Good morning, Oxford.

Local legend Harry Thobe was honored on Oct.

25 with a historical marker using a grant from the William G. Pomeroy Foundation—his work on local buildings and passion for Miami sports made him a cherished figure in Oxford—and officials announced an official dedication in April to celebrate his legacy.

Professor Rodney Coates has spent 35 years at Miami University helping students succeed—he created a summer boot camp for student-athletes and now directs Camp Excel for local middle schoolers—to pay forward the support he once received.

Miami University will host the 44th Original Lilly Conference on College Teaching at Armstrong Student Center from Nov.

20 to Nov. 22—more than 350 educators will attend and scholarship registration for Miami participants is available until Nov. 14.

After SNAP benefits were halted by the shutdown on November 5, Oxford farmers such as Lucy Owsley-Goodman and the Talawanda Oxford Pantry reported reduced sales and a surge in food assistance needs—officials warn that even with a partial $4.65 billion USDA aid package, relief may take several weeks. Local leaders and residents now brace for continued hardships as the shutdown delays impact food access in the community.

Indiana University Southeast vs. Miami RedHawks Women's Basketball

1-3 p.m. — Millett Hall — Check event details — Watch an exciting women's college basketball match between the Grenadiers and the RedHawks.

Bilingual Story Time

10:30-11:00 a.m. — Oxford Lane Library — Free entry — Experience a delightful bilingual story time in English and Spanish for children under 6.