Miki Ward Crawford explores, embraces her 'AppalAsian' identity
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 17, 2020Crawford’s biracial, AppalAsian identity has influenced her life greatly, from her childhood to her research on Japanese war brides.
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Kennedy Museum of Art continues to bring people together virtually
By Gabriella Hayes | Nov. 17, 2020The Kennedy Museum of Art has launched numerous virtual programs that families can participate in from home.
City Council: Affordable housing discussed for low-income families, Fringe Benefits for non-union workers
By Maya Morita | Nov. 16, 2020Joseph McCabe proposes a housing development on Luhrig Road for low-income families.
Moonville tunnel’s complicated history attracts visitors, mediums
By Jackson Horvat | Nov. 16, 2020Moonville’s tunnel harbors many ghost stories, but Taylor Mead isn’t afraid.
Casa Nueva resumes dine-in services
By Bekah Bostick | Nov. 16, 2020Casa has reopened its dine-in services in the cantina.
Coronavirus: Athens County has over 300 active cases
By Ian McKenzie | Nov. 15, 2020Over 1,000 people who are in their 20s in Athens County have tested positive for COVID-19.
Jackie O’s ‘Black is Beautiful’ beer proceeds donated to organizations
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 15, 2020With donation from Jackie O's, Athens Mount Zion Baptist Church Preservation Society honors the past while looking toward the future.
HEART Mobile CPR creates educational atmosphere
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 12, 2020Shawna Bobst created HEART Mobile CPR to encourage citizens to learn life saving skills.
Local baking businesses endure, flourish, transition during pandemic
By Keri Johnson | Nov. 11, 2020Local Cottage Food Operations have felt both the good and the bad over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bubbles Tea and Juice Co. opens Court Street location after pandemic delay
By Taylor Burnette | Nov. 11, 2020The business is now serving its teas, smoothies, acai bowls and more to Court Street consumers.
Adelphia Music Hall features local songwriters in Marietta
By Erin Gardner | Nov. 11, 2020The Southeastern Sessions will feature Craig Heath, Megan Bee and John Walsh.
Blotter: Theft at two Ronald McDonald Houses; child calls 911
By Grant Ritchey | Nov. 11, 2020Eighty nine dollars was stolen from the Ronald McDonald Houses.
Weekender Briefs: Join OU Hillel for virtual Shabbat, submit artwork to Women of Appalachia
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 11, 2020Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this November weekend.
The 2020 Elections in Athens, Visualized
By Matthew Geiger | Nov. 10, 2020The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the landscape of Athens County voting, with a huge decline in the number of votes cast in the 2020 Election.
As election excitement wraps up, political groups in Athens look ahead to future local races
By Ryan Maxin | Nov. 9, 2020Midterm elections and political outreach are among top priorities for campus political groups.
City Council urges Ohio Lawmakers to allow continuance of remote council meetings
By Kyra Leckrone | Nov. 9, 2020Council discussed passing an ordinance that encourages the Ohio Legislature to allow for remote meetings to continue past Dec 1.
Students discuss OU’s online engagement attempts
By Colleen McLafferty | Nov. 9, 2020Students weigh in on the successes and failures of socializing this semester.
Mental Health Monday: How COVID-19 diagnoses impacted mental health
By Abby Brown | Nov. 8, 2020Here’s a look at how people have mentally dealt with getting COVID-19.
Coronavirus: 53 cases reported last week; OU sees 5.2% positivity rate in asymptomatic testing
By Ian McKenzie | Nov. 8, 2020There are now four total deaths from COVID-19 in Athens County.
The North End to soon be a welcomed addition to Court Street
By Ryan Maxin | Nov. 8, 2020The opening of The North End is highly anticipated among students and diners.
