From policies and budgets to education and public safety, the people whose names are on the upcoming Nov. 4 general election ballot have been deeply involved in the city of Athens’ business.
American democracy may be broken, but democracy as a practice remains the best system for the betterment of all people.
Saying “I love you” can be hard, but here is a guide that may help you express it when you are thinking of doing so.
In 2024, celebrities and influencers came together to encourage people to vote in local elections. However, the upcoming election has not been promoted.
Local elections decide rent prices, transit routes and campus safety issues that shape daily student life. When students skip the polls, others determine their future for them.
Ohio University takes pride in its affordability but may not practice what it preaches when it comes to its notorious Halloween celebration. Requiring students in residence halls to pay a mandatory $50 fee for guests raises questions about the integrity and effectiveness of the monetary requirement.
As we consume historical media such as biopics and engage with history, we must engage with these things at a critical level to not romanticize or glorify history. Even though there is a divide between historical figures and us, we can learn to understand history in a more educational and less harmful way, and understand that history is more than the accomplishments of a few great men.
The U.S. is famously known for the intersecting ideas and culture promoted by our diverse society. However, we have slowly seen an increase in religion residing in democracy. Understanding what it means to reside in an authoritarian nation is necessary in order to stray away from this possible future.
Talent in the National Basketball Association is at an all-time high, and I think surprises will come from all angles in the 2025-26 season. The Oklahoma City Thunder could repeat as champions, but do not count out the Denver Nuggets, Houston Rockets or Cleveland Cavaliers.
Food and people’s relationship with it, is a personal experience. Judging someone's habits may be insensitive to their personal experience with food, which you may not be aware of.
The NFL has allowed Guardian Caps to be worn during games to reduce concussions. Yet the majority of players refuse to wear them, prioritizing appearance over safety. With the long-term effects of head injuries as prevalent as ever, the NFL must step in and make Guardian Caps mandatory to protect athletes from their own vanity.
Despite the hype it gets, Athens Halloween lacks the festive spark the holiday deserves, as college students seem more concerned with blending in, rather than fully expressing themselves.
Social media has evolved more over time, and politics are becoming more heavily debated on such platforms. As a result, this causes division and strain on real-world relationships.
The NHL has been around for 108 years. It’s one of the oldest organizations in North American sports, yet it lacks policy and accountability for domestic and sexual violence. It should be embarrassed.
After the Indiana Daily Student was prohibited from publishing a print edition last week, Purdue University’s student newspaper stepped up to defend against university censorship.
Amid heightened U.S., Venezuelan tensions, American bombers and naval forces have moved into position as the Trump administration intensifies its anti-drug campaign in the Caribbean. Despite growing signals of military escalation, a full-scale war remains improbable.
Lowercase-only typing is a common occurrence when messaging college-age folk, but why it is such a controversial topic is unclear, especially given that typing this way is not the standard.
Being a virgin should never hold you back from experiencing sexual pleasure. Deciding to have sex is a decision that can be made when the time comes, but there is no reason to rush into a sexual relationship, especially when you can have one with yourself.
The Louvre’s recent jewel heist isn’t just a sensational crime; it’s a cultural loss. More than gold and gemstones were stolen; centuries of history, stories and human connection vanished in less than seven minutes. Reporting should honor what’s lost, not glamorize the thieves.
This Halloween weekend, and perhaps every Halloween weekend, people will wear the same costumes.
Solutions by The State News