Good morning, Oxford.

On Monday, the Oxford Area Solutions for Housing board held a panel discussion with local social and emergency service partners to update plans for the Oxford Cold Shelter, which will offer 22 beds for adults in need during December through February.

Oxford City Council approved $70,000 in funding on Tuesday and a rental property near H&R Block on College Corner Pike is being considered, with committees set to establish policies and recruit volunteers for the project — ensuring flexible short-term support.

Oxford is hosting its annual OXtoberfest featuring traditional German music and cornhole games that draw local visitors.

The event offers entertainment for all and brings the community together.

Miami University’s Honors College partnered with Project Dragonfly for its first pre-semester study abroad trip to Belize, where 20 first-year students learned about community-based conservation and leadership by visiting Maya ruins, snorkeling at Tobacco Caye, and engaging with local experts—an effort that set the stage for the group now starting their first Honors class together this fall. In this new collaboration, inaugural dean Zeb Baker said the initiative will grow and build for years to come.

Miami University has created a mini grant program to support creative wellness ideas from faculty, staff, and students—grants of up to $500 are available for proposals addressing physical, emotional, or social health.

The committee will accept applications until the funds run out.

Miami (OH) RedHawks vs. Lindenwood Lions

3:30-5:00 p.m. — Yager Stadium — Cost info not provided — Watch an exciting college football matchup featuring the RedHawks and Lions.

The Stews Live Performance

8-11:30 p.m. — Brick Street — Refunds available up to 7 days before — The Stews make their much-anticipated debut at Brick Street Bar.

Miami RedHawks Women's Volleyball vs. Western Michigan Broncos

6:30-8 p.m. — Millett Hall — Tickets available for purchase — Catch the exciting matchup as the RedHawks take on the Broncos in women's volleyball.

Eastern Michigan Eagles vs. Miami Redhawks Football

12:00 – 1:30 PM — Yager Stadium — Betting insights available — Catch an exciting college football match with expert betting resources.