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Editorial: Women always lead the change we need

The National Women’s History Alliance named this year's Women’s History Month with the theme “Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future.” This is because of “overlapping global challenges: climate change, economic insecurity, healthcare disparities and threats to democratic participation.” To celebrate women who initiated change, this is a month to say “thank you” to the historical trailblazers who came before us.

Stars Align: March 15-21, hibernation season is over

The Bobcats are back from break, and the birds are chirping songs of spring. This week, the spring equinox and a new moon conduct spiritual renewal for the signs. 

Athens City Council declines to advance police drone grant

Athens City Council voted 5-2 on Feb. 17 to not move a proposed drone technology grant for the Athens Police Department to regular session, according to a previous report by The Post. 

Police blotter: Filed reports, almost stolen bikes, warrants of the week

Friday, March 6

Alden Library renovation highlights new spaces, rooftop lounge

Plans to renovate Alden Library are moving forward as Ohio University enters the design phase of the project, with architecture firm Perkins Eastman set to lead construction when renovations begin.

US Headlines: Russia inactive in Iran conflict, SAVE America Act

Monday, March 9

World’s largest natural gas generation facility planned for Ohio

The U.S. and Japan recently announced a plan to establish the largest natural gas generation facility in the world in Portsmouth as part of a recent trade deal between the nations. 

Weekender Briefs: Global Arts Festival, Damar Hamlin, ‘Charlie & The Chocolate Factory’

Tuesday, March 17

Rough Patch band makes debut

Rough Patch is a local band consisting of five close friends who love creating music together. Its Feb. 28 debut in the backyard of one of the band members welcomed dozens of attendees and supporters who embraced the band’s first performance with open arms, cheering and jumping around while Rough Patch jammed. 

Athens County Public Libraries offer resources to students, locals

Through shelves of stories and countless activities, Athens' seven public libraries provide areas for residents to connect and communicate. 

Bobcats and Ballgowns creates magic across Athens

Since its formation last fall, Bobcats and Ballgowns has worked to bring magic to Athens through princess performances. 

Men’s Basketball: Ohio’s season ends in disappointment with loss to Kent State

After an “up and down season,” as Ohio head coach Jeff Boals put it, the Bobcats seemed to have gained some momentum heading into the first round of the Mid-American Conference Tournament against Kent State. 

Women’s Basketball: Ohio moves on after thriller against Central Michigan

No. 5 Ohio found it three hours north of Athens in Cleveland to take on No. 4 Central Michigan in the first round of the Mid-American Conference tournament. This game was a rematch of the overtime thriller in Mount Pleasant, Michigan, earlier this season that saw the Bobcats beat the Chippewas 85-83 to open up MAC play. 

Men’s Basketball: Ohio takes crushing overtime loss to undefeated Miami

Ohio (15-16 overall, 9-9 Mid-American Conference) fell in heartbreaking fashion to the nationally ranked Miami Redhawks (31-0 overall, 18-0 MAC) in its final game of the regular season. This rendition of the Battle of the Bricks was one of the best games of the year. It ended 110-108, but these teams needed overtime to decide a winner of this chaotic matchup. 

Women's Basketball: Ohio takes down first-seeded Miami in dominant fashion

Ohio (17-12, 11-7 Mid-American Conference) defeated Miami (25-6, 16-2 MAC) by a dominant score of 77-62. In what was the last showing of the regular season for both teams, Ohio took down the top-seeded MAC team in Miami by winning the shooting battle.

Daily Rundown: Celebrating Green Beer Day, Gold medalist Gwyneth Philips, OU vs. Miami and more!

Gwyneth Philips’ roots run deep in Athens

Inked into the left rib cage, underneath thick layers of protective padding, a tattoo detailing areas of west Athens inside a sketch of a house reminded the hockey goalie of years that turned her dreams into a reality. 

Bobcats celebrate Green Beer Day

On Wednesday, Court Street was brimming with Ohio University Bobcats decked out in their green outfits, passionate about Green Beer Day, a day dedicated to drinking alcohol and socialization between students. 

All 88 Ohio counties under spotted lanternfly quarantine

The spotted lanternfly population has become an increasingly large problem in Ohio, leading the Department of Agriculture to instate a statewide quarantine.

Men’s Basketball: What to know as Ohio looks to take down undefeated Miami

Ohio (15-15 overall) has punched its ticket to Cleveland next week, but before taking the trip up north for the Mid-American Conference Tournament, the Bobcats will finish off their regular season with a matchup against arch-rival Miami (30-0 overall), which is looking to finish off its undefeated regular season.