Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
Good morning, Oxford.
🎓 Education
Miami University Board of Trustees approved a $281-million plan for a new basketball arena on Cook Field last Friday to improve student-athlete scheduling and boost recruitment.
Some faculty and students voiced concerns over funding priorities and loss of green space.
Miami University and Cleveland Clinic Education have announced a new Master of Education in Health Professions Education program available virtually from this fall.
The two-year program will train healthcare professionals to improve teaching skills using courses by EHS + Cleveland Clinic faculty.
🏛️ Government
The Oxford Police Department swore in new hometown officer Elana Schwartz on Feb.
3 after her graduation from the OSHP Academy and service as a public safety assistant. Schwartz began her first shift on Feb. 2 and will complete a 14-week training process (she is 22) with strong community support.
🏈 Sports
Miami University’s men won a close game 74-72 while the women beat Kent State 71-52 for MAC regular-season championships at Millett Hall.
Both teams clinched top seeds for upcoming MAC tournaments in Cleveland.
🎉 Oxford Events
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Faithfully Fit Weekend Run Club
10:30 a.m. — 1 S Campus Ave, Oxford, OH — Free entry — A community of runners dedicated to physical strength and spiritual growth.
Butler County Bee-Dazzled
1–5:30 p.m. — Talawanda High School — Costs not listed — A beekeeping event featuring insights and lessons on the marvels of honey bees.
Oxford Tractor Supply Grand Opening
1-3 p.m. — Tractor Supply Co. — Free entry — Celebrate the opening with special events hosted by Big Dave at the new location.
🏠 Oxford Real Estate
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💼 Oxford Job Board
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📣 Oxford Announcements
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