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“There’s really no such thing as a typical EMS call,” says Lafayette County Assistant Chief of EMS Toby Lafayette. In Lafayette County, EMS crews are dispatched to everything from chest pain and shortness of breath to car wrecks and cardiac arrests. Responders rarely know exactly what they’ll find on scene. Often information is sparse, and…
Please be aware that County Road 300 is now closed from Oxford Way East to Reserve Loop for road construction. The closure takes effect immediately and will remain in place until further notice.Thank you for your patience as crews complete this work.
Lafayette County is full of organizations working every day to support our community, and many of them rely on volunteers. If you’re looking for a way to get involved this season, here are several local groups that currently have opportunities available. These are just a few of the many nonprofits doing important work across our…
Developer withdraws request; no action scheduled at upcoming Board meeting Lafayette County has received official notice from the owner JWM Development, LLC (McCurdy) that it is withdrawing its application to rezone a forty-acre tract of land on Highway 328 from A-1 (Agricultural) to I-2 (Industrial). As a result, the matter will not appear on…
Lafayette County has welcomed a new IT director, Dwayne Bratcher, who stepped into the role at the first of this month. He follows longtime director Bob Opalko, who retired this summer after years of dedicated service. He says he’s looking forward to building on that foundation and helping the county expand how it uses technology…
Lafayette County continues to move forward with the construction of the new Sheriff’s Department building, with completion expected in April 2026. The facility, formally named the F.D. “Buddy” East Memorial Headquarters, Lafayette County Sheriff’s Office, will provide more space and the capacity to support the county’s continued growth. Construction Progress The construction project is on…
The Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library is hosting one of its most active Summer Reading Programs yet, with free events scheduled through the end of July. The library’s summer schedule includes concerts, films, and interactive programs designed to connect people through fun, creativity, discovery, and community involvement. “Summer’s the busiest time of year at…
On a spring afternoon in Lafayette County, a fire engine pulls up to a smoking building. Inside, two victims are reported trapped. Without hesitation, a high school fire crew approaches the building. In minutes, the fire is out, and both “victims” are rescued. It’s only a simulation, but the skills and teamwork are real. The…
Three Rivers Solid Waste Management Authority will host its annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day on Saturday, March 29. Residents of Lee, Pontotoc, Itawamba, Monroe, Calhoun, Lafayette, and Union counties can bring household waste items to the Lafayette County Multipurpose Arena from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. “It’s free of charge to the residents of…
Lafayette County Tax Collector/Assessor Rocky Kennedy gives residents advice to help prepare them for tax season. Tax Day is approaching, and if you’re feeling overwhelmed by the filing process, you’re not alone. The good news? Help is available right here in Lafayette County. Lafayette County Tax Collector/Assessor Rocky Kennedy and his team are committed…