Incoming freshmen defer, take courses elsewhere
By Keri Johnson | Sep. 7, 2020Some freshmen have deferred to spring or next fall; others are taking classes at community colleges.
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Coronavirus: 24 cases reported in Athens County during last week
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 6, 2020This is the largest number of cases reported in a week since mid-July.
OU main, regional campuses compare COVID-19 adaptations
By Erin Gardner | Sep. 2, 2020There are slight differences between the main campus and regional campus, however both require the same preventive measures.
Athens Chamber annual golf benefit to get businesses “Back in the Saddle”
By Hannah Burkhart | Sep. 2, 2020Athens Area Chamber of Commerce and Athens Country Club are hosting the event.
Marching 110 virtually plays on
By Lily Roby | Sep. 2, 2020The ‘Most Exciting Band in the Land’ is performing virtually.
Weekender Briefs: Paint at the Dairy Barn, take a yoga class
By Taylor Burnette | Sep. 2, 2020From painting to yoga. Don’t miss this weeks events!
Local legend DJ Barticus hosts weekly dance parties online during pandemic
By Taylor Burnette | Sep. 1, 2020DJ Barticus is still hosting weekly shows — but this time on Twitch.
Athens rallies to end racist practices, support Black lives
By Jillian Craig | Aug. 31, 2020Speeches used statistics to show racism in institutions.
Bodhi Tree Guesthouse & Studio teaches prenatal yoga practice
By Keri Johnson | Aug. 31, 2020The Bodhi Tree Guesthouse & Studio has weekly prenatal yoga classes.
Students on and around campus express concerns about partygoers
By Erin Gardner | Aug. 30, 2020Students living on campus are worried about mask safety and social distancing.
Chesterhill Produce Auction provides local food amid pandemic
By Lily Roby | Aug. 28, 2020Employees and volunteers of Rural Action, AmeriCorps and other organizations work at the auction.
Romance Awareness Month inspires writers, celebration of life
By Keri Johnson | Aug. 25, 2020The month raises awareness to stay in tune with your lovey-dovey side.
OU professors discuss ways to combat climate change
By Lily Roby | Aug. 24, 2020Recent use of industrial factories and transportation has led to escalating greenhouse gases.
LGBT Center hosts monthly summer SpeakOUt panel
By Erin Gardner | July 20, 2020The panel will take place July 23 and will focus on queer people of color.
Coronavirus: Athens County approaching level 4 as cases rise
By Ian McKenzie | July 16, 2020There have been nearly 150 new cases in Athens County in the last two weeks.
Athens restaurants and bars close, require masks as COVID-19 cases rises
By Ian McKenzie | July 11, 2020Several restaurants, including Bagel Street Deli, have decided to temporarily close.
City of Athens to have firework display for Fourth of July
By Taylor Burnette | July 2, 2020Social distancing guidelines are in place, and masks are encouraged for all celebrations.
Weekender Briefs: What’s happening this week
By Hannah Burkhart | July 2, 2020More lists will come as events are rescheduled.
Incoming OU freshmen complete orientation online as a result of COVID-19
By Hannah Burkhart | July 1, 2020Bobcat Student Orientation’s online move in order to fight the spread of COVID-19 is keeping everyone safe but creates huge changes from the face-to-face experience.
Men’s health awareness celebrated in June
By Keri Johnson | June 30, 2020June brings light to a far-reaching topic.
