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Publisher Ed Meek Editor Amelia Camurati Oxford slows down in summertime. Students head home while locals head out on the town.

For some summer sun and a little art, too, check out the additions to the new Yokna Sculpture Trail in Lamar Park, page 9.

Since home is where the heart is, we’re focused on how to make yours perfectly represent your style and personality with custom door colors (page 39), flooring options (page 37) and kitchen renovations (page 25).

Until the semester comes back, see y’all on the Bouré balcony.

— Amelia Camurati, Editor

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Table of Contents 7 Fresh Farming 9 Sculpting Lamar Park

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13 Bite Into Summer 17 Flower Me Pink 19 What’s a Party without some Butter and Bread?

21 Fall aWEARness 25 Home is Where the Heart is

29 Then and Now

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33 Living the Dream 37 Choosing Your

Stomping Grounds 39 Brighten Your Focus 41 Chairs, Couches, Tables, Oh My! 43 7 Ways to Declutter Your Closet 47 New Heights 49 15 Must Haves for Your Summer Home

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Fresh Farming Written by Angela Rogalski Photographed by Rogalski and Woodson Ridge Farms

By Callie Daniels

vegetables to some of the best restaurants in town.

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arm-to-table can be an amazing way to experience meals. There’s nothing like fresh-from-the-garden vegetables getting passed around your table and disappearing from your family’s plates. Not only does it do your heart good to watch your kids scarfing down all those healthy vitamins and nutrients that come from Mother Earth, but the taste is simply incredible.

Woodson Ridge Farms knows quite a bit about farm to table.

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The Heiskells are local growers in Oxford with Delta ties, Elizabeth having grown up in Rosedale and Luke being from Sumner. The Heiskells started Woodson Ridge Farms with their partner, Sandy Sharp, who owns the farmland. Along with their very active flow of business with Oxford and Memphis restaurants, the Heiskells are very passionate about the Local Produce Club/CSA they have become involved in.

CSA stands for community supported agriculture and is a program that was started in the U.S. in the 1980s to support local agriculture. It’s a produce subscription service that emphasizes local produce and weekly deliveries for its customers.

“It’s one of the most exciting and phenomenal things a person could be involved in,” Elizabeth said, “for both us as sellers and the community as a whole. It really can be life-changing. The person who joins is going to get the best we have to offer, eight different varieties of vegetables per week.”

even starts is a tremendous boost for the farmer. And it provides a great service to the community, in terms of variety and health benefits.”

Individuals who are known as shareholders sign up to receive a weekly share or sack of fresh harvest items from the farm. The seasons run during the peak of production for 14 weeks in the spring/summer and again for 14 weeks in the late summer/fall.

“We like to say we have everything from arugula to zucchini,” he said, “from A to Z. We always have three stages of crops going so that we can provide what the community needs throughout the seasons.”

“And we’ve made it so simple for the customer,” she said.

“We deliver your fresh bag of harvest items once a week. Here in Oxford, pick-up is at Oxford Floral and for our Memphis customers, we deliver to Sweet Grass Restaurant.”

At Woodson Ridge, the harvest items are an array of produce that will have your taste buds salivating.

For more information on the Local Produce Club/CSA or Woodson Ridge Farms, visit woodsonridgefarms.com.

Luke also believes strongly in the Local Produce Club/CSA program.

“It’s a nationwide program that a lot of farmers participate in,” he said.

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Sculpting Lamar Park Written and photographed by Amelia Camurati

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eaturing a rotating exhibit of 18 large-scale sculptures by locally, regionally and nationally renowned exhibiting artists, the Yokna Sculpture Trail is the first outdoor sculpture program of its kind in north Mississippi. Nine sculptures are located at Lamar Park on Country Club Drive, four pieces are featured at the Powerhouse Sculpture Garden on University Avenue, and five sculptures are located at Rebel Sculpture Park in front of Meek Hall on the University of Mississippi campus, home to the department of art and art history.

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The Yokna Sculpture Trail was unveiled in April and is a collaboration between the city of Oxford, The University of Mississippi and The Yoknapatawpha Arts Council.

“By working together, the city, the university and the Arts Council have helped make this dream a reality for the people of Oxford and Lafayette County,” says Earl Dismuke, a local sculptor who worked closely with Durant Thompson, associate professor of art at The University of Mississippi, and Wayne Andrews, executive director of the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council, to create the trail.

“The trail will add to the quality of life in our community. Public art like this levels the viewing field of art. Someone who would not feel comfortable going to an art gallery or a museum can view art in a location where they do feel comfortable.”

“There’s nothing like this anywhere else in our part of the state,” Andrews says. “This is sure to become yet another reason people choose Oxford to live, work and visit.”

Those interested in contributing to the trail can join the Friends of the Yokna Sculpture Trail with a donation. Contributions will help bring new sculptures

to the trail every year to sustain and expand this oneof-a-kind public art exhibit in Oxford and Lafayette County.

Contributions also can be made at yoknasculpturetrail.com.

Members of the Rebel Sculpture Society at the University of Mississippi helped install the sculptures under the direction of Thompson.

“Having The University of Mississippi’s art students assist the artists with their installations and speak firsthand with them about the mechanics of survival in the professional field provides those students with invaluable knowledge that is hard to recreate within the classroom,” Thompson says.

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Bite into Summer Written and photographed by Laurie Triplette

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hhh, early summer. The spring rains have ended, and the fields are spitting forth bounty as quickly as we can consume it. The weather’s still tolerable for sitting on the back porch with the ceiling fans lazily spinning above us as we sip the perfect summertime beverages such as sweet tea and lemonade, often flavored with fruit and alcoholic spirits.

Mid-Southerners gauge the summer season according to when the crops come in. We expect the Coastal and Low Country corn and tomatoes to start arriving some time after Memorial Day, and the local corn and tomatoes to be ready

by Independence Day. We know that our summertime produce is not ALL about the corn and tomatoes, much as we love ‘em.

The zucchini’s also here. Squash is here. Eggplants and cucumbers are here. Peaches are here, and of course, watermelon’s here.

Watermelon, like so many of our wonderful “Southern” foods, is thought to have originated in southern Africa. Common and wild watermelon apparently diverged from a common ancestor – possibly in Namibia. It is amazingly versatile – useful in

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salads and beverages, paired with other fruits, or as a stand-alone snack or dessert.

Here’s a sampling of recipes using watermelon and some of our other favorite summertime produce.

Chicken And Watermelon Salad 1 c plain Greek yogurt 1/2 c mayonnaise 1 tsp dried dill leaf 1 T fresh lemon juice 3/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp black pepper Pinch of cayenne pepper 3 c cooked, chopped chicken

1/2 c sliced almonds 2 c chopped, seeded watermelon, drained well 4 avocadoes cut in half, pits removed Whisk together the first seven ingredients in a small bowl. Pour over the chicken in a large bowl and stir well. It will be very wet.

Add more chicken if desired.

Refrigerate until 30 minutes prior to serving. Gently fold in the almonds and watermelon and serve a large scoop in half an avocado.

Watermelon And Cucumber Salad 1/2 c apple cider vinegar 1/4 c extra light olive oil 1/2 c white granulated sugar 1 tsp poppy seeds 1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp fine ground black pepper 1/2 c green onions, chopped 3 c seeded watermelon balls 2 to 3 c thin-sliced pickling cucumbers (Kirby cukes are best) Whisk together the vinegar, oil, sugar, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper. Combine melon, cucumbers and onions in a medium mixing bowl. Cover with the vinaigrette and toss gently to completely coat. Serve immediately or let sit about one hour at room temperature before serving. Refrigerate; bring back to room temperature to serve.

But nothing quenches summertime dehydration or alleviates dipping blood sugar levels like homemade lemonade.

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Fresh Squeezed Lemonade Or Limeade Most folks think iced tea is the best go-to beverage for summertime, but nothing quenches summertime dehydration or alleviates dipping blood sugar levels like homemade lemonade. It’s almost as easy to make as the packaged version, and surely is better for us – we know what’s in it! Plus, lemonade can be modified almost infinitely with additional fruits and even alcoholic ingredients.

2 c water 1 c white granulated sugar or simple syrup Juice of 3 to 4 lemons or juice of 6 to 8 limes 1 lemon or lime, sliced thin 6 sprigs of fresh mint, OPTIONAL Blueberries, strawberries, or raspberries, OPTIONAL Combine first four ingredients in a large pitcher. Stir in mint. Serve over ice garnished with mint or a lemon slice and optional berries.

Garnish with a few fresh raspberries.

California Lemonade: Make up watermelon lemonade, but omit the spritz. Add a splash of blackberry or raspberry liqueur and a generous splash of white rum.

Simple Syrup: Why buy this? Simple syrup is easy to make at home. Once made, keep it tightly sealed in the fridge for up to two weeks.

1 c white granulated sugar 1 c water Fresh herbs such as lemon basil or thyme, OPTIONAL Make a simple syrup by combining the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Simmer about 5 minutes on medium heat until sugar dissolves. Cool and store tightly covered. For herb-flavored simple syrup, chop the fresh herbs and add about 1 tablespoon to the syrup before it cools. Steep about 15 minutes and strain out the herbs.

Watermelon Lemonade: Make up the lemonade with simple syrup. Omit the mint.

Puree watermelon and strain it.

Combine two parts watermelon juice to 1 part lemonade. Spritz it with seltzer or sparkling water and garnish with a slice of orange.

Raspberry Lemonade: Puree 1/4 c raspberries and strain out seeds. Stir into lemonade.

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he grey days are over, so let’s make the yards match the bright summer sun!

Line the house or walk paths with fliss flowers (ageratum houstonianum). The fluffy flowers come in blue, red and also white.

They can tolerate a light shade especially in the afternoon heat and need medium to fertile soil that drains well. For nature lovers, fliss flowers attract butterflies and can tolerate wild bunnies’ munching.

Black-eyed Susan vines (thunbergia alata) can frame windows and fences, lending a rustic wildflower charm to homes. These vines can thrive on dry average well-drained and loamy soil. They would also look sweet hanging from baskets around the porch.

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For colorful practicality there’s the Joseph Coat plant, amaranthus tricolor.

For colorful practicality there’s the Joseph Coat plant (amaranthus tricolor). This hardy foliage hails from South African and can withstand droughts. The colorful plant can grow two to three feet tall and can be eaten in a salad or steamed as a side dish.

Vegetables are also the obvious way to combine color and practicality.

Oxford Community Garden Association president Jason Hoeksema found the easiest vegetables to grow in the Mississippi summer: beets, turnips, carrots, radishes, arugula, spinach, chard, collard greens, melons (watermelon and cantaloupe) and the South’s favorite, okra.

“Tomatoes can sometimes be easy, but it really depends on the variety of tomato and your growing conditions,” said Hoeksema. “My favorite for summer are the last three: melons, okra and tomatoes.”

Oxford Community Garden is one of many gardening resources you can find in Oxford, and if you want to just grow your summer meals it’s the place to go.

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What’s a party without some Butter and Bread?

Written and Photographed by Abby Linney

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wned and operated by Taylor Shaffett, Butter & Bread Company brings a new kind of home store to the Oxford Square with the perfect combination of Southern and retro homewares and decorations.

An Ole Miss graduate and Clarksdale native, Shaffett always knew she wanted to own her own store someday. Last May, she started making her dreams come true by searching for the perfect location in Oxford and opening up shop in September.

When it comes to picking out original merchandise to sell, Shaffett and her mom make sure to get a variety of items they love and they know shoppers will too.

“My mom and I just search, search, search. We’ve never been to market but we’re planning to go this summer for the first time,” Shaffett said.

Although Butter & Bread Co.

“I’ve always wanted to do it so that’s why I went to school for marketing and everything, I just always wanted to be an entrepreneur and do my own thing,” Shaffett said.

The inspiration for her store came easy. Based on her Southern upbringing, Shaffett has always loved to cook and knew she wanted to sell kitchen essentials and other home goods in her store. With that in mind, she made sure her store combined both kitchen and comfort and provided an atmosphere unique to her roots.

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way to brighten up your home for summer, Shaffett suggests checking out her personal favorite, Smeg Refrigerators. Retro and colorful, they are the perfect way to add a bright pop of color to the room and are sure to impress any and all guests.

Butter & Bread Co. is located at 107 N St, Suite A and is open 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. started as a kitchen store, it quickly took on more variety expanding into further home basics, such as throw pillows, candles, artwork, gardening kits and more. It’s a one-stop shop for almost anything you need to make your home perfect year-round.

One of the most popular items in the store is the Whiskey Bottom Candles. Made from different types of whiskeys and jarred in recycled liquor and wine bottles, these candles burn longer than most. Scents like Tequila Sunrise or Summer Breeze will be sure to add a summery pick-me-up to your home.

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Fall aWEARness Written and Photographed by Sydney Nutt

Restock your closet for Grove season with tons of red and blue necessities.

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ith summer upon us, we can now look forward to fall semester, and with it comes Oxford’s unique football season. It is never too early to start looking for new dresses or accessories to wear to the Grove, and a few Oxford stores already have some perfect outfits.

Miss Behavin’ Miss Behavin’ located on the Square is one store you can count on for finding a Game Day ready outfit that will impress everyone in the Grove. Danielle Smith, buyer and manager for Miss Behavin’, said that you will always see the typical Grove attire such as dresses or rompers, but something new you may see are two-piece sets.

“Two-piece sets are something that are so popular for the spring, so I think that we will see them in the fall as well,” Smith said. “I can see that with wedges and a cute purse or clutch in the Grove.”

Smith recommends pairing twopiece sets with layered jewelry, which is a huge trend right now.

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Whatever look you decide to go for, Miss Behavin’ can help you find the perfect outfit.

Monarch Boutique and Gifts Monarch Boutique and Gifts is another local store that is sure to make sure you look your best in the Grove. Located on North Lamar, Monarch has everything red and blue, from tops to dresses and coordinating accessories.

Monarch employee Cami Chrestman carries everything you could need to make your Grove attire complete. “We have dresses, tanks, jumpers and plenty of things in red and blue that can make you ready for the Grove.”

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Monarch also carries size small to 3X at reasonable prices, so there is something for everyone and every size.

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Frock Fashions Frock Fashions, also located on the Square, is another place to find cute Grove apparel and accessories. They have everything from dresses to tops and shorts.

Owner Jacqui Holmes said to look forward to printed dresses for Game Days instead of the traditional solid ones.

“We’re trying to bring in some game day items that are a little more cutting edge,” Holmes said.

Another thing that is looking to be popular for the fall is two-piece dresses along with maxi skirts and maxi dresses.

“Two-piece dresses are really in right now with the same print on the top and bottom,” Frock employee Shannon Barrett said.

Monarch Boutique and Gifts Frock is a great place to shop for

that perfect Game Day outfit, so make sure to get on trend and stop by. It is never too early to start thinking about Grove attire and these three shops have something for every taste, size and personality.

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Home is Where the Heart is Written and photographed by Angela Rogalski

Oxford has some singularly beautiful homes situated throughout the city and county, from the historic Square to the tranquil settings that can be discovered on the nature-filled back roads of Lafayette County, but none any more beautiful than in The Highlands, a lakefront lover’s paradise.

While there are many stunning homes that complement the allure of the peaceful country setting, JoAnne Oliver and her husband, Gary Wright, definitely have one that can only be described as breathtaking, for more reasons than just the aesthetics of its outer beauty.

Oliver and Wright have lived in

The Highlands for six years. She is an artist, an abstract painter, and her husband sells banking equipment.

Oliver said when she and her husband started thinking about construction, they wanted more of a European exterior feel to their house, and a U-shaped design because they wanted an abundance of glass.

“Living in the beauty of The Highlands, I wanted us to live outside as well as inside,” Oliver said. “Therefore there are no panes in the windows; they’re single sheets of glass. The colors on the walls were all chosen so there are no barriers between the inside and the outside.”

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She and her husband have The house has another unique feature, its floors and countertops collected art from here in the are made entirely from concrete. States and all over the world, having also commissioned pieces from artists they admire.

“Concrete countertops and floors are all I have throughout “We have three masks hanging in the house,” she said. “One misconception people have about the guest bedroom,” Oliver said, concrete is that it’s automatically “that were done by Gabriel, who is the oldest living Lost Boy of cold all of the time. Technically, Sudan.” it stays three to five degrees warmer than brick or tile year The Lost Boys of Sudan is the round. And that’s because it’s your flooring. Brick and tile, once name given to the groups of over 20,000 boys who were displaced they’re laid over the concrete and/or orphaned during the slab, gets pressured air trapped between them. Concrete may give Second Sudanese Civil War. the illusion of being colder, but The design of the house also technically it isn’t.” followed Oliver and Wright’s desire to entertain. For the last The art that is plentiful throughout the home was chosen six years, they’ve had many international students visit (both mutually by Oliver and Wright.

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Oliver and her husband are Ole Miss graduates), professors and athletes.

“We built the house to love people,” she said. “When we have guests, we want them to feel that love and welcoming atmosphere.”

The swing that hangs suspended from the beams in their living room is one such piece that invokes that feeling of “sit a while and relax.”

When they were building the house Oliver said that she knew the swing was going to hang in the center of her living room, so the beams of the ceiling were done in the attic to support 1,800 lbs. of weight on the swing.

“A friend of mine, John Bishop, from Hot Springs, Arkansas, designed the swing for me,” Oliver said. “It took him 11 hours to hang it. It’s a beautiful work of art made from the heart of a gum tree.”

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Oliver said the beams themselves were also another interesting focal point, they’re from a textile mill in Danville, West Virginia, that opened in 1875.

“When the mill closed in 2002, it was over 1 million square feet,” she said.

Oliver said that while the aesthetic beauty of her home wasn’t lost on her, she and her husband were minimalists and the stories behind the art and individual pieces of craftsmanship were really what her home was about, not the size or descriptive design.

“It doesn’t matter if you live in a home that’s 1,000 square feet or 100,000,” she said. “It’s the feelings and emotions the house evokes that really make it a home.”

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xford architect Julie Spears is changing the face of Oxford neighborhoods and commercial spaces with new construction in established areas and old homes rehabilitated into modern structures.

A graduate of the Mississippi State University School of Architecture, the only such program in Mississippi, Spears manages a household with three children and a husband who works while undertaking a wide range of residential and commercial projects.

“She has found a following in her hometown of Oxford that appreciates beauty, uniqueness and class all rolled into one home or commercial business,” said HottyToddy.com columnist Steve Vassallo. “Her childhood passion has now been transformed into an adult architectural design business that is getting noticed.”

“One of my first Oxford projects is a home on Price Street. It has many modern aspects but fits well in the established neighborhood,” Spears said.

A new construction project on Price Street was one of Spears’ first jobs in Oxford.

“The house features a courtyard in the middle. The kitchen faces a small living space as well as the courtyard and is ideal for gatherings. The house is between 3,500 and 4,000 square feet and embraces a ‘cluster’ effect that utilizes connectors and does not

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make the house feel too large for the neighborhood.”

She worked on the plans for almost a year.

Most of her projects are residential and vary in size from the design of screened porches, kitchen renovations, outdoor kitchens, renovation and additions to existing homes and new construction. Spears, who serves on the Oxford Historic Preservation Commission, says architects often develop creative details that neither an engineer nor a builder may consider.

“I enjoy finding second functions to a wall or ledge and bringing an artistic character to a space giving it personality,” Ms. Spears said.

In addition to new homes, Spears recently rehabilitated a home on Van Buren and designed South Depot Taco Shop and Oxford University Bank.

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Living the Dream Written and photographed by Rachel Vanderford

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on Hipp and his wife, Becky, take their love of architecture everywhere they go. Having lived everywhere from Charlotte, North Carolina, to Nashville, Knoxville, and Memphis, Tennessee, the couple has lived in and built several homes over the years. Their latest creation is their new home at 1022 Washington Ave. in Oxford.

Having grown up right next door at 1020 Washington Ave., Hipp was anxious to come back to Oxford. In 1991, after having lived in a variety of places, he and his wife moved into a house on South Lamar. Just five years later, in 1996, they bought the land that they now live on.

Before the construction, that area was just a ravine. After a few years and a lot of dirt, they began building in April 2013.

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The house began as a dream.

Twenty years ago, while traveling for his job, Hipp stumbled upon a house in Bolivar, Tennessee, and fell in love. They loved it so much that they recreated the exterior of the home for their new place in Oxford.

“The house was our vision and a local draftsman helped us put it on paper,” Hipp said.

The four bedroom, four and a half bath home is 4,200 square feet, not including the large amount of unfinished attic space. The house is insulated using spray-foam, which Hipp calls “The Yeti Cooler concept.” The floors and ceilings are made from reclaimed pine that was milled in North Carollton, Mississippi. The house is full of glass doors and big windows.

Making it even more spacious, the

Hipps included many pocket doors in place of bulky, swinging doors.

Possibly their favorite addition to the home, however, is the large porches.

“This house is about 1,100 square feet of porches,” Hipp said. “We live outside about as much as we live inside during certain times of the year.”

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Choosing Your Stomping Grounds Written and photographed by Lindsey Andrews

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emodeling a home requires a great deal of time and resources. A large amount of work goes into renovations, but the payoff is often exponential. Of the many elements that go into a renovation, flooring is one of the most important.

Flooring takes an existing space and revitalizes it without having to buy a new home. People often enlist the help of a reputable company to assist in not only the installation of flooring materials but also to provide guidance and service during a remodeling project.

What can flooring do for a home or business? What material should you choose? What are the trends?

Can flooring contribute to a more beautiful home? What company should I use for all my flooring

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needs? These and many more questions are often asked before beginning a home renovation, and we have composed a guide to help answer those questions using advice from our friends at Stout’s Carpet & Flooring in Oxford.

Q. What can floor renovation do for a home or business?

A. Investing in new flooring rejuvenates the space and gives it a whole new look. It provides a cleaner feel while also adding value to a home.

Q. What flooring material should you choose?

A. First, determine where the flooring will be used and what type of traffic would take place. For example, in a high traffic, wet area, tile would be more suitable. Also, ask if there are pets and if that would affect the type of material you would choose.

Q. What flooring will look best in each room?

A. Typically, tile is best in wet areas with sinks or tubs. Wood is better in common areas and higher traffic areas; it is much easier to clean and holds up better. Carpet is best in bedrooms because it provides a cozier, warmer atmosphere.

Q. What are the trends currently, especially in Oxford and the South?

A. Heart Pine and Dark Hand Scrape wood flooring is very popular. The natural, stone marble tile is favored for kitchens as well as bathroom areas. In terms of backsplash tiles and showers, a subway-tiled backsplash done in a brick pattern is trendy throughout the area.

Q. How do I find a company to help with the installation?

A. Stout’s Carpet and Flooring in Oxford can not only help with the installation of all of your flooring needs, but also provides exceptional customer service. Being a family owned company, Stout’s aims to contribute to their services by providing an experience for their customers.

Q. In addition to flooring, what can a tiled backsplash or shower do for a home?

A. The added design of a tile backsplash or shower can really personalize the space. It can pull the space together and make it look more put together.

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Your Focus Written by Eileen Saunders Photographed by Marlee Crawford and Saunders

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he front door of any house is the focal point, the main entryway.

Whether you’re selling your house or want to improve your curb appeal, take a good look at the front of your home and decide if it says welcome.

A freshly painted door can enhance the appearance of any house, and this time of year is the perfect time to get your door in beautiful shape. Stains and oil-based paints need to go on while low temperatures stay above 40 degrees, while for latex paints, wait until the lows are in the 50 degree range. It is always a good idea to consult a paint professional at your local paint or

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hardware store for the best tips on paint types, brushes and other equipment you may use.

Enhance your front door with colors that speak about you, the homeowner, or match them perfectly to your personality.

Here are some great common color choices for your front door and what the color may say about you, the homeowner.

7 Great Color Choices Red: The go-to color for a bold look. This door is welcoming and makes a statement that your house contains positive energy.

There’s excitement inside the house with the red door, and you’re welcome to come in and enjoy.

green transfers a feeling of tranquility, nature and healthy living.

White: A traditional color, white is likely to be found in neighborhoods consisting of townhomes where covenants my say your house color and accent trims need to be consistent with the neighborhood. A home with a white door is a welcoming home that it orderly inside and its inhabitants are ready to serve as your friend or with a big heart to Black: This is a popular color for the community. the professional look, alluding sophistication on the interior.

Blue: A color of peace and The black door is great for the tranquility, any door painted blue classic-style house filled with shows off the homeowner’s space antiques or simply a way to show of calmness. You are welcome that the homeowner is a noto come in, kick your shoes off nonsense professional. and relax. Just make sure the homeowner is there.

Stained: Stained doors are a beautiful trend. They are earthy, warm, and at the same time classy. Keep the stain in good shape because once it starts to weather it adds years to your home. While a painted door looks great with a different color accent trim, stain colors need to be consistent with the other stained elements on the exterior.

Yellow: Yellow sends out happy, sunny vibes to anyone who sees it. The interior of your home is a happy space, and friends are always welcome. The yellow door also portrays the homeowner as a leader, so beware of neighbors asking you to head up the next block party.

Green: The symbol of money, it was once thought that painting your door green would provide you with wealth or sell your home fast. Today, a green door inspires thoughts of eco-friendly living. Depending on the shade, Photo: Angela Rogalski For news, sports and fun, visit HottyToddy.com every day!

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Chairs, Couches, Tables, Oh My!

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Written by Jana Rosenberg Photographed by Marlee Crawford

ohnson’s Furniture Showroom is a family-owned discount furniture and mattress store located on Jackson Avenue right here in Oxford.

Since 1967, Dorothy and Jimmy Johnson have sold to happy customers all over Mississippi. With low prices and a wide selection of both mattresses and furniture, the showroom is the perfect place to go for college students looking to complete their temporary households and Oxford families in need of long-lasting homey, elements.

“We have prices in all categories from expensive to inexpensive,” Dorothy said. “We try to cover everybody.”

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everything from living room and bedroom essentials, dining arrangements, accent accessories, upholstery, office needs, and bathroom décor. The store carries various brands including American Furniture Manufacturing, Ashley Furniture, Fairmont Designs, Coaster, La-Z-Boy, Southern Motion and many more. Johnson’s even offers free delivery and set-up.

Long time store employee since 1979, Nancy Loyed has found that college students have been some of their most loyal customers, especially during the summer months.

“Most of our sales come from college students and our busiest

months are June, July and August,” she said. “Once the kids are done with their freshman year and are able to move into an apartment, a lot of them come in here and we get great business.”

It’s a Family Thing Dorothy Johnson believes that their store is special and unique because of the friendly environment the employees create. Not only does the furniture make a perfect fit for a home in need of comfort, but with help from some of the nicest

“Because it’s a family store, I think we are very special.”

employees, the shopping experience is comfortable as well.

“Because it’s a family store, I think we are very special. We have been around for a long time and a lot of people who lived in the area are very loyal costumers who have gotten to know our staff over the years,” she said.

Dorothy and Jimmy’s daughter, Jimmy-Anne is now running the showroom full time. If you’re looking for some fun upholstery, vibrantly colored pillows and new furniture to fit in with the summer season, be sure to visit Jimmy-Anne and the rest of her staff at Johnson’s Furniture Showroom Monday through Saturday.

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7 Ways to Declutter Your Closet Written by Chandler Morgan Photographed by Marlee Crawford

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leaning your closet space could be the key toward the first step of creating a less cluttered life. The closet is the home for all your clothes, shoes and other items needed in daily life, and being able to find those at ease can change everything about the rest of your day.

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First Things First Get rid of clothing you haven’t worn in over a year. If it’s not something you make use of regularly, it’s probably taking up valuable space that could be used for clothing you wear on a regular basis.

However, just because you aren’t wearing that article of clothing often doesn’t mean someone else won’t, either. Donating your old clothes to sites or reselling them is a positive way to make use of non-used items.

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What’s the Weather?

A great aspect to keep in mind throughout the changing seasons is keeping clothing coordinating to the weather outside in the most accessible area of your closet. If the weather is heating up, try to move your spring and summer clothing closer to the front. By separating your clothing into seasons, you know exactly where you can find which pieces to suite the temperatures for the weather outside.

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Drawers Galore If your closet space allows you, bringing in drawers or a cubby space will be extremely beneficial to organize articles of clothing that don’t necessarily require being hung up. Fold and place clothes in a cylindrical roll versus the standard square. By folding your T-shirts and other clothing items

using this method, you open up more space in your drawers while decreasing the amount of wrinkles.

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Short Spot As the summer heat approaches, shorts typically make an increasing appearance in one’s outfits.

However, rather than placing shorts in a drawer, or using a typical double-clip hanger, shower circle-ring clips are a convenient way to quickly hang and accessorize your shorts.

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Rack Up the Shoes Utilizing door space of closets can be extremely useful in creating space for shelves and extra floor space.

Purchasing a shoe rack to hang over a door can be a great asset for not only organizing your shoes into pairs, but also smaller items such as socks or scarves.

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Pinpointing your Jewels If you decide to keep your jewelry within your closet, investing in a board with hooks to hang your jewelry can help avoid mixing and losing your valuable accessories. For earrings that have a stud-like backing, pushing these into corkboard or a padded material allows you to easily identify jewelry pairings.

Also, pinning your longer necklaces to hang on the board keeps them from tangling.

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Basket Toss For final items you can’t seem to place in certain spots, labeling a basket with a general title of the items becomes a great solution for a universal storage space. Placing baskets on the very top shelves of your closet, or on top of drawers, gets them out of the way.

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New Heights

Written by Steve Vassallo

Oxford Commons continues be a vibrant and growing part of Oxford. Blackburn Communities announced that Phase III of the Heights will open in June. hase III offers a new range Commons are almost completely of choices for home buyers. sold out.

Even more beautiful and “We’re very proud of what private lots on gently rolling we’ve been able to achieve in hills with trees back up to a a short time here at Oxford conservation area. About half of Commons,” said the developer, the 45 homes will be over 2,500 David Blackburn. “Phase III is square feet of tradition Southern opening on schedule in June, luxury combined with modern and we continue to see strong conveniences and architectural interest in the community from features. Meanwhile, lots in a variety of families large and the first two phases of Oxford

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“I believe location and value are the biggest drivers of our success.”

Nelson to promote their latest movie, “The Sound and the Fury”.

“I believe location and value are the biggest drivers of our success,” said Blackburn. “Where else can you find a new home that is between $239,000 and $400,000 this close to downtown small, from young singles to Oxford? And we’ve become a married couples and retirees local destination in our right by from all over the US.” hosting cultural traditions, like the Neighborhood amenities include film festival.” biking and walking trails, schools, daycare, church, and a movie theater. The Village is a nearby commercial area with dining, shopping, and professional office space. Whether you’re looking for a new weekend home or relocating full-time, the Oxford Commons is close to everything you love most about Oxford.

The Malco Oxford Commons Cinema hosted the 12th Annual Oxford Film Festival in February.

The festival attracted stars like James Franco and Tim Blake

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Butter & Bread Co. Multicolored Champaign Tumblers – $33

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LOCAL SITES Photo by Ole Miss Communications

Vaught-Hemingway Stadium The home of the Ole Miss Rebels Football team held about 42,000 until 2002, when the south end zone bleachers were replaced with a rounded bowl, luxury boxes, covered club seating, and additional seating for students and season ticket holders.

The Lyceum Hank Aaron Complex

The Hank Aaron Complex located behind the Oxford Parks Commission’s Activity Center on Price Street maintains three baseball fields, a batting cage, one pavilion, and one covered playground.

Photo by Ole Miss Communications

In 1848, the Lyceum was the first building constructed on the University of Mississippi campus. It serves as both an academic and administrative center. Bullet holes remain in the columns from the riots when James Meredith became the first African-American to enroll at the University of Mississippi.

L.Q.C. Lamar House

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The restored 1870 home of Mississippi’s leading statesman graces three acres at 616 North 14th. A National Historic Landmark, it holds exhibits on Lamar’s life during the Civil War era. A video details the 2008 restoration. Open Thurs-Sun 1:00-4:00 p.m.

Admission $5.00. Students free.

Rowan Oak William Faulkner’s home is open to the public Tues–Sat 10 a.m.–4 p.m. & Sun 1 p.m.–4 p.m.

A $5 fee per visitor is charged for house admission. Guided tours are available. Located at 916 Old Taylor Road.

Photo by Ole Miss Communications

Ammadelle An 1859 Italianate villa mansion designed by architect Calvert Vaux located at 637 North Lamar St. Private residence of the Tatum family.

Hear the inspirational story of the first black congregation to build a church in Oxford in 1867. Newly restored, the 1910 Burns Church now serves the community as a history museum and an events center at 710 E. Jackson.

Exhibits review African American life from Enslavement through the Civil Rights era. www.burns-belfry.com

Bike and Pedestrian Trails The Oxford Oxford has an extensive array of bike Conference Center and pedestrian trails throughout the community. Maps of trails can be found inside City Hall in the Parks and Recreation Office or online at www.oxfordms. net.

Over 25,000 square feet accommodates banquet events for more than 650 people. 102 Ed Perry Boulevard.

Faulkner’s Grave

Photo by William Fowler

William Faulkner is buried in St. Peter’s Cemetery located on 16th Street. Generally recognized as one of the greatest writers of fiction during the 20th century, Faulkner is frequently toasted by visitors with a sip of bourbon at his grave site.

Photo by Ole Miss Communications

Swayze Field Home of the Ole Miss Rebels Baseball team for 25 years, Swayze Field is one of the finest baseball facilities in the Southeastern Conference. The famous right field student section is known for all-day tailgates with barbecues.

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Burns-Belfry Museum

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The University of Mississippi The University of Mississippi, best known as Ole Miss, is a public, nationally recognized research university, founded in 1848. The main campus is in Oxford with four branches located in Booneville, Grenada, Tupelo, and Southaven as well as the University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson.

Theora Hamblett House

Walton-Young Historic House

Theora Hamblett was a self-taught primitive artist best known for her brilliantly colored tree, dream and vision paintings. Her former residence, now a private home, is located at 619 Van Buren Avenue.

The registered Mississippi Landmark was built in 1880

by Horace H. Walton, who owned a hardware store on the Oxford Square. The typical middle class home of the Victorian era is located at the corner of University Avenue and 5th Street.

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church The church was built, following the designs of famed 19th century church architect Richard Upjohn, and organized in 1851. The building is the oldest religious structure in Oxford, having survived the burnings during the Civil War. The church is located on South 9th Street, just off the Square.

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The Barksdale-Isom House The Barksdale-Isom House was built in 1835 by Dr. Thomas Isom as his home, office, and apothecary. In 1995, the home was renovated into a beautiful bed-and-breakfast

by Susan Barksdale. Today, the house and its backyard are available for weddings and other events.

Cedar Oaks Built in 1859 by William Turner, Cedar Oaks is a Greek revival structure surviving a tumultuous past. Now used as a rental site for civic clubs, receptions, weddings, and tours. The historic home is located at 601 Murray Drive.

First Presbyterian Church Founded in 1837 by early settlers of Scottish descent, the First Presbyterian Church was build in 1861. The church has been home to many community leaders and three university chancellors: Waddel, Fulton, and Hume. The historic brick building is located on Van Buren Avenue, just off the Oxford Square.

Blues Archives

Thacker Mountain Radio

Located in the J.D. Williams Library sits the world’s most extensive collection of blues recordings, books, periodicals and photographs. Notable collections are The B.B. King Collection, The Kenneth Goldstein Folklore Collection and The Living Blues Archive Collection. Located at 1 Library Loop.

Oxford’s original live radio show features weekly author readings and a wide array of musical performances from around the area. The free show is taped and broadcast every Thursday at 6 p.m. at Off Square Books.

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Sardis, Enid and Puskus Lakes Sardis Lake, located northeast of Oxford, and Enid Lake, located about 40 miles south off I-55, are large flood control lakes maintained by the Corps of Engineers. Puskus Lake is smaller, located on Hwy 30 West of Oxford.

Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library Oxford’s public library is one of Mississippi’s Regional Libraries offering a wide range of printed and digital resources for adults and children. Located at 401 Bramlett Boulevard and open Mon–Thurs 8 a.m.–10 p.m., Fri & Sat 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and Sun 2 p.m.–5 p.m.

Photo by Ole Miss Communications

Golf in Oxford Oxford has three golf courses: The Country Club of Oxford, The Links and The Ole Miss Golf Course. The Country Club of Oxford, an 18-hole course, is located on Hwy 7 South at Grand Oaks while The Links, a nine-hole course, is located on Hwy 6 West at the entrance to The Links apartments. Ole Miss operates an 18-hole championship course located at 147 Golf Club Road.

Clear Creek Bike Trails The Clear Creek Trail is a 20-minute drive to the Clear Creek boat landing at Sardis Lake. The trail can be ridden as a complete 13-mile loop, a smaller 3-mile Photoloop

by Ole Communications beginner or Miss an 8-mile beginner/intermediate loop.

Photo by Oxford Park Commission

Avent Park Located on Park Drive, Avent Park includes walking trails, four lighted tennis courts, a playground for children, and a lighted pavilion.

Pat Lamar Park Located at the intersection of Country Club and College Hill Roads, Patsy Lamar Park includes almost four miles of walking trails and Lake Patsy, a small lake where fishing is permitted for children and handicapped individuals.

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The Powerhouse Community Arts Center The Powerhouse Community Arts Center is a 1928 structure that once housed the Oxford Electric Company, and now operates as the center for Oxford’s Yoknapatawpha Arts Council. Located at 413 North 14th Street, the Powerhouse houses a diverse range of events, classes, workshops and community performance space. The facility is also available as a rental for special events.

Photo by Ole Miss Communications

Brandt Memory House

College Hill Church

Built in 1837 and standing just outside the gates of Ole Miss, this house was the home of John Faulkner, William’s brother. Today, Memory House is the home of the University of Mississippi Foundation and is often used for University events.

Built in 1853, the church is surrounded a cemetery that dates back to the date of construction. The church sanctuary has been maintained essentially original, except for the addition of modern conveniences.

Oxford City Pool Located at 200 Washington Avenue, the Oxford City Pool boasts a 50-meter outdoor pool with newly renovated changing rooms, rest rooms and shower facilities. The pool is open Mon-Sat 1 p.m.-6 p.m. and Sun 1 p.m.-5 p.m.

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The Grove The Grove is home to one of the most unique college football experiences in the country. Numerous media outlets have ranked the 10 acres covered in ancient oaks at the center of Ole Miss’ campus among football’s greatest traditions and described the Grove as “the Holy Grail of tailgating sites.” Students and locals can be spotted enjoying the spot year-round.

FNC Park Located on County Road 100, the park includes 75 acres of state-of-the-art sports facilities including five soccer fields, eight baseball fields, three softball fields, a BMX track, four concession stands and a trailhead pavilion.

Bailey’s Woods Trails Bailey’s Woods Trail links Rowan Oak, William Faulkner’s home, to the University of Mississippi Museum and campus. Stretching approximately 3,000 feet, the trail takes about 20 minutes to walk through. Bikes are not permitted. Stroll through the heavily wooded area as Faulkner once did.

Humane Society Dog Park The Oxford-Lafayette County Humane Society operates a facility on McElroy Drive, just east of the Oxford-University Airport.

Facilities include a dog park where Oxford residents and visitors are encouraged to exercise their pooches.

Photo by Oxford Park Commission

Oxford Skate Park Completed in 2006, the Oxford Skate Park provides a space for BMX, skateboarding and biker entertainment. The park also has a covered pavilion and playground located on Bramlett Boulevard, across from the Oxford-Lafayette Public Library.

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Photo by William Fowler

Tennis Courts Tennis courts located at Oxford’s Avent Park, The Activity Center, on the corner of Price Street and Molly Barr Road, and the University of Mississippi campus.

Soccer/Softball Complex The soccer and softball complex on McElroy Drive provides two softball fields, two combination soccer/football fields, a pavilion and a playground.

Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts

Photo by Ole Miss Communications

Visit the University of Mississippi’s state of the art facility featuring the 88,000-square-foot multi-event performance space. The Ford Center seats 1,200 in the main hall and offers dance and ballet studios, conference and office space, and a reception hall. Located at 100 University Avenue.

Oxford Park Commission Activity Center The city of Oxford’s Activity Center located on the corner of Price Street and Molly Barr Road is home to two indoor basketball courts, a gymnastics room and several multipurpose rooms.

Photo by Hillary Houston Photo by Hillary Houston Photo by Oxford’s City Market

The University of Mississippi Museum The University Museum’s 20,000-plus object collection houses a wide range of ancient to modern treasures. Find Greek and Roman artifacts, scientific instruments, the collections of Seymour Lawrence and Theora Hamblett located at the intersection of University Avenue and 5th Street.

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Resort Living 120 Castle Hill Drive (662) 234-3735

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Alice & Company Beauty and Salon 1729 University Ave (662) 234-3896

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Big Bad Breakfast Breakfast, Lunch & Smokehouse 719 N Lamar Blvd (662) 236-2666

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Automotive Repair 1814 University Ave (662) 236-3696

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Dr. Michael Perry Dental Services 2408 S Lamar, Suite 3 (662) 513-4619

Embers Biscuits & Barbecue 1703 University Ave. (662) 238-3565

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Crye Leike David Massey 1601 W Jackson Ave (662) 816-8685

C Spire Cellular and Retail 1608 W Jackson Ave (855) 277-4735

Culin-Arts Cooking and Entertaining 404 S 11th St (662) 638-3520

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Good Nutrition Health & Nutrition 1151 Frontage Rd. #B (662) 281-8448

Goose Creek Club Tennis and Recreation Anderson Rd at Wellsgate (662) 380-5055

Guest Realty Real Estate 1721 University Ave (662) 234-5600

Restaurant 306 S Lamar (662) 638-3420

Hampton Inn Hotel Oxford East/West 110 Heritage Dr (662) 232-2442 103 Ed Perry Blvd (662) 234-5565

Holiday Inn Express Lodging 112 Heritage Dr (662) 236-2500

Hollywood Feed Natural, Holistic Pet Food 2210 W Jackson Ave (662) 638-0435

Hunters Hollow Retail & Gun Range 658 Hwy 6 W (662) 234-5945

Indianola Fresh Market

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Gifts & Mississippi Made Products 305 S Lamar Blvd (662) 259-2696

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Oxford Commons Real Estate 112 Mulberry Lane Homes: (662) 236-0060 Retail: (662) 234-4043

Mississippi Federal Credit Union Banking 411 Co Rd 101 (662) 236-9099

Oxford Conference Center

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Newk’s

Southern Steakhouse 1110 Van Buren Ave (662) 234-7003

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Miss Behavin’

Monarch Boutique & Gifts

McEwen’s

Men, Women & Children Clothing and Accessories 1710 University Ave (662) 234-3182

Flowers, Gifts & Quality Candles 1621 W Jackson Ave (662) 234-4440

Johnson’s Furniture Showroom

Catering Services 1005 N Lamar Blvd (662) 234-9300

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Mimosa Flowers Gifts & Gourmet

Banking 5509 Highway 51 North Senatobia, MS 38668 (662) 562-9664

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Oxford University Bank Banking 1550 University Ave (662) 234-6668

Polina Wheeler Real Estate Agent 1700 Jefferson Drive (662) 401-4632

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Poppa’s Wine & Spirits

Sorella Boutique & Gifts

High-End and Hard-To-Find Wine and Liquors 2305 W Jackson Ave Galleria Mall (662) 234-9779

Home Goods, Clothing, Monograms and More 1901 W Jackson Ave (662) 234-9434

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South Depot Taco Shop

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Pure Ryde Health and Fitness 319 N Lamar Blvd, Ste 102 (662) 638-3244

Raymond James & Associates Investments 1013 E Jackson Ave (662) 234-3414

Rebel Bookstore Retail; New, Used and Rental Textbooks; Art Supplies 818 E Jackson Ave (662) 234-2903

Rick’s Plumbing & Electric Building or Emergency Services 11 County Road 324 (662) 268-4024

Sitters Mailing, Home, Hospital Assisted Living & Retirement Sitting Contact Jacqui Lear (662) 259-2401

Real Estate 2716 West Oxford Loop Suite 180 D (662) 832-5442

Tupelo Flea Market

Burritos, Quesadillas, Healthy Options 1004 Van Buren Ave (662) 234-7886

Multi-Vendor Retail Market 1879 Coley Road Tupelo, MS (662) 842-4442

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University Inn

Wine and Spirits 308 E Jackson Ave (662) 234-3331

Hotel and Facilities 1101 Frontage Road (662) 234-9500

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Living 2 Private Road 2050 (662) 234-5227

Beauty & Salon 306 Jackson Ave E (662) 234-1152

Sugar Magnolia Antique Mall

Walker Realty Real Estate 609 Van Buren Ave (662) 281-0094

Antique Collectibles 1919 University Ave (662) 234-6330

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Tom Davis State Farm Insurance Insurance Coverage 1015 University Ave (662) 236-2281

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Raw Oyster Bar & Contemporary Cuisine 721 N Lamar Blvd (662) 236-6363

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Pest Control 1685 Hwy 334 (662) 234-5544

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Lafayette County Detention Center 711 E Jackson Ave (662) 234-6421

Oxford City Hall Visitor Information Available inside City Hall 107 Courthouse Sq (662) 236-1310

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Yoknapatawpha Arts Council Lafayette County & Oxford’s Arts Agency 413 S 14th St (662) 236-6429 www.oxfordarts.com

U of M Museum

Kinard Hall Wing C, Floors 2 & 3 (662) 915-7234

Malco Theatre Oxford Studio Cinema 1111 W Jackson Ave (662) 236-4962

First Baptist Church of Oxford

Day & Night Walk-In Care 1487 Belk Blvd (662) 234-1090

800 Van Buren Ave (662) 234-3515

U.S. Postal Service

University Police Department

440 N Lamar Blvd (662) 236-4265

Urgent Care Clinic of Oxford

Oxford Police Department

Plastic, Cans, Newspaper and Mixed Paper 719 Molly Barr Rd (662) 232-2745

United Way of Lafayette/Oxford/ University

Malco Theatre

The UPS Store

Recycling Drop Off

2535 W Jackson Ave (662) 238-2606

Exhibits Art & Historical Artifacts University Ave & 5th St (662) 915-7073

Businesses & Visitor Info 299 W Jackson Ave P.O. Box 147 (662) 234-4651 info@oxfordms.com

Chief of Police, Joey East 715 Molly Barr Rd (662) 232-2400

Office Depot

Mailing, Packaging & Delivery Services 1739 E University Ave (662) 236-3800

Stamps, Boxes, Mailing Services & Pick-Up 401 McElroy Dr (662) 234-5615 505 Jackson Ave (662) 281-8329

Baptist Memorial Hospital Emergency Services 24/7 2301 S Lamar Blvd (662) 232-8100

Oxford Commons 206 Commonwealth Blvd (662) 638-0365

North Oxford Baptist Church 304 County Road 101 (662) 234-1101

Oxford-University United Methodist Church 424 South 10th St (662) 234-5278

First Presbyterian Church 924 Van Buren Ave (662) 234-1757

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church 403 University Ave (662) 234-6073

St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 113 S Ninth St (662) 234-1269

OXFORD RESOURCES

City of Oxford

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