Simple Science: Understanding, combatting recent cold weather
By Alexandra Hopkins | Jan. 31, 2025Last week, the polar vortex swept through the eastern U.S., leaving many wondering how to stay warm in the extreme weather.
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Athens trivia nights provide spaces for fun, games
By Gina Napoli | Jan. 31, 2025Court Street locations including Union Bar, Pigskin and Jackie O’s offer a weekly trivia night and encourage those interested to join in the friendly competition.
Athens City Council continues efforts toward racial equity
By Lilia Santeramo | Jan. 31, 2025City Council met in committee to discuss potential updates of the 2040 Comprehensive Plan, affirming steps to a racial equity plan.
Women’s Basketball: What to know for the Battle of the Bricks
By Charlie Fadel | Jan. 31, 2025Off a loss against Ball State, Ohio prepares for the Battle of the Bricks.
Lately with Layne: Trump responds distastefully to DC plane collision
By Layne Rey | Jan. 31, 2025Although his second presidency is young, Trump handled the briefing of a tragedy with his usual distaste, formulating the accident into a political game and leaning on his hatred of DEI initiatives across the U.S.
Kickin’ with Kyra: Make Valentine’s Day special
By Kyra Dapore | Jan. 31, 2025Valentine’s Day gift ideas and celebrations can be creative and fun.
Letter to the Editor: “Why We March”: The reality of the pro-life movement
By Clare Mulvay | Jan. 31, 2025I wanted to share these important figures because the pro-life movement is not just the political issue that it is often boiled down to in the media. The reason why we March goes beyond all ideological and cultural divisions.
Behind the Lens: Do not praise Trump for TikTok's return
By Ethan Herx | Jan. 31, 2025Throughout the last year of his first term, President Trump called for a ban on the social media giant. Now, he is getting credit for supporting it.
Wrestling: Everything you need to know about Central Michigan
By Brandon Gross | Jan. 31, 2025Ohio looks to bounce back against Central Michigan after 21-20 loss to Northern Illinois.
Student Senate passes all but 1 resolution Wednesday
By Andersen Beck | Jan. 30, 2025Student Senate failed to pass a resolution aiming to balance executive power. Members voiced concerns about disrupting the current checks and balances in place.
What Goes Unsaid: The girls are back!
By Suzanne Piper , Daphne Graeter and Clara Leder | Jan. 30, 2025The girls are back for season 2 to discuss 2025, share some exciting news for upcoming episodes and recap winter breaks!
Women's Basketball: Anyssa Jones shines in loss to Ball State
By Owen Lipstreu | Jan. 30, 2025Anyssa Jones has breakout game in loss to Ball State.
Women’s Basketball: Ohio loses at home against Ball State
By Charlie Fadel | Jan. 30, 2025A solid second half wasn’t enough to overcome the MAC’s top team.
Oscars, Grammys feature nominated works using AI
By Jen Fosnaught | Jan. 30, 2025With 2025’s award nominations revealed, fans are shocked at the use of AI in both categories among nominees.
Hockey: Ohio looks for its 6th and 7th straight victories against Niagara
By Caleb Perez | Jan. 30, 2025Ohio looks to continue winning ways at home against Niagara.
Transfer students find second home at OU
By Mary Kate McNamee | Jan. 30, 2025Ohio University is home to all students, old and new.
Men’s Basketball: Ohio heads to Oxford for Battle of the Bricks
By Logan Adams | Jan. 30, 2025Coming off a heartbreak finish against Toledo, Ohio looks to rebound against its arch-rival.
Athens businesses struggle with construction, chains, closures
By Drew Hoffmaster | Jan. 30, 2025Athens’ local businesses are displeased by the construction, chain businesses moving in and businesses going out of business.
Daphne’s Dispatch: Construction in Athens disrupts town and lives
By Daphne Graeter | Jan. 30, 2025Construction is mandatory to restore roads, walkways or buildings but passersby may feel the construction obstructs living comfortably in an already smaller town such as Athens. There should be a change implemented in the way construction is handled and managed.
Aiden’s Add-On: West Coast population explosion demands climate conscience
By Aiden Ryan | Jan. 30, 2025The American West Coast has seen an explosion in its population over recent decades. While viable economic opportunities exist, city planners cannot disregard the natural landscapes that often entice new transplants.
