Good morning, Oxford.

Liz Bishop ’85 worked as a teacher, mother and community activist before following her dream to act — she now appears in movies like 'Sorry, Baby' and TV shows such as 'The Walking Dead: Dead City' and 'Defending Jacob' and says it is never too late to follow your dreams.

On June 19, the Talawanda Board of Education voted 4-1 to create a new part-time records specialist position to process over 240 public records requests since July 1 — the role offers up to 25 hours per week with pay from $25 to $35 an hour.

The new hire will ease the heavy workload on Treasurer Shaunna Tafelski — whose duties have grown with complex requests—and the board may adjust the position if state budget changes create more financial strain.

At a June 19 meeting, the Talawanda Board of Education voted 4-1 to promote Stephanie Aerni to director of curriculum and learning after Lindsey Gregg resigned and unanimously rejected a new assistant IT director role due to funding uncertainty — board members said they will revisit the tech position when state budget issues are clearer.

Artemi Nizameyev, a top recruit for Miami University hockey, will return to Russia for the 2025-26 season instead of joining the RedHawks in Oxford — he scored 55 points last season with the Tri-City Storm.

He will play professional hockey for Chelmet Chelyabinsk in the VHL.

Oxford Freedom Festival

10 a.m. — Oxford Community Park — $5 parking fee — Celebrate Independence Day with games, food, and a spectacular fireworks display.

Brave 5k

8 AM – 12 PM — Oxford Community Park — Fun for all ages — Participate in a 5K run/walk and a kids' fun run to promote community health.