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Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Oxford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Oxford Kiwanis Club honored Frances Yates as Citizen of the Year, Sarah Michael as Citizen of the Years and Jenny and John Bailer as Couple of the Year at its annual luncheon. The awards celebrate local volunteers who have helped make Oxford a better place. Oxford Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Miami University senior Parker Green will study abroad in Luxembourg next semester—earning course credits that roll over and enjoying a supportive community. She is preparing by moving out of her dorm and planning birthday trips with her two roommates. Miami University
- ➤ Richard Campbell, board secretary of the Oxford Free Press and professor emeritus at Miami, explains that teachers report fewer whole-book assignments while students face challenges engaging with extended texts. Experts stress that sustained reading is vital for building necessary skills amid changing educational priorities. Oxford Free Press
- ➤ Miami's Honors College earned a top-five national ranking from College Transitions on Tuesday, Jan. 13. Dean Zeb Baker said the ranking reflects the college's unique courses and strong residential experience at Miami University in Oxford. Miami University
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oxford's Amtrak station is on track to open in 2027 (funded by a grant from the Ohio/Kentucky/Indiana Regional Council and contributions from the city and Miami University) to boost local rail service. Miami University
- ➤ A student-led survey of over 3,300 Oxford residents shows 89% oppose constructing an arena district on Cook Field, with 79% favoring its preservation as a green space. Miami University’s Board of Trustees & community will decide on the project at a meeting Feb. 26-27. The Miami Student
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Miami University's men's basketball team remains undefeated (17-0) and will face the Central Michigan Chippewas tonight at 7 p.m. at Millett Hall as they push for a strong finish despite losing key player Evan Ipsaro to a season-ending ACL injury. The Miami Student
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