‘Companion’ is a surprisingly good Valentines horror film
By Jude Hannahs | Feb. 4, 2025Drew Hancock’s “Companion” starring is the perfect horror film for couples.
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Ohio schools prepare for ‘Don’t Say Gay Bill’
By Mary Kate McNamee | Feb. 4, 2025Gov. Mike DeWine passed House Bill 8, commonly referred to as the ‘Don’t Say Gay Bill,’ affecting public school districts in Ohio.
Editorial: Taking breaks from the internet is important
By The Post Editorial Board | Feb. 4, 2025The internet offers a never-ending stream of information, entertainment and discourse, making it easy to get lost in a cycle of scrolling. However, the constant influx of information can become overwhelming.
Artist Spotlight: Riley James, The Zeitgeist rock Athens
By Sophia Anness | Feb. 4, 2025Riley James, a singer-songwriter, and his band The Zeitgeist create new music in Athens.
Fortnite brings back OG, boosts engagement
By Cami Seymore | Feb. 4, 2025Fortnite introduced its “OG” mode in December 2024, sparking popularity among OU students.
Black-led TV, movies to watch in 2025
By Elizabeth Talaga | Feb. 4, 2025From streaming releases to theatrical premiers, here are some of the Black-led movies and TV shows releasing in 2025.
‘Jeopardy!’ pop culture spin-off transcends generations
By Alexandra Hopkins | Feb. 4, 2025“Jeopardy!” has been on air for 61 years, and for the first time the classic game show is receiving an official pop culture spin-off.
Unusual traditions celebrated in America
By Clara Leder | Feb. 4, 2025Discover all the strange holidays celebrated in the United States.
Ohio SB 1 threatens DEI programs at OU, sparks student concerns
By Abby Waechter | Feb. 4, 2025Senate Bill 1 could eliminate DEI programs at OU and raises questions about inclusivity.
OU plans $2.06 million solar panel project
By Paige Fisher | Feb. 4, 2025Plans to place solar panel arrays on three facilities in the Athens campus were discussed at the January Board of Trustees meeting.
Men’s Basketball Column: Ohio too small during back-to-back losses
By Robert Keegan III | Feb. 4, 2025Ohio has struggled against the MAC’s best big-men and they’re not getting any bigger.
Police Blotter: Theft, warrants, narcotics
By Elizabeth Talaga | Feb. 4, 2025Deputies from the Athens County Sheriff’s Office and officers from the Ohio University Police Department responded to theft, swatting calls, traffic crashes and social media threats.
Groundhog Day predicts 6 more weeks of winter
By Gina Napoli | Feb. 4, 2025Groundhog Day celebrations were underway in Punxsutawney and Athens on Sunday morning. Students and locals submitted their predictions and despite people’s excitement toward the outcome or lack thereof, memories were created and fun was had.
Athens Photo Project supports mental health through creativity
By Ethan Herx | Feb. 4, 2025APP and its offshoot project, Recovery Reframed, work to reduce stigma around mental health and substance recovery through photography across Southeast Ohio and surrounding regions.
Trans Takeover challenges binaries on The Union stage
By Sophia Rooksberry | Feb. 4, 2025The Trans PSA event raised an estimated $1,300 to bolster transgender people.
Women’s Basketball: Ohio loses badly on the road against Miami
By Charlie Fadel | Feb. 4, 2025Ohio’s 72-34 loss to Miami was just the cherry on top of a disappointing season.
Lately with Layne: Acosta, Todd departures represent Trump’s harm to journalism
By Layne Rey | Feb. 4, 2025Seasoned journalists Jim Acosta and Chuck Todd recently announced their departures from their respective mainstream news stations, highlighting the political divide Trump fosters in journalism and the press.
Swim & Dive: Bobcats dominate Eastern Michigan for senior day
By Jackson Huxel | Feb. 4, 2025Ohio has successes across the board, beating Eastern Michigan with a 272.5-79.5 score.
Hockey: Ohio pushes through tough Niagara defense in overtime win
By Jackson McCoy | Feb. 4, 2025Despite a powerful showing from the Purple Eagles’ defenders, the Bobcats were able to deliver a nose-to-nose win Friday night.
Sassy Cassie: DEI is vital in higher education
By Cassie Dye | Feb. 4, 2025Senate Bill 1 bans DEI at a college level, setting back higher education.
