LFC’s ‘Puffs’ leaves audiences roaring in laughter
By Austin Yau | Nov. 11The group put on the Harry Potter parody play originally written by Matt Cox on Nov. 8-9 at Arts West.
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Cult classics defined by movies old, new
By Leanne Abel | Nov. 11Determining what cult classic movies are, both the originals and the ones we may be adding to the list.
Week 11 Student Media Poll college football picks
By Owen Lipstreu | Nov. 11Our college football top 25 picks this week.
Disney’s ‘Zootopia’ franchise revamps with sequel
By Ruby Johnson | Nov. 11“Zootopia 2” is straying away from its main setting to focus on the mystery of Gary De’Snake, along with new reptile, bird and amphibian characters.
Kendrick Lamar leads 2026 Grammy nominations, surprising snubs
By Emilie Deoreo | Nov. 11Kendrick Lamar tops the 2026 Grammys with nine nominations. Rising stars, including Sabrina Carpenter, Billie Eilish and K-pop group KATSEYE, highlight the Grammys’ shift toward global talent and young voices.
Women’s Basketball: What to expect against Morehead State
By Carly Kunkler | Nov. 11Here is everything to know for Morehead State.
Oh Well: Olivia Rodrigo uses her platform, musicians should follow
By Cassidy McClurg | Nov. 11Olivia Rodrigo recently opposed a video promoting ICE and self-deportation using her song, and she is no stranger to activism. Rodrigo sets the standard for other musicians to do the same.
Adam’s Anecdote: May the odds refuse to favor you
By Adam Gerber | Nov. 11“The Hunger Games” was a revolutionary moment in pop culture. It explored the ideas of an authoritarian nation whose primary goal was to punish citizens who did not possess great wealth.“The Hunger Games” is also a great metaphor for modern government and the extreme wealth gaps in the U.S.
US Weekly Headlines: Democrat election wins, government shutdown complicates
By Zoe Weyand | Nov. 11Democrats scored major election wins across the country this week, while the ongoing government shutdown prompted FAA flight cuts and renewed political tension at home and abroad.
Alex’s Addendum: ‘Frankenstein’ dissects experience of grief, love
By Alexandra Hopkins | Nov. 11Mary Shelley’s “Frankenstein” and Guillermo del Toro’s adaptation portray the inseparable nature of grief and love.
Daphne's Dispatch: The course selection process is flawed
By Daphne Graeter | Nov. 11Students looking to schedule classes feel overwhelmed when their required courses close before their scheduled registration time. There should be no reason why students should have to struggle to enroll in required courses.
Spark of Creation vitalizes OU musical theater seniors
By Fiona Petticrew | Nov. 11Ohio University musical theater students from the class of 2026 performed an arrangement of songs from various musicals at the Kennedy Museum of Art on Thursday. The students are currently working on their showcase materials for work after graduation.
Heidi's Hot Takes: OU, KSU offer different scenes for students
By Heidi Bartolone | Nov. 11Ohio University and Kent State University differ in nightlife but share similar values within the student body.
Big Run Kava Bar, Feral Ladies Cat Rescue host adoption event
By Elizabeth Talaga | Nov. 11Four kittens got adopted at the Feral Ladies Cat Rescue adoption event at Big Run Kava Bar on Saturday.
Ohio to potentially save $2.4 billion in property taxes
By Bridget Thomas | Nov. 11Ohio House Bill 186 passed in the House of Representatives. It aims to cut spikes in property taxes by adjusting taxes collected on the 20-mill floor.
Police blotter: Alleged theft, happenstance arrests, school fights
By Kaitlin Hogg | Nov. 11Police blotter: Four-wheeler theft and snakes in the basement.
Athens residents raise concerns regarding gas prices
By Finn Smith | Nov. 11A Facebook group titled “Boycotting Athens gas stations!” has 2.8k members who voice concerns regarding the price of gas in Athens. Prices in Athens County remain higher than in many neighboring areas.
Mane Avenue Salon rises the ranks in Athens
By Courtney Miers | Nov. 11Mane Avenue Salon opened in February with a goal to serve Athens residents and Ohio University students.
Weekender Briefs: Make Respect Visible week, live performances, pickles
By Maria Saunders | Nov. 11Food drives, holiday shopping and pickle tasting are just some of the activities Athens residents can participate in this week.
Conestoga Hut Project to shelter homeless, some locals concerned
By Fiona Petticrew | Nov. 11The Gathering Place is moving forward with its Conestoga Hut initiative, a project that will house three homeless individuals in Athens. The huts will be placed on The Gathering Place’s property and support the individuals with various resources and community.
