Candidates' careers had similar starts
By Lucas Daprile | Oct. 18, 2011Paul Wiehl first looked toward the mayoral seat before 2008 while he was sitting on the Athens Zoning Board of Appeals, in a position appointed by former Mayor Ric Abel.
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A Grave Undertaking
Oct. 18, 2011For some, retirement means leaving the working world and picking up a general hobby. But for Marcia Van Bibber and her husband, Eddie, it means taking that hobby and transforming it into a small business.
Fire officials: Arson root of True House fire
By Rebecca McKinsey | Oct. 18, 2011This morning’s fire at True House was an attempt at arson, fire officials determined.
Student Senate to move on from SB 5 discussion, emphasize campus safety and Halloween preparations
By Taylor LaPuma | Oct. 18, 2011Although members of Ohio University’s Student Senate have admitted they called for the wrong type of vote regarding a Senate Bill 5 resolution last week, senate members are ready to move on with new business.
UPC enchants OU with day of witchcraft and wizardry
By Emily Bamforth | Oct. 18, 2011Students won’t need an invitation by owl to attend the festivities and feasts today during Harry Potter Day, presented by the University Program Council.
Football Notebook: 'Cats rest, regroup, try to rebound from slump before final stretch
By Michael Stainbrook | Oct. 18, 2011It’s that time of the year again for Ohio football.
Monae's colorful act transcends black-tie attire
By Andrew Poulsen | Oct. 18, 2011After making promises of Broadway pageantry, soul songstress Janelle Monáe delivered for a crowd of more than 600, dressed to the nines in her signature black and white motif.
Men's Basketball: Point guard ranks among nation's top college players
By Rob Ogden | Oct. 18, 2011Ohio point guard D.J. Cooper was recently named one of the top 100 college basketball players in America by CBSSports.com.
Free jazz concert to offer unique combination of musical styles
By Anjelica Oswald | Oct. 18, 2011A combination of modern music, classic jazz and arrangements by students and faculty will come together for a performance of the Jazz Percussion Ensemble and Jazz Ensembles I and II tomorrow evening.
Golf: Close out fall season with strong performances
By Brandon Kors | Oct. 18, 2011Editor's Note: This story has been updated to include additional content about top Ohio performers.
Students to forgo first amendment at Friday's event
By Kaitlyn Richert | Oct. 18, 2011Student events held around campus usually include socializing, interacting and meeting new people, but a journalism organization’s upcoming gathering is an exception.
Occupy OhioU: Protests can grow from small start
By Alex Felser | Oct. 18, 2011The Stonewall riots of 1969 were the topic of discussion this afternoon when Political Science Professor Susan Burgess joined the Occupy OhioU movement with a lecture on Queer Activism.
Students smoked out by South Green fire
By Joe Fox | Oct. 18, 2011Students were evacuated from a South Green residence hall early this morning when a fire filled the first floor with smoke.
Student Senate: Execs renege on SB 5 vote ruling
By SARA JERDE | Oct. 18, 2011Senate Bill 5 was introduced and asked to leave within minutes at last week’s Ohio University Student Senate meeting, but this week, senate executives said they made a mistake.
Between the Lines: IndyCar crash should trigger safety changes
Oct. 18, 2011As a fan of multiple motor sports, I’ve often wondered what possesses those who willingly drive vehicles 200 miles per hour around hairpin turns and mile-long straightaways, at all times just one mistake from calamity.
Dems challenge GOP redistricting plans
By Will Drabold | Oct. 18, 2011Ohio Democrats took a major step in repealing current redistricting plans last week when the state Supreme Court unanimously ruled to allow a referendum on the new congressional voting districts.
Leaps and Bounds: International students' involvement valuable to all
Oct. 18, 2011International students are not the only group of people who have different looks, speak different languages and represent different cultures.
Football: Star Nebraska high-school recruit commits orally to Ohio
By Brandon Kors | Oct. 18, 2011Ohio football has again tapped into the Nebraska pipeline for talent.
'Love Your Body Day' encourages positive self-image among students
By Olivia Hupp | Oct. 18, 2011Hair fixed, favorite outfit on, coffee in hand — the day has started out fairly well … until you step in front of the mirror.
