Students, faculty adapt to virtual work environments for another semester
By Colleen McLafferty | Jan. 19, 2021The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many to adapt their workspaces.
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Coronavirus vaccine distribution expands across Athens County
By Anna Millar | Jan. 18, 2021Ohio University is working with the Athens City-County Health Department to administer COVID-19 vaccines.
OU, Athens celebrate the work, legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
By Kayla Bennett | Jan. 18, 2021With a week full of events, Ohio University and Athens are creating an atmosphere to understand activism and continue the journey of remembrance and acknowledgment.
Coronavirus: Several local pharmacies to begin offering COVID-19 vaccinations
By Nolan Simmons | Jan. 15, 2021Kroger Pharmacies, Shrivers Pharmacies and Hopewell Health Centers in Athens and Nelsonville will be able to vaccinate people in Phase 1B starting next week.
COVID-19 uncertainty, isolation drive eating disorders
By Juliana Colant | Jan. 12, 2021If you or someone you know is struggling with body image or eating concerns, contact NEDA’s toll-free, confidential Helpline.
City Council: Funding received for Athens businesses, repair project for The Ridges discussed
By Kyra Leckrone | Jan. 11, 2021Holes in several roofs of buildings at The Ridges could cost up to $4.3 million to repair.
What is National Step In a Puddle and Splash Your Friends Day?
By Riley Runnells | Jan. 10, 2021Take the time to celebrate friendship and the little things.
OU students talk New Year’s resolutions
By Kayla Bennett | Jan. 6, 2021With the beginning of 2021, New Year’s resolutions are in order, and they vary from person to person.
OU building to be used as COVID-19 vaccine distribution site
By Taylor Burnette | Dec. 31, 2020The distribution will take place in the newly opened Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine building, Heritage Hall.
Students share their celebrations for a COVID-19 New Year’s Eve
By Kayla Bennett | Dec. 31, 2020With 2020 coming to an end, there are safe ways to celebrate the ringing in of a new year.
How Athens is approaching New Year’s Eve during the pandemic
By Claire Schiopota | Dec. 29, 2020While the Athens Police Department plans to keep up their standard COVID-19 protocols, Athens bars will be taking extra measures to have a safe holiday season.
Athens residents reflect on a virtual holiday season
By Lily Roby | Dec. 28, 2020Students and community members alike celebrated a socially-distant holiday season to protect friends and family.
OhioHealth hospitals start administering COVID-19 vaccine to staffs
By Emma Skidmore | Dec. 23, 2020OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital began giving the vaccine to workers Dec. 18.
Dairy Barn’s annual Holiday Bazaar adapts to COVID-19 precautions
By Isabel Nissley | Dec. 21, 2020During a year that has been especially financially challenging for local artisans, the Dairy Barn sought to provide support for local artists.
Organizations, individuals join forces for Little Miami River conservation
By Joe Timmerman | Dec. 18, 2020The Little Miami River is the cleanest it has been in the last 40 years.
Jackie O’s expands to Columbus with new location
By Sophia Young | Dec. 17, 2020The iconic Athens establishment opened a new location on North Fourth Street in Columbus.
COVID or Flu: A look at the similarities, differences between COVID-19, influenza
By Abby Brown | Dec. 16, 2020Two healthcare workers weigh in on the differences and similarities between COVID-19 and the common flu.
Athenians with disabilities find a lack of accessible apartments
By Jillian Craig | Dec. 9, 2020Finding wheelchair or walker accessibility can be expensive and time-consuming, advocates for disabled Athenians say.
Farming in Southeast Ohio allows for sustainable approach in milk industry
By Ashton Nichols | Dec. 7, 2020Rotational agriculture lessens the damage on the environment with use of spacious farmland.
Athens-based company leads charge in fight against COVID-19
By Ryan Maxin | Dec. 3, 2020Stirling Ultracold has developed freezers that could hold a possible vaccine for COVID-19.
