Today is Friday, Oct. 9 2020. Here’s what you need to know:
Good morning,
Former Vice President Joe Biden’s campaign team is taking advantage of a pretty “fly” viral moment.
After a fly landed on Vice President Mike Pence’s head during Wednesday night’s vice presidential debate, it sparked an outpour of memes and conversation on the internet. And, a mere number of hours later, it sparked a new fly swatter available for purchase on Biden’s campaign website.
The fly swatters—which have already sold out—cost $10 each and feature the slogan “truth over flies.”
A Biden campaign spokesperson said they sold out of the 35,000 swatters in a matter of hours. However, those interested in purchasing fly-themed merchandise can look on Etsy for similar products.
News from The Post:
The Board of Trustees began their October meetings today. Here’s what you missed (The Post)
El 787 is a recently formed Ohio University group seeking to connect Puerto Rican students. (The Post)
The Athens City School District has kept up with construction this year, despite COVID-19 (The Post)
Scores and Game Times:
Athens is traveling to Western Brown for its first playoff game of the year. (The Post)
Despite opting out of the playoffs, Alexander continues its season with a non-conference game against Belpre. (The Post)
Podcasts from The Post:
‘Stay Tuned’ hosts Riley Runnells and Bre Offenberger discuss the People’s Choice Awards nominations, the legacy of Eddie Van Halen, and more in this week’s episode. (The Post)
Athens Weather
It’s going to be the perfect Friday! Skies will be sunny and the high is 77 degrees. (Courtesy of Scalia Lab)
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Hurricane Delta is expected to hit Louisiana today, and it could bring catastrophic effects (CBS News)
Authorities charged 13 men after it was found at least six of them were planning to take Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer hostage before election night. (The New York Times)
After his passing, Eddie Van Halen’s family said they will search his home-studio vaults for unreleased songs (Ultimate Classic Rock)
