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Ah, summer. Birds chirping 🐦, grass growing faster than teenagers 📏, and rain… lots of rain ☔. And no one has felt the wrath of the weather more than our brave mower-in-chief, Devin 🚜💪.

This week, Devin set out like any lawn warrior would — mower blades spinning, mission clear: tame the wild green jungles of our town 🌾. But Mother Nature had other plans 🌧️😅. Thanks to some ambitious rainfall, several areas were less "grass" and more "bog" 🐸. And let's just say Devin found some of them.

One moment he was cruising confidently 💨 across the turf, the next — squelch — the mower sank into a surprise mud pit 🕳️ like it was auditioning for a nature documentary 🎥🦆.

But don’t worry — we’ve had a trusty tow crew 🚛 (and possibly a canoe 🛶) on standby to fish him out each time. He’s fine. A little muddier 🧽. Maybe slightly traumatized by the sound of squishy grass 😬. But fine..

With more rain in the forecast 🌧️🌧️🌧️, we’re considering outfitting Devin with floatation devices 🛟 or relocating him to higher ground 🏔️.

💬 We’ll continue to post updates if (or let’s be honest — when) Devin’s muddy adventures continue. Stay tuned for more mowing drama! 🎬🌾

If you’ve noticed a little extra activity around Oxford this week, you’re not imagining things! A spirited group called Prayer and Action has rolled into town — and they’re making a big difference.

Organized through the Catholic Diocese of Wichita, Prayer and Action brings together high school students who volunteer their time to serve communities like ours. This week, a team of 18–20 high school students, along with four dedicated chaperones and three missionaries, have been hard at work right here in Oxford. Their mission? Simple: serve others through acts of kindness — no strings attached.

From trimming trees and painting homes to sprucing up yards, their efforts are already having a big impact. And they’re not finished yet! The volunteers will be in town through the end of the month, with a fresh group rotating in each week. In total, more than 80 students are participating across the area, all based out of Holy Name Catholic Church in Winfield.

One of the most heartwarming aspects of this project is that it’s open to everyone — there are no requirements based on income, background, or religious affiliation. It’s all about lending a helping hand to neighbors who need it.

A huge thank you goes out to all the students, chaperones, and missionaries who are making Oxford shine a little brighter. A special shoutout to Deanna Houser for capturing the spirit of this project with the photos below and helping bring this story to life. And heartfelt thanks to Myra Jacobs, whose efforts through St. Mary’s Church helped bring this wonderful opportunity to our community. We’re grateful for everyone who’s played a part in celebrating and spreading kindness right here in our town!

City Maintenance Crews were out and about today working hard on street repairs around town! 🏙️ You may have spotted them at the corner of Main St & Sumner St 👷‍♂️🚦

These repairs are part of ongoing efforts to fix areas affected by water leaks and other issues over the past year 💧🔧

If you see the crew out there, don’t forget to give them a 👋 or a friendly 🚗📯 honk to show your support!

Oxford Public Library

Are you a book-loving, community-minded leader with a knack for creativity and organization? Do you dream in Dewey Decimal and think a cozy reading nook is the heart of any town? Then we’ve got the perfect job for you!

The Oxford Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking Library Director to lead our charming small-town library into its next chapter! 📖

🌳 Volunteer Opportunity – Help Shape the Future of Oxford’s Parks! 🌳

Do you love our local parks? Dream of new playgrounds, community events, or making our green spaces even more inviting? 🌼🛝 Then this is your moment!  The City of Oxford has 2 open volunteer positions on the Park Board, and we’re looking for enthusiastic, community-minded individuals to join the team! 💪