Winter rains prove flood system stable
Apr. 6, 2008Upcoming April showers can wash away May flowers as the spring months roll into Athens.
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Your Turn: Patronize all burrito vendors
Apr. 6, 2008Oh, the glorious day! Chipotle finally arrives and showers the student populous with its blessings of free burritos. This was a day I had long looked forward to, but as I stood in line to receive the great offering, the talk among most people was about their other favorite places for a burrito fix nearby. I noticed several patrons casting a sad, almost shameful glance over toward a certain buggy and there was worried conversation that a great Athens institution may be in jeopardy. I, however, feel that the three other burrito joints on Court Street can coexist if we as a whole choose to support them equally (after all, Taco Bell and the Burrito Buggy both survived just fine right next to each other and Chipotle is much more expensive than Taco Bell). Here's a pledge that I encourage all Athenian burrito fans to take; for every Chipotle item you buy, swing by the buggy or Big Mamma's for your next fix. If enough of us do this, I think all three will thrive and the Burrito gods will smile upon our fair city.
Golf: Men finish 15th, women 7th at rain-shortened events
Apr. 6, 2008The rain-soaked golf course may have suggested otherwise, but there was no precipitation on Mark Phillips' parade ' until he stepped out from under his umbrella, that is.
BREAKING: Schaus to be named new athletics director
Apr. 6, 2008Current Wichita State athletics director Jim Schaus will be named Ohio University's new athletics director today.
OU postpones computer registration plan
Apr. 3, 2008This story has been corrected from its original version.
After promising start, Bobcats head to Duke
Apr. 3, 2008It may not be the biggest attraction on Tobacco Road this weekend, but the Ohio track and field team is still looking for a win.
Two EB returns to Athens fan base for album release
Apr. 3, 2008The members of Two EB have deep roots in Athens, as is evident by the meaning behind the band's name.
Salvatore fuels Ohio's energy
Apr. 3, 2008Sitting in the bleachers at the Ohio Softball Field, a jumble of voices can be heard from the field and dugouts, but one stands out. -
Or something like that: The good, the bad and the cheesy
Apr. 2, 2008Here's the thing ' we're not all clever.
Your Turn: Invitation-only Chipotle is 'elitist'
Apr. 2, 2008Yesterday I was surprised to see people eating at Chipotle. As I ventured over with visions of the sweet Mexican ambrosia that is Chipotle cuisine, I was mournfully turned away by the doorman who informed me that it was by invitation only. Instantaneously, I was curious to know who in Athens would merit a special invitation to eat at Chipotle. Furthermore, for what reasons would they turn down a long-time (nearly 10 years), faithful patron of the restaurant? However, those questions are insignificant compared to the disheartening fact that a restaurant claiming Mexicanness would cater to an invitation-only crowd. The Mexican masses that effectuated the first social revolution of the 20th century would cringe at the elitist actions of the Athens Chipotle. Even though I was anxious to have a Chipotle in such close proximity, I am now reconsidering whether I will enter the establishment once the doors open to the plebeian clientele.
The band of the week: Skeletonwitch
Apr. 2, 2008Skeletonwitch, Athens' well-known black metal band, will soon be packing up its gear and leaving for its first European excursion to showcase face-melting guitars and thrashing vocals.
Chamber of commerce plans to split to bring in businesses
Apr. 2, 2008The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce plans to split its membership-based and economic development departments by next January.
Student Senate tolerates general fee budget cuts
Apr. 2, 2008Although the student general fee committee suggested slashing next year's Student Senate budget more than all other areas, the senate supported the committee's recommendations.
Making Peace
Apr. 2, 2008Who: Steven Stoltenberg, the U.S. State Department's foreign affairs analyst for Poland and the Baltic States
Festival Fever
Apr. 2, 2008While Ohio University's annual Halloween party has garnered national attention, many of the OU students argue that the street festivals that happen Spring Quarter overshadow any other Athens event.
Football: No need to play catch-up
Apr. 2, 2008The Bobcats may have been forced to push back the start of their spring practice, but they wasted no time getting back into form.
