County News

On September 6, Lafayette County Board of Supervisors President Mike Roberts, representing District 5, and Vice President Chad McLarty, representing District 4, presented Tina Downing with a check to acquire 1.3 acres of property in the Harmontown community for a new Lafayette County Sheriff’s department substation. Harmontown is situated in the northwest corner of Lafayette…

All full-time firefighters in Lafayette County are now EMT-certified, enhancing their emergency response to the community.   Earlier this year, all Lafayette County full-time firefighters became equipped with crucial life-saving skills by obtaining their EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) certifications. To Lafayette County Fire Chief Wes Anderson, this decision just made sense. “Last year, we received…

School’s out, and it’s the perfect time to go boating at one of Lafayette County’s lakes.  An important step to having an enjoyable boating experience is prioritizing safety. In 2020 alone, the American Boating Association counted 5,265 accidents and 3,191 injuries related to boats. Thanks to Lafayette County Sheriff’s Major Alan Wilburn, we compiled a…

Long-time Oxford businessman and former Mississippi State Senator Johnny Morgan passed away this past Wednesday, May 17. Morgan, who was born in Lafayette County, will be remembered for his lifelong support of his county and its residents. Morgan was a true public servant. In addition to serving in the Mississippi State Senate for nearly a…

On Saturday, May 13th, Three Rivers Solid Waste Management Authority will host their free annual Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day, where residents can drop off household waste items not safe for everyday garbage collection. For over 25 years, Three Rivers has organized these events to prevent hazardous waste from filling everyday landfills while also encouraging…

Paul Lytle fell into working at the 911 Dispatch Center back in 2012. His sister, who worked with the Oxford Police Department, had convinced him that he’d love it. “It’s the nerve center of the county,” she said. He hadn’t understood what she meant at the time, but now, there’s no doubt about it. The…

County tests the health of historic trees   In December, an urban forestry consulting firm analyzed the trees around the Lafayette County Courthouse, looking for indications of vitality, disease or damage. Fulgham’s Inc., led by President David Fulgham, spent a day scanning the seven old trees that have provided shade around the historic courthouse for…

Today, mental health continues to gain more awareness and understanding. But Americans in some of the most high-stress lines of work may be the among the last to seek help. In particular, law enforcement professionals are exposed to many causes physical, psychosocial and anticipatory stress. Police officers often witness gruesome events, or their aftermath. The…

Two Lafayette County departments that serve the community all year still find time to give back even more during the holidays. The Sheriff’s Department and Fire Department each rally to help those in need. No-Shave November The Sheriff’s Department is participating in “No-Shave November” to raise money for Family Crisis Services of Northwest Mississippi, an…