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Bridges' final days spark search for replacement

After working at Ohio University for more than three years, Brian Bridges’ last day is Wednesday — but the search for his replacement is just getting started.

ACRN named in top 25 best collegiate radio stations, will compete for top 10

Since hitting the airwaves in 1971, local student-run radio station ACRN–The Rock Lobster has produced music, shows and editorials with the hope of receiving national recognition.

West 82 cheap drink special comes to an end

This month, Ohio University students were able to buy a select variety of drinks on campus for next to nothing.

Study: racial diversity low throughout Ohio

Though a recent study gave Ohio’s metro cities unsatisfactory ratings in racial equality, local officials believe Athens is not worse off than other areas.

Concern rises over inhumane dog killings

Calling the current method of euthanasia in Athens County “cruel and heartless,” about 80 people gathered in Walter Hall Tuesday to discuss the local campaign to stop gassing dogs.

Graduate Student Senate seeks further housing options

Graduate students may be on track to finding a new place to rest after a hard day’s work.

Statehouse to consider shortening school year

A proposed bill that could change Ohio class time calculation has some Athens educators double-checking the state’s math and motive.

Alabama airmen subject of new WWII-era movie as well as discussion panel

In 1941, 33 men from Tuskegee, Ala., made history by forming the first African-American aviation unit in the United States armed forces.

Themed day to offer Pirates of the Caribbean fun

Ohio University students will have to drop anchor, grab some booty and shiver their timbers Wednesday.

The Rundown - Feb. 23, 2012

Music of band with mystical roots brings 'feel-good' vibe back to OU

Not only does Kingsfoil help heal Frodo, Sam, Faramir and others in The Lord of the Rings trilogy, but it is also the name chosen by Jordan Davis, lead singer, and his three band mates for their band.

Short play reflects historic Chilean dictatorship

Chile may be more than 5,000 miles away from Athens, Ohio, but the institutionalized violence and murder of civilians the South American country saw in 1970s and 80s seemed much closer to home Tuesday night.

Program boasts low participation despite in-state tuition incentive

A program designed to boost enrollment and keep talent in Ohio could save eligible undergraduate students at Ohio University close to $9,000 a year in tuition fees, but few students have jumped at the opportunity.

Post Letter: O'Brien sets example for equality in Athens

In 2004, Athens County set a clear standard for inclusiveness in the state for our lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender citizens and visitors. Athens County was the only county of the 88 in Ohio to vote down the state constitutional amendment that now outlaws marriage equality and restricts the rights of LGBT people to full citizenship.

Interfaith panel aims to eliminate stereotype use

Islam and Muslims are one and the same, Christians are unaccepting and Buddhists are vegetarians — those are just some common myths that surround some of the world’s largest religions.

Let's Be Unreasonable Here: Basketball: A game of ducks, knickerbockers

Bombay Sapphire Gin, a dash of blue Curacao, tonic, an olive, a slice of orange garnish and a New York bar, and, ta-da! You have the Lintini! Yes, it’s “Linsanity” high time across all of New York and much of the world as the basketball sensation Jeremy Lin sweeps the sports stage, transforming himself from a virtual unknown dumped by both Golden State and Houston to the New York Knicks superstar.

Race heats up as 7 Dems chase 2 county seats

Chris Chmiel addressed Athens County residents by asking, “Who do you want to run your business, the business of county government?”

The cost of the switch

Ohio University is the only one of four Ohio public universities switching to semesters that is requiring students to map out their classes in advance.

Post Letter: County sheriff, prosecutor must be held accountable

As some of you may know, Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly and Athens County Prosecutor Keller Blackburn are trying to move six-digit funds out of the sunshine of the public’s eyes and set up a private bank account for these funds.

Boys Basketball: Hopes for conference championships dashed for local teams

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