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Softball: What to know for a big series against Akron

Ohio (32-15 overall, 14-7 Mid-American Conference) is back at home this weekend for its final home series of the 2026 season against the hottest team in the MAC, the Akron Zips (27-21 overall, 17-4 MAC.)

Sassy Cassie: From out of state to home

225 miles is the distance from Athens to my hometown. 225 miles away from my brother, sister, mom, dad, dog and cat. 225 miles from the town I call home. There was no going home on weekends or hometown friends at school with me. It was just me and the 225 miles from everyone I knew.

Ask Aleni: It’s OK to be happy, grieving at the same time

With summer quickly approaching and finals underway, Ohio University students have started preparing their rooms for move-out day. The end can’t seem to arrive quickly enough for some, but others may be wishing time would freeze right in its place. 

Positively Peyton Ann: A list of must-dos before you graduate

At the start of my freshman year, I made a bucket list of everything I wanted to accomplish before graduation. Time has just flown these last four years, and now it’s time to wrap up my undergraduate experience here at Ohio University. Some of the things on my list were absolute must-dos for me, and others I found that I could’ve just skipped. So, here's my updated list of things you must do in Athens before you graduate:

'The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender' movie leaked on X

On April 12, ImStillDissin on X claimed to have been sent the entirety of “The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender.”   

“Bridgerton” star Simone Ashley dropped debut EP “Songs I wrote in New York” 

Known for her role as Kate Sharma in “Bridgerton,” Simone Ashley released her debut EP, “Songs I wrote in New York,” on April 10 via Abbey Road Recordings. The personal, passion-driven project has signaled a new chapter of Ashley’s career to fans, with the actress turned musician promising much more in the future. 

Alex Cooper, Alix Earle drama splits internet opinions

The Ale(i)x’s are officially feuding. Following growing tension between Alex Cooper and Alix Earle, Cooper took to TikTok to officially call out Earle on their alleged beef.

Athens wineries expect summer rush

Whether you’re a part of the 21 plus crowd or looking for food and scenery, Athens wineries might be the next stop for Ohio University students and locals. 

Clara’s Commentary: Athens is the happiest place on Earth

People say Disney World is the happiest place on Earth, and while I have no intention of offending Mickey Mouse, those people are plain wrong. Any Bobcat, past or present, will tell you it’s right here on these bricks. Ohio University in Athens is truly the “happiest place on Earth.” 

Connecting care in Appalachian Ohio’s behavioral health system

In Appalachian Ohio, where geography, transportation and funding often limit access to behavioral health care, organizations are trying a different approach: connecting the systems already in place, rather than building new ones.

Baseball: Ohio falls in another midweek game to Northern Kentucky

Ohio won the series finale against Central Michigan on Sunday afternoon and was hoping to keep the momentum rolling against Northern Kentucky Tuesday night. This game marked the first of a five-game home stand for the Bobcats, but they were unable to get the win, falling to a final score of 7-4. 

Athens exits ORCA after mayor resigns from board

The city of Athens is no longer a member of the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia, ending a partnership that began when the organization launched in 2017.

Daphne's Diary: Time is a thief

On a random day during junior year, I left one of my classes in Scripps Hall with a classmate I had never met before, but who was a senior in their final semester. We’d never spoken until that random day, but what they said to me has been present in each day of my senior year. 

Blabby Abby: The last goodbye

The sixth floor of the library has never felt so heavy. I’ve never really run out of things to say, but suddenly, in two weeks, I walk into The Convo in a cap and gown, and I have never had a harder time getting words onto a document about how I feel. 

Sassy Cassie: Sports are romantic

It is no secret I am a huge sports fan; I have written 20+ columns on different sports in the past two years of writing for the opinion section. Even though leagues, teams and players frustrated me beyond belief, I always find myself sitting in front of my TV watching a game or a race at the end of the day, because sports are romantic.

Vertiv to expand manufacturing in Ironton

Correction appended: A previous version stated Chayton Hemsey is a senior account executive with Vertiv. The article has been corrected to reflect her role as senior account executive with Ruder Finn, a public relations agency working for Vertiv.

Daily Rundown: 60 minutes with UAOU, A path to healing in Appalachian Ohio and Hei Hei Kimchi!

A camera, a community and a path to healing in Appalachian Ohio

For more than 25 years, the Athens Photo Project has turned photography into a tool for healing, giving community members a creative path toward mental health and recovery.

Baseball: Looking ahead to game against Northern Kentucky

Ohio (8-31 overall, 5-16 Mid-American Conference) is finally back at Bob Wren Stadium on Tuesday for a game against the visiting Northern Kentucky Norse (16-22 overall, 6-9 Horizon).