Girl, Uninterrupted: Wii beats all other game consoles
By Mackenzie Shuman | July 11Gen-Z kids love the Wii because of the memories attached to playing MarioKart and Wii Sports. However, the console is more influential than we realize.
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Community responds to The Ridges care after roof collapse
By Maggie Amacher | July 8A roof collapsed at The Ridges in 2019. The Athens community expressed concerns on an Instagram post from April about the collapse.
Plane crash near OU Airport, naked man in the river
By Mary Kate McNamee | July 7Athens County Sheriff's Office responded to a plane crash near the Gordon K. Busch Ohio University Airport and a naked man in a river the week leading up to the Fourth of July.
Sassy Cassie: ‘BRAT’ summer is taking over
By Cassie Dye | July 6Charli XCX's “BRAT” is the album of the summer.
From the Grapevine: Chappell Roan’s fame comes from humanity, queer representation
By Libby Evans | July 6Chappell Roan’s fast rise to fame is in part due to her vulnerability and relatability with fans. As all demographics unite in their love for Chappell, her rise in fame brings LGBTQIA+ representation with it.
First presidential debate down with another on the way
By Suzanne Piper | July 3Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden faced off in the first debate of the year. Here are the highlights of the conversation.
Girl, Uninterrupted: Food service jobs provide invaluable work experience
By Mackenzie Shuman | July 1Working in a restaurant has a reputation as being a last resort job where people end up when they can't get hired anywhere else. In reality, some of the best workers come out of the food service industry.
Cows loose, camping disputes
By Olivia Gilliand | June 28The Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to various reports of roadway disruptions.
The Pub anticipates 50th anniversary June 29
By Sophia Rooksberry | June 28The beloved bar and grill invites alumni, students and locals to join the block party celebration.
Rooks Reflects: Choose hostels when planning travel accommodation
By Sophia Rooksberry | June 27Nothing beats the savings, city-immersion and social environment of hostels.
New fire department headquarters opening this winter
By Mary Kate McNamee | June 27The new fire station has been in progress for a year and is set to open this winter. The station is equipped with new features including energy-efficient solar panels, zones of priority and an easy transportation layout.
Taylor’s Table Talk: internship requirements can be difficult to fulfill
By Taylor Orcutt | June 26The E.W. Scripps School of Journalism requires all journalism majors to complete a 200-hour internship to graduate. Though the requirement promotes experiential learning, students face barriers to completing it.
Ohio University celebrates, reflects on Flag Day
By Gina Napoli | June 26The American flag is officially recognized on June 14th each year. Read about the ways veterans and professors celebrate and observe the holiday amidst its recent controversy in society.
'Kids on Campus' inspires, educates during the summer
By Gina Napoli | June 26Kids on Campus is an annual program that creates memorable experiences for campers through educational, nutritional and recreational activities. Learn more about the program's mission, goals and history. Read more at the link in our bio!
Ethan’s Excerpts: Ohio an underrated outdoor destination
By Ethan Herx | June 26From biking across the state to Appalachian Trail level hikes, Ohio has more to offer than just cornfields.
“Bad Boys: Ride or Die” reignites comedy-action film flame
By Nyla Gilbert | June 25The fourth entry in the “Bad Boys” franchise is definitely worth seeing.
From the Grapevine: Reddit has the answers
By Libby Evans | June 23Without the toxicity of an extension of one’s identity onto a social platform, open forums such as Reddit allow people to ask tough questions and give the tough answers. Without the ego diminishing feed of people and places, this alternative media with anonymous users has its own physicality of real truths, both dangerous and helpful.
Taylor’s Table Talk: Undergraduate research experience is inaccessible
By Taylor Orcutt | June 19Research experience in undergraduate programs can help boost acceptance rates to graduate programs and academic careers. However, undergraduate research opportunities are riddled with obstacles.
Alden Library closes parts of third floor due to small fire
By Maggie Amacher | June 19A small fire from a fan has Alden Library’s third floor closed for cleanup. While part of the floor will be closed, sections of it will remain open including the CoLab and the Friends of the Libraries Room.
Sassy Cassie: Dating shows are guilty pleasures
By Cassie Dye | June 19Dating shows are widely popular, but have some serious moral questions to be answered.
