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Ohio's top Democrat slams cash-for-volunteers deal
Nov. 2, 2009Ohio's top Democrat slammed the local Democratic Party today for scheming to pay Ohio University students $5 for each 4th Ward resident brought to the polls for early voting.
Kulchar Trial: Medical experts disagree as rape trial continues
Nov. 2, 2009Two medical professionals testified yesterday that an Ohio University student who said she was violently raped had no injuries indicative of force on her arms and legs, but gave conflicting statements on the accuser's vaginal injuries.
Local man pleads guilty to manslaughter
Nov. 2, 2009The man accused of murdering a young woman in February and burning her body in a car pleaded guilty to manslaughter yesterday.
Temple becomes bowl eligible
Nov. 2, 2009Temple became bowl eligible with its latest win against the Navy Midshipmen 27-24. The Owls outgained Navy's triple option on the ground 274-227.
Floodwaters swamp Cedar Rapids, Iowa
By By Wikinews | Nov. 2, 2009In the United States, the Cedar River continues to break records today as it floods Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The river is approaching its expected crest of over 30 feet, over 18 feet over flood stage and more than ten feet over the previous record high.
Leona Lewis assaulted at book signing in London, England
By By Wikinews | Nov. 2, 2009British singer Leona Lewis has allegedly been assaulted at an autobiography signing event in the Piccadilly region of London, England.
Whitney Houston has 'wardrobe malfunction' during UK debut on TV show 'X Factor'
By By Wikinews | Nov. 2, 2009American singer Whitney Houston's debut performance in the United Kingdom didn't go exactly to plan on Sunday night, causing a bit of controversy.
Eric Saussine, director of the James Bond fan film Shamelady, discusses his movie
By By Wikinews | Nov. 2, 2009The James Bond film series is one of the most popular and successful, having grossed over US$4 billion worldwide. The suave, sophisticated secret agent has secured his place in popular culture as the definitive action hero that has appeared in twenty-three films between 1954 and 2006.
'Fridays Live' sketch satirized Oprah, not her skin color
Nov. 1, 2009On Wednesday, a letter was printed in The Post that caught the attention of several of my friends and me. It discussed Fridays Live, a local student-produced sketch comedy show which includes sketches similar to the apparently racist antics popular in Saturday Night Live. The sketch in question is one starring Oprah Winfrey and Stedman Graham. Allen Henry played Stedman and Margie Pandora, a talented actress who has the apparent disposition of being Caucasian, portrayed Oprah.
Kulchar Trial: Nurse might take stand
Nov. 1, 2009A nurse could testify today that injuries she found on an Ohio University student could have been caused by rape, if a county judge permits her testimony.
Quiet Riot: Halloween 2009 brings costumes, fun to Athens, without any major incidents
Nov. 1, 2009Monsters, convicts and even Jesus traveled to Court Street Saturday night to raise a ruckus - resulting in a few arrests and disputes.
Face/Off: Hangover sufferers should see glass as half full
Nov. 1, 2009How are you feeling on this hung-over day of our lord, my fellow Athenians? If you're like most of the denizens of this fine city, I'll bet you're not feeling quite up to snuff.
Hockey: Bobcats sweep series at Eastern Michigan
Nov. 1, 2009The Bobcats started conference play with a series sweep of the 20th ranked Eastern Michigan Eagles.
The Summit: Qualms arise among renters
Nov. 1, 2009Residents of Athens' newest apartment complex have mobilized against the management staff, circulating a complaint petition signed by more than 220 people out of the 418 who live there.
Field Hockey: 'Cats capture MAC championship title
Nov. 1, 2009The Bobcats went into the weekend tied for second place in the Mid-American Conference. They finished as the MAC regular season champions.
Post Letters: Shutting down heating plant would leave few alternatives
Nov. 1, 2009I am a little concerned about recent letters concerning the shutdown of the Lausche Heating Plant and the addition of more green energy alternatives. Even though I am in full support of moving toward clean renewable energy and in no way support a reliance on solely fossil fuels for energy, I do not believe the closing of the heating plant is the direction we as a university should be heading.
Study uses electronic textbook to 'rekindle' student reading
Nov. 1, 2009Ohio University's School of Communication Studies recently purchased 27 Kindle DX electronic reading devices, which are being used for research about student textbook use. Twenty-five students volunteered to use electronic versions of the course textbook, which was pre-downloaded on the Kindles.
Churches prioritize diversity in congregations
Nov. 1, 2009The nation's largest Presbyterian, Methodist and Evangelical Lutheran church
