Arts & Culture

In an hour-long, wide-ranging virtual discussion hosted by Square Books, author Maurice Carlos Ruffin discussed his latest work – a collection of short stories, entitled “The Ones Who Don’t Say They Love You” – with fellow author and Jackson native,...

With the coming and going of Labor Day weekend, one of the biggest weeks in fashion starts today. New York Fashion Week will be held from Sept. 7-12 at Spring Studios in New York City. Not only does this year...

On Sunday, Kanye West finally released his 10th studio album, “Donda,” on streaming services everywhere. In his own true fashion, West announced the album last year, but then proceeded to delay the album nearly three months after its targeted release....

Ella Marija Lani Yelich-O'Connor, professionally known as Lorde, has continued to occupy space in a generation’s mind for almost ten years. Her professional career began at the age of 13, with her first full length album, “Pure Heroine,” releasing when...

Heartbreak HenryPhoto Courtesy: Kathleen Wickham The premiere of Theatre Oxford’s “Heartbreak Henry” last week also marks the return of a notable former student, David Sheffield, to Oxford. Sheffield, with writing credits spanning from Saturday Night Live to many notable Eddie...

YUGO Oxford, a new Asian fusion restaurant, opened this summer on Jackson Avenue on the Square in the building that formerly housed Mesquite Chop House. Run by the same owners behind the Sipp on South Lamar, YUGO features dishes and...

This past Friday, the William Faullkner statue on the Square was surrounded by crowds of people holding red solo cups. The vibes were similar to Double Decker Weekend, with delighted people and good music. Unlike Double Decker, there was no...