Is Snag the new DoorDash?
By Suzanne Piper | 10:59pmNew delivery service, SNAG, gains attention across campus
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Police Blotter: Car crashes into Bromley, multiple counts of fraud
By Kendall Wright | 9:15pmA student was charged with disorderly conduct by intoxication… and being annoying.
White House discusses student loan forgiveness, climate change
By Suzanne Piper and Payton Daugherty | Sep. 25The White House held a press briefing on Monday to discuss President Joe Biden and his administration’s updates on student loan forgiveness, climate change and mental health.
Students drive revenue growth for ORYZA Asian Grill
By Ryan Maxin | Sep. 21ORYZA Asian Grill opened in mid-May and struggled to make revenue without students; however, since welcoming students back on campus in August, sales have been increasing for the third Asian cuisine restaurant along Court Street.
Two ambulances requested, juvenile problems
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 20Many reports were filed regarding minors fighting and causing issues.
OU, local police confident in abilities in case of an aggressor
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 20Local law enforcement and staff have many methods of being prepared in the circumstance of an active shooter.
Park’s Place expands from Amesville to Court St.
By Suzanne Piper | Sep. 13Park’s Place is a casual dining establishment that offers late-night to-go and sit-down meals. Its owner Josh Vernon, said he decided to expand the restaurant out of Amesville and open doors to Ohio University students and Athens residents.
Police Blotter: Tree damages car on campus, injured dogs and deer
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 13In Parking Lot 53, a car had been damaged by a large tree branch.
Police Blotter: Vehicles vandalized, suspicious camera found on property
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 6A woman reported that two of her vehicles had vulgar words spray-painted on them.
The battle for the perfect parking spot
By Bianca Grim | Aug. 31In the midst of being surrounded by boutiques, lively cafes, restaurants, shops and a diverse range of entertainment lies a vibrant atmosphere with a challenge that resonates and tests the patience of many residents and visitors: the troubles of parking on Court Street.
Newfound partnership between Athens and Ostroh
By Paige Fisher | Aug. 30Mayor Steve Patterson said the program is set up to bring cities in the U.S. and Ukraine together to exchange governmental ideas, how administration and how city council operates.
City Council meets in committees to discuss water and sewer services
By Payton Daugherty | Aug. 28Athens City Council met in committees Monday to discuss a customer agreement between Athens and the Le-Ax Water Filtration Plant.
Newest APD Chief of Police takes office
By Madison Kennedy | July 30On July 5, Nick Magruder officially took office as the newest Chief of Police at the Athens Police Department, or APD, following the retirement of his predecessor, Tom Pyle.
Student Senate’s fire fee bill potentially slated for spring 2024
By Jack Solon | May 24Student Senate’s final meeting saw the passing of a $50 semesterly fire fee bill set to be implemented in the spring 2024 semester at the earliest.
Fest season public urination arrests plummet after pandemic
By Donovan Hunt | Apr. 26In the past, many students have been arrested during fest season for public urination but in the past two years there has only been one arrest made.
Police Blotter: Yard decor stolen; woman receives OVI
By Anna Millar | Apr. 26A woman was arrested earlier this week for driving under the influence.
City Council discusses trash service provider contracts
By Jack Solon | Apr. 24Athens City Council met in committees Monday to assess trash service rate contracts.
Fentanyl test strips reduce risk of overdose
By Maya Morita | Apr. 20Fentanyl test strips are slips of paper that detect fentanyl in a multitude of drugs such as cocaine, heroin and marijuana.
Marijuana remains illegal, not law-enforcement’s priority in Athens
By Kendall Wright and Addie Hedges | Apr. 19Local law enforcement agencies say charging for the possession of marijuana ranks low on a list of their respective departments’ priorities; however, it is still illegal on Ohio University’s campus.
Buddy's Lounge prioritizes 'high-quality' cannabis products
By Madalyn Blair | Apr. 19Buddy's Lounge has increased in popularity as it strives to create a welcoming environment for people to hang out and purchase THC, HHC and CBD products that are compliant with the 2018 Federal Farm Bill.
