Students adjust to synchronous courses in various time zones
By Joe Timmerman | Sep. 22, 2020Students in places like California and Vietnam struggle to keep up with synchronous courses.
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City Council: Areas rezoned for Athens Mold and Machine; possibility of trick-or-treating discussed
By Kyra Leckrone | Sep. 21, 2020Uptown Business Association Trick-or-Treat will not be happening this year, but trick-or-treating in residential neighborhoods will not be cancelled.
Psychology students learn and practice at campus clinic
By Keri Johnson | Sep. 21, 2020Students can work but also get help at the Ohio University Psychology and Social Work Clinic.
OU’s Global Opportunities programs affected by COVID-19 pandemic
By Hannah Burkhart | Sep. 21, 2020Ohio University’s Office of Global Opportunities is working with various programs and organizations in order to continue global and multicultural education.
Students, CPS talk National Suicide Prevention Month
By Erin Gardner | Sep. 20, 2020September is National Suicide Prevention Month.
Coronavirus: Athens County closes in on 600 cases
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 20, 2020The week of Sept. 6 is the second highest reported case onset in the county.
Kennedy Museum of Art develops virtual portal
By Lily Roby | Sep. 16, 2020The Kennedy Museum of Art Virtual Portal will provide a socially distanced alternative for people to view exhibits and collections.
Weekender Briefs: Buy local produce, drive your car for suicide prevention
By Erin Gardner | Sep. 16, 2020Here’s some fun events to check out this weekend.
Athens residents engage in local kombucha culture
By Keri Johnson | Sep. 15, 2020Some are even starting a “kombucha delivery service.”
City to restart enforcement of 24-hour parking rule
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 15, 2020People with cars parked on the street will have to move them every 24 hours.
Jitterbug Club maintains dance lessons through online format
By Lauren Serge | Sep. 14, 2020The club has transitioned to an online format, which combines both social hours and instructional lessons for members to follow.
Local plant nurseries share what benefits plants have
By Erin Gardner | Sep. 13, 2020White’s Mill, Hyacinth Bean Florist and Greenleaf Landscapes all agree that plants can help with mental health.
Athens movie theaters stay afloat during COVID-19
By Hannah Burkhart | Sep. 13, 2020Movie theaters in Athens are doing everything to stay in business amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus: Rise in cases continues as 53 OU students test positive
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 13, 2020COVID cases continue to rise in Athens County.
OU tutoring services offer virtual help for students
By Keri Johnson | Sep. 11, 2020A virtual learning environment hasn’t stopped OU tutoring services.
PAW instructors adapt classes to online format
By Sophia Englehart | Sep. 10, 2020PAW classes are becoming a staple opportunity for a virtual alternative.
Brenen’s closes after 2 employees test positive for COVID-19
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 10, 2020The cafe has been in contact with the health department for guidance.
City of Athens keeps composting through city-wide program
By Taylor Burnette | Sep. 9, 2020Approximately 1,500 households use the city’s composting services.
Dr. May’s Thai Kitchen offers authentic Thai cuisine
By Lily Roby | Sep. 9, 2020Dr. May is taking COVID-19 precautions very seriously.
Artkinglot Pop-Up Sale comes to west side with jewelry, plants
By Keri Johnson | Sep. 9, 2020Vendors like Cricket Jones and Seeds & Things will be at the sale.
