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Ohio forest flourishes to 241,000 plus acres
By Tara Golenberke | May 11, 2011In 1934, the state of Ohio sent a petition to Congress asking to create a national forest and to begin restoration of the land.
'Imposter' Twitter account offers pearls of wisdom from a fake McDavis
By Rebecca McKinsey | May 11, 2011A recently created faux Twitter account sporting OU President Roderick McDavis’ name posts tweets atypical of the normal presidential updates — including some talking about taking shots, being fly and doing “curls for the girls.”
Preachers tell passersby to "turn to Jesus"
By Tristan Navera | May 11, 2011A pair of street preachers has taken up residence across from Baker University Center.
Softball: 'Cats win 'dogfight'
By Bart Logan | May 11, 2011Just before the first pitch of Wednesday’s first-round tournament match-up, Miami starter Jessica Simpson was named Mid-American Conference Pitcher of the Year. Apparently the Bobcats didn’t get the memo.
Convicted rapist appeals, cites warrants, evidence
By Marika Lee | May 11, 2011A Philadelphia man who is spending 30 years in prison for raping an Athens woman he met online filed an appeal brief yesterday.
Manmade maladies for making meaningful cleaning sessions
May 11, 2011Cleanliness is next to manliness.
Track and Field: Competing sibs run past rivalry
By Nick Robbe | May 11, 2011Running can offer people many things: a chance to exercise, a chance to escape reality, or a chance to find one’s identity. Sophomore Erica Toussant comes from a family where running is customary.
Student Senate Elections: Senate execs deny bias
By Caitlin Bowling | May 11, 2011Three members of the Student Senate Elections Special Appeals Committee will not resign despite concerns regarding their impartiality.
Post Interview: Nameless student behind fake Roderick McDavis Twitter explains motives
By Rebecca McKinsey | May 11, 2011The anonymous student who created the fake @PrezMcDavis Twitter account using OU President Roderick McDavis' name and headshot spoke with The Post via email. Read the full Q&A here.
Post Letter: Online photos not troubling for women
May 11, 2011In response to Lindsay Radomski’s letter “Senate candidates must be reputable” I found it almost laughable that she somehow managed to turn tagged photos of FACE presidential candidate Matt Wallace from Palmerfest into something that should “cause alarm” for women on campus.
Police venerate fallen officers
By Bentley Weisel | May 11, 2011Police officers and spectators gathered for a memorial service honoring Athens County fallen law enforcement officers on College Street in Athens. They saluted in silence as the flag was raised, the national anthem was sung, and a prayer was said for the local officers who have lost their lives.
Setting the Stage: Folky Mize plays Saturday
By Brian Bound | May 11, 2011Cheyenne Marie Mize is no stranger to the festival circuit. At this March’s South by Southwest festival in Austin, Mize was recognized as one of NPR’s Best Discoveries.
Track and Field: 'Cats focus on strengths for MAC Tournament
By Nick Robbe | May 11, 2011Now that the big meet has arrived on the schedule, Ohio is able to put all of its focus on its strengths.
Debate turns sour with audience's questions
By Joe Fox | May 11, 2011A mostly congenial debate between the two Student Senate parties turned contentious at times, prompting top university and senate officials to condemn their behavior.
Victory Lap: Bike-hike winds up shared wistfulness
May 11, 2011(Visit ouvictorylap.tumblr.com to view pictures from the ride.)
Post Letter: Letter depicts RSVP in fallacious manner
May 11, 2011There are a lot of misnomers flying around during this particular Student Senate election season.
