and soul

When you’re looking for a new salon, it’s always good to find a place that does quality work, presents themselves well and who’s employees are excited about what they do. ‘I still, after 20 years, get excited over a new color,? said Kelliann Gooch, co-owner of the brand new Villa de Goochi Salon in downtown […]

Support group for moms ? and more ? looking for new members

If you’re looking for a support group that caters to mothers of all seasons and doesn’t just focus on the kids? needs, then it’s time for you to join the new Oxford Chapter of Mothers and More. This past March, Oxford residents Sandra Martin, Colleen Turley and Lisa Hunter decided to start an Oxford Chapter […]

Local chapter of Moms and More seeking new members

If you’re looking for a support group that caters to mothers of all seasons and doesn’t just focus on the kids? needs, then it’s time for you to join the new Oxford Chapter of Mothers and More. This past March, Oxford residents Sandra Martin, Colleen Turley and Lisa Hunter decided to start an Oxford Chapter […]

Five newbies toss their hats into Addison race

Addison Township’s top officials – Clerk Pauline Bennett and Treasurer Dan Alberty – currently stand uncontested for their offices in the August 5 Republican Primary; however, the Supervisor and trustee seats for the board will see some competition. All seven township board seats ? which includes four trustee seats plus the full-time positions of supervisor, […]

Citizens, deputies awarded by sheriff’s department

Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard recognized 9 individuals from the Oxford substation and three citizens at their annual National Peace Officers Memorial Day awards in Pontiac May 12. Oxford Middle School principal Ken Weaver was given a citizen citation for for his actions in determining the responsible individual who made bomb threats at the schools […]

Dog agility ‘all about having fun?

Although eight-year-old Rebecca Wood can get her dog Bizzy to run an entire agility course in 35 to 65 seconds, her favorite trick is getting the Jack Russell Terrier to play dead. ‘Bang! Bang!,? she yells, pointing her gun-shaped fingers at the dog, who subsequently falls onto the floor. It’s that fun-loving, girls? best friend […]