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5 Last-Minute Shopping Safety Tips from the Sheriff’s Office

With Christmas just around the corner, the last-minute shopping frenzy is in full swing. During this festive and busy time, it’s important to remember personal safety while you shop for your loved ones. To help you navigate the holiday rush, Chief Deputy Scott Mills has shared some valuable advice for a safe shopping experience. 1….

Tax Collector Payments – Special Notice

Due to elected official and account changes, the Tax Collector’s office will NOT be accepting credit/debit cards on Friday, December 29, 2023 in the office. Cash or check/money order will be accepted that date ONLY. There will also be NO ONLINE PAYMENTS for taxes and vehicle renewals from December 29, 2023- January 2, 2024.

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​​A Day in the Life: On Scene with Emergency Management

“In our role as Emergency Management, we respond to stuff people really wouldn’t think,” says Lafayette County Emergency Management Director Steve Quarles.  “Oftentimes, there’s not a quick, easy answer for the scope of everything that’s involved in Emergency Management because it’s such a wide scope of things, but to put it simply, Emergency Management has…

Lafayette County Honors Legacy of Dedicated Public Servant with Memorial Highway

In October, the Lafayette County Board of Supervisors voted to dedicate portions of highways to two men who committed their lives to serving Lafayette County, former Mississippi State Senator Johnny Morgan and former Sheriff Bon Hughes McElreath. Bon Hughes McElreath will be memorialized on College Hill Road from College Hill Presbyterian Church to the Coontown…

2023 General Election Results – Lafayette County

Detailed results by precinct are available in the following PDF file: 2023 General Election Results for Lafayette County

District 3 Polling Center

The district 3 polling center for the November 7, 2023 election has been moved from the Stone Center to the Oxford Activity Center on 400 Price Street.

Get Ready to Vote: Important Details for Lafayette County General Election on Tuesday, November 7

The upcoming general election is just around the corner for Lafayette County. On Tuesday, November 7, 2023 voters will head to the polls to cast their vote for the next sheriff, coroner, tax assessor and more. To keep the voting process running smoothly, here’s what you need to know before heading out. Know where and…

Election Results

The November 7, 2023 General Election results will be posted to the following Lafayette County Circuit Clerk social media accounts: Twitter Instagram Facebook

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How to Protect Yourself from Phone Scams

In today’s digital world, phone scams are an unfortunate reality, affecting people of all ages and backgrounds. Sheriff Joey East recently shared insights into some of the most common phone scams targeting residents in Lafayette County and discussed crucial steps to protect yourself and loved ones from falling victim to these schemes. Never give money…

Lafayette County Takes Steps Towards Enhancing Public Safety in Harmontown

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…