Volleyball: 'Cats look to down RedHawks, Falcons
By Nick Robbe | Oct. 27, 2011Falcons and hawks are birds of prey, but in earlier matchups this season the Bobcats preyed on both.
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Artists pick Scabmart to sell, display Halloween-inspired creations
By Sarah Grothjan | Oct. 27, 2011This Saturday, a group of artists will carve out their own portion of the Athens Halloween Block Party to flaunt creativity beyond that of costume choice.
UCLA student presents aspects of drag in independent films
By Amy Worrell | Oct. 27, 2011A Ph.D. candidate from UCLA exposed a grotesque and enlightening side of independent filmmaking to students yesterday.
Editor's Note: Think twice about the costume you'll flaunt
Oct. 27, 2011Saturday is Athens’ notorious Halloween block party, and, as I’ve made my custom during each of the last four years, I have absolutely no idea what my costume will be.
Toxic-themed balloon animals to grace Court Street tomorrow
By SARA JERDE | Oct. 27, 2011On Saturday, Court Street will host humans, horses — and plastic animals.
Soccer: Ohio in 8th after loss to Akron
By Mike Brienza | Oct. 27, 2011On Sunday, Ohio will find itself in the familiar underdog role it has played numerous times this season, going up against number-one seed Toledo in the opening game of the Mid-American Conference tournament.
Portable lights illuminate Athens for now
By Stefan Malmsten | Oct. 27, 2011Although city officials believe it’s a bright idea to bring in lights for increased safety during Halloween weekend, those thoughts will not translate into any permanent lighting changes around town.
Halloween happenings
Oct. 27, 2011It's time for Athens' annual Halloween block party, and The Post has all the information you need for a safe and enjoyable weekend.
Leaders note bright campus has dim spots
By Olivia Hupp | Oct. 27, 2011Much like the colorful individuals who annually flood its streets, Athens will be wearing its own costume this weekend.
Spirit tour uncovers Nelsonville's past
By Emily Bamforth | Oct. 27, 2011Friendly spirits will guide travelers through the history of Nelsonville tomorrow as the Nelsonville Main Street Organization presents “Nelsonville Spirits... Alive!”
Field Hockey: Bobcats avoid traps of fall festivities to stay on task
By Mark Emery | Oct. 27, 2011With Halloween weekend set to kick off here in Athens, the odds are probably good that most students are putting the final touches on costumes and not mentally preparing for games against Mid-American Conference foes.
Wrestling: Scrimmage to pit green against white
By JIM RYAN | Oct. 27, 2011Wrestling is unlike most other individual sports. As much as the athlete needs to prepare individually, it all comes down to how well he matches up with the man across the mat.
VIDEO: Athens vs. Nelsonville-York preview
By Paul Meara | Oct. 27, 2011Athens will host Nelsonville-York Friday in a game between two unbeaten teams. The game will be played at Basil Rutter Field in The Plains.
Southeast Ohio Disabilities Consortium taking place today
By Brian Vadakin | Oct. 27, 2011A conference today will focus on support systems for students with disabilities who attend career centers, community colleges and universities.
Invasion of the tree-nutrient snatchers
By Olivia Young | Oct. 26, 2011In less than five years, Southeast Ohio could lose a significant source of natural beauty and timber to the emerald ash borer.
Post Modern: Making a living off the dead
By Olivia Young | Oct. 26, 2011A human body shows signs of decomposition as little as three hours after the heart’s final beat. Blood gathers, creating bruise-like blotches as it succumbs to gravity while the skin turns cold, producing an odor as it rots.
OU officials foresee smooth Q2S transition for students
By Sabrina Fawley | Oct. 26, 2011Ohio University administrators reported at the Student Senate general body meeting last night that they don’t believe any student will be disadvantaged by next fall’s switch to semesters.
Student Senate, Office of Disability Services offer free pizza
Oct. 26, 2011Hungry students can run in from the rain and partake in some free pizza at Baker University Center today, courtesy of Ohio University's Student Senate and Office of Disability Services.
Elections: 3rd Ward hopefuls cite safety as top concern
By Ian Ording | Oct. 26, 2011One of two contested races in this year’s Athens city elections will conclude with a new 3rd Ward council representative taking over for Nancy Bain. Though the candidates admire the work Bain has done, both are anxious to implement new plans of their own.
Mayoral candidates: Small-business growth key postelection
By XANDER ZELLNER | Oct. 26, 2011With Athens County experiencing a 9.6 percent unemployment rate and 32 percent poverty rate, both Athens mayoral candidates agree there needs to be a focus on economic change after this November’s elections.
