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Over 1,200 report Athens power outage

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Elizabeth Talaga named next editor-in-chief of ‘The Post’

Elizabeth Talaga, The Post’s current copy chief, was selected as editor-in-chief for the 2026-27 academic year Wednesday by the paper’s publishing board.

Daily Rundown: "No ICE in Athens" town hall, Take Back the Night, Ohio softball and more!

Schmidt Happens: Political content is polarizing on social media

Political content on social media apps like TikTok, X and Instagram has become an enhanced form of communication for politicians to reach a younger audience and encourage young people to vote. There has been an extreme increase in political social media use, like President Donald Trump heavily using X and former Vice President Kamala Harris' use of TikTok in both of their 2024 presidential campaigns.

‘Minecraft World’ theme park set to open in 2027

On March 21, Chessington World of Adventures Resort announced a “Minecraft-themed amusement park called Minecraft World, scheduled to open in 2027.

Softball: Everything to know about Ball State

Ohio (22-12, 5-4 Mid-American Conference) will travel to Muncie, Indiana, to play Ball State (14-15, 2-7 MAC) in a triple header. The Bobcats are set to take on the under .500 Cardinals and boost their MAC standings.

Athens Birth Circle provides encouragement, support for families

 Raising children can be a full-time job with many responsibilities. Some local families need a little support through their parenting journeys, which is where the Athens Birth Circle, a non-profit organization, comes in. 

The Pest: Sunday mornings, no breakfast in sight

You wake up on a Sunday morning, ready for breakfast and in desperate need of a hangover meal. You glance at the clock and in that split second, your day halts in its tracks. 

OU administrators address students' demands on ICE policy

On Tuesday, the Ohio University chapter of the Ohio Student Association hosted a “No ICE (Immigration and Customs Enforcement) in Athens” town hall in Schoonover Center, bringing students and administrators together to discuss campus policy and concerns.

Take Back the Night to return, amplify support

Ohio University’s Office of Health Promotion is hosting its annual Take Back the Night event Thursday in Baker Ballroom from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m., with opportunities to hear from survivor speakers, witness performances and march in honor of the “resilience” of survivors. 

Daily Rundown: SB56, Bigfoot sightings, spring cleaning tips and more!

Baseball: Ohio wins much needed game against Marshall

Ohio ended its three-game losing streak by grinding out a 5-3 win that saw the Bobcats pull ahead on a 2-run home run by graduate student Will Henson to beat Marshall on the road. 

Abby’s Angle: Don’t hate Chappell Roan for setting boundaries

Grammy award-winning singer Chappell Roan rose to fame in early 2024 after opening for Olivia Rodrigo’s Guts World Tour and the release of her song “Good Luck, Babe.” She won a Grammy for Best New Artist in 2025 and, during her speech, pleaded for better treatment of new artists in the industry. Roan is outspoken about many things, but she is absolutely uncompromising about not tolerating disrespect from fans and believes she owes them nothing. 

Alaina’s Orbit: The war in Iran is a distraction

On Feb. 28, the U.S. and Israel launched strikes killing Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Since then, tensions have risen sharply, and President Donald Trump sent troops to the Middle East and has publicly debated sending more. With Jeffrey Epstein’s files looming, ICE’s raids all over the country and gas prices rising by roughly $0.93 in March alone, it isn’t too far of a reach to suggest that the Trump administration needs a distraction, and the war with Iran might just be it. 

Senate Bill 56 restricts public consumption, home growing

Senate Bill 56 went into effect March 20, banning the sale of intoxicating hemp products without a dispensary license, as well as banning public consumption in the state of Ohio. The bill also prohibits the transfer of cannabis from out-of-state dispensaries or shops. 

‘Forbidden Fruits’ gives viewers a rotten coven to love

Director Meredith Alloway’s “Forbidden Fruits”cameout March 27. However, some were lucky enough to get a sneak peek at the scandalously mysterious fruit named Mall Mean Girls at this year's South by Southwest film and music festival. 

New McDavis Residence Hall set to open this fall

McDavis Hall, the newly constructed 600-bed facility, is set to open in the fall of 2026 when students move in, according to Jneanne Hacker, executive director of Housing and Residence Life.

Human Interest staff share spring cleaning tips

Spring cleaning season is here, and it can be tough to get started on a deep clean of any household, dorm or apartment. The Human Interest staff each shares their own tips for a productive spring clean. 

Bigfoot sighted at The Ridges

After receiving reports of a possible Bigfoot sighting at The Ridges, a small group of professional hunters gathered Tuesday to continue the search. 

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