Welcome to Oxford, Kansas

Oxford is a historic small town located in Sumner County, Kansas on Highway 160 with a population of approximately 1,000 residents. Oxford has been named a TREE CITY USA since 1992. The town site sits on the west bank of the Arkansas River. Cave Park is located on the east side of town, and offers a playground area for children, a covered shelter, and a public access, paved boat ramp to the Arkansas River. Little Town Square is in the heart of the City and provides a place to sit and enjoy the activities downtown.  View More About Our Community 

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    Storm Siren Testing


    Oxford News

    ๐ŸŒช๏ธ It's Storm Season, and We're Ready to Test! ๐ŸŒช๏ธ

    Starting Monday, March 24th, we’ll be putting our outdoor warning sirens to the test EVERY Monday at Noon! โฐ And we’ll keep this up through the end of June, so get ready to hear that test blaring through the air! ๐ŸŽถ

    A friendly reminder: These sirens are meant to be heard OUTDOORS, not from the comfort of your cozy living room. ๐Ÿ  Make sure you’re signed up for weather alerts or have a trusty weather radio on hand to stay safe when storms roll in. ๐ŸŒง๏ธโšก

    Stay safe, stay alert, and let’s make sure we’re all prepared for whatever Mother Nature has in store! ๐ŸŒช๏ธ๐Ÿ“ฑ

    2025 City-Wide Garage Sale

    Oxford Chamber of Commerce


    Oxford News, Events

    ๐Ÿ‘€๐Ÿ“… Mark your calendars! The Chamber of Commerce just announced Oxford’s annual City-Wide Garage Sale is happening Saturday, April 26, 2025! ๐Ÿ›’ Whether you're on the hunt for hidden gems or ready to clear out some clutter, this is the perfect chance to buy, sell, and explore.  ๐Ÿท๏ธ๐Ÿก

    ๐Ÿ“ข Don't miss out on the deals, steals, and community fun! Want to get your garage sale listed on the map? Come by the City Office to sign up! โœ Deadline to sign up is April 21st and the cost is $5. Maps will be created by the Chamber of Commerce and available at Casey's, La Casita, Oxford Post Office and Oxford Liquor. 

     

     

    Cave Park Cleanup


    Oxford News

    ๐ŸŒณ The City Crew Gets to Work! ๐ŸŒณ

    Today, our trusty City Crew rolled up their sleeves and got busy, tackling fallen trees and trimming those that needed a little extra TLC after the recent gusty winds. ๐Ÿ’จ But don’t worry – it’s not all about saying goodbye to trees! ๐ŸŒฑ

    In fact, we’ve got something exciting lined up! On Arbor Day, April 25th, we’ll be teaming up with the amazing 6th graders to plant some new green friends and keep our city looking beautiful and full of life. ๐ŸŒฟ

    Stay tuned for more updates – we’re all about growing together!

    โ˜€๏ธ Now Hiring: Summer Help! โ˜€๏ธ


    Oxford News, Events

    โ˜€๏ธ Now Hiring: Summer Help! โ˜€๏ธ

    Looking for a summer job where you can soak up the sun, stay active, and earn some cash? ๐Ÿ’ต The City of Oxford is hiring Summer Help!

    ๐ŸŒฟ Duties include: Mowing, weed eating, park & pool maintenance, and keeping our town looking its best!
    ๐Ÿ•— Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (weekends & holidays off!)
    ๐Ÿ’ฐ Starting Pay: $10.00/hour


    Applications are available at the City Office or download the application below. Positions are open until filled—so don’t wait! Join our team and make this summer one to remember! ๐ŸŒž๐ŸŒพ EOE

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