Wednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Oxford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Last week, several media outlets reported on topics ranging from a professor’s discussion of trauma bonds and a coordinator’s advice on child planning to legislative changes and Miami University's top 50 ranking for career success. Additional stories outlined hidden travel fees, college admission tips and mental health programs, with experts offering clear insights—providing a broad look at issues that affect local families. Miami University
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Between Aug. 4 and 11, Oxford Police Department euthanized two animals and responded to a telecommunications harassment report that led to the arrest of a man with outstanding warrants as part of a slow week. Oxford Free Press
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Miami University announced changes for the 2025-2026 school year that include a new family dog for the Crawfords and more dining choices like Chick-fil-A, Patio Grill, and Athenian Grill — the school will also open a Rec Center satellite on North Quad on Aug 25 with a fitness open house on Aug 23. Miami University
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What you resist, persists.
~ Carl Jung
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