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Volleyball: Ohio clinches MAC tournament spot against Western Michigan

Ohio (14-16 Overall, 12-6 Mid-American Conference) ended its regular season Friday with a win on senior night against Western Michigan (16-15 overall, 13-5 MAC) to clinch the #3 seed in next weekend's MAC tournament.

Editorial: A penny for your thoughts, America

On Nov. 12, the United States Mint produced the final batch of the one-cent coin, the penny. The currency was first minted in 1793 and bears the face of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln, on one side. After 232 years, the one-cent coin has been discontinued.“God bless America, and we’re going to save the taxpayers $56 million,” Treasurer Brandon Beach said at the Mint before pressing the button to end the penny’s manufacturing.

Men’s Basketball: Ohio shows offensive fight against No. 12 Louisville

Ohio (1-3 overall) suffered its second straight non-conference loss on the road Saturday afternoon against No. 12 Louisville (4-0). The Bobcats took another loss in their grueling opening slate, but showed real offensive ability against a premier team in the process, putting up 81 points in a 106-81 loss. 

Chase on the Case: Extremists don’t represent American politics

American politics has become increasingly polarized over the last decade. From the presidential debate stage to social media to news outlets, the two ends of the American political spectrum seem never to get along. With the most recent 43-day long government shutdown, it appears this is more true than ever. 

Oh Well: Going home for the holidays is challenging

The holiday season is upon us, and can be a relief for many as free time is finally an option. However, some may struggle with who to spend the holidays with. For some, going home is hard, but there is no pressure to spend the holidays with your family; instead, the holiday season should be about spending time with those closest to you, whether that’s your bloodline or chosen friends and family. 

Jack of All Takes: OU men's basketball team needs identity

After a respectable yet frankly underwhelming campaign last season, the Ohio University men’s basketball team lost quite a bit of top-end scoring and valuable production this offseason. Very early this season, those losses are showing their worth, and a paper-thin defense that can’t stop a nose bleed is only the tip of the iceberg among glaring issues plaguing the Bobcats.

Rhapsody Restaurant prepares culinary students for future careers

For Nelsonville locals and hungry folks everywhere, the Rhapsody Restaurant is waiting with a variety of appetizers and dishes. The restaurant is not only popular for its seasonal menus and occasional live music, but also for the students from Hocking College's culinary arts program, who have been making the food and servicing customers for years.

Flight cancellations, pricing spikes ground students for Thanksgiving

Although the government shutdown has ended, many effects remain as the nation returns to normal. Air traffic controllers were not paid during the shutdown, which led many of them to take time off or even find second jobs. However, this resulted in air traffic control towers being short-staffed and airports had to cancel 6% of flights, according to Reuters.

Soph's Soapbox: Pyjama Man threatens celebrities' privacy

Imagine leaving the house and always having to be on the lookout for someone trying to invade your personal space for publicity. In recent years, more and more celebrities have had to be more aware of their surroundings. As a result, one man has been known to do this across different events, targeting multiple musicians and artists. 

Athens Local Drive Thru combats food insecurity

Food insecurity in Athens County has intensified following a recent lapse in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. According to the Athens County Foundation, 16% of Athens residents lost their primary food source during the lapse. An estimated 9,800 residents are food insecure, and 63% of the county is eligible for SNAP.

Police blotter: Loose dogs, goats, well-being checks, arrests

Friday, Nov. 7

Athens looks at accessibility, ADA compliance concerns

Athens City Commission on Disabilities Chair Davey McNelly said the city is failing to meet federal accessibility requirements, an allegation city officials dispute.

US Weekly Headlines: Government shutdown ends, Trump plans to provide $2,000 for every American

Monday, Nov. 10

Growth of data centers poses environmental threats for Southeast Ohio

Ohio has recently seen a massive growth in the construction of data centers. There are currently 194 data centers in Ohio, the fifth most of any state in the country, trailing only Virginia, Texas, California and Illinois, according to the Data Center Map.

Holiday Shoppe blends handmade gifts, spirit of giving

The Athens Art Guild hosted its 17th annual Holiday Shoppe on Saturday and Sunday, transforming the Athens Community Center into a bustling marketplace of regional creativity. 

Weekender Briefs: football, card-making, theater

Tuesday, Nov. 18 

We Should Be Studying: Hot Topics

This week, the three debate random hot topics and discuss recent book-to-movie adaptations.

Burrow Blueprint tackles mental health in Appalachian schools

The Joe Burrow Foundation recently partnered with Nationwide Children's Hospital to develop the Burrow Blueprint, a program that aims to provide and support mental health treatment within schools in Appalachian Ohio. 

OU School of Dance presents Senior Capstone Dance Concert

Senior dance students premiered the Senior Capstone Dance Concert Thursday at 7 p.m. and concluded their final showing Saturday evening. Seven new routines were performed and choreographed by seniors earning their bachelor’s in fine arts.