Your Turn: Mayoral candidates in Athens offer contrasting plans for city
Oct. 31, 2007The difference between the visions of the future of Athens presented by the two candidates for mayor is striking.
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Interim dean chosen for 1-year term
Oct. 31, 2007A week after Ohio University's Eastern Campus Dean Paul Bibbins announced his resignation, Executive Vice President and Provost Kathy Krendl appointed an interim to ease the transition.
The Voice of Reason: Homosexuality shouldn't be a taboo topic in today's society
Oct. 31, 2007Recently, Harry Potter author J.K. Rowling outed her beloved character Albus Dumbledore as a homosexual. The move was met with controversy in a culture that, despite its modernity, remains uncomfortable with alternative lifestyles. Rowling is allowed whatever artistic and political freedoms she desires, but her revelation does offer us an opportunity to reassess traditional values and question the place of homosexuality in a free society.
Senior dancers to fill theatre with variety of emotions
Oct. 31, 2007Ohio University dance students used personal emotions and experiences to inspire the pieces for this quarter's Senior Dance Concert.
JAZZ in Athens
Oct. 31, 2007With six albums under his belt and a music range including jazz, funk and R&B, Athens musician Nik Gruber has loved playing music most of his life.
Your Turn: The new law director needs to protect student tenants' rights
Oct. 31, 2007Leaky faucets, holes in the walls and water dripping down from the ceiling ' What can we do?
Council hopefuls discuss issues
Oct. 31, 2007Athens City Council at-large elections are Tuesday, with five potential candidates vying for three spots. Incumbent Jim Sands and candidate Elahu Gosney talked with The Post about Halloween, Richland Avenue and the preservation of green space. Incumbent Amy Flowers and candidates Troy Gregorino and Cindy Johnson shared their views about these topics via e-mail.
Maybe It's Just Me: Living life to the fullest is not the same as living life recklessly
Oct. 31, 2007Seven college students were killed in a beach house fire in North Carolina, and it sends a sobering message to all of us: No matter who we are, our socioeconomic status, our class, our age, our race, our gender or our physical abilities, we can die any time. It seems morbid and almost harsh to put that truth into words, but not saying it doesn't make it any less of a reality.
Your Turn: Law director needs commitment to public service
Oct. 31, 2007I believe a public official should have a commitment to community service. Garry Hunter has demonstrated his commitment to community service by being a member of The Plains United Methodist Church for 42 years, a 25-year member of the Salvation Army Board, a former member of both the Kiwanis and the Athens Foundation, a volunteer, legal counsel for the Athens High School McClure Education Foundation, a volunteer, legal counsel for the Nelsonville High School Restoration Foundation and member of the community Improvement Corporation. I support Garry Hunter for re-election as Athens City Law Director.
Golf: Bobcats wrap up fall season this weekend in Florida
Oct. 25, 2007The men's golf team will end its fall season tomorrow and Sunday at the Big East/Mid-American Conference Challenge, hosted by Marquette University.
Field Hockey: No. 15 ranked Ohio prepares for final regular-season matchup
Oct. 25, 2007His team clinched the regular-season Mid-American Conference title last weekend, but Ohio coach Neil Macmillan still expects his team to give its best in its final regular-season game at Central Michigan today.
Soccer: Bobcats fight to secure MAC Tournament home games
Oct. 25, 2007Time is winding down on the Bobcats.
Swimming & Diving: 'Strong returning team' boosts 'Cats chance for success at season opener
Oct. 25, 2007The Ohio swimming and diving team opens up its season tomorrow with a double-dual meet against Kenyon and Ohio State at Kenyon. The Bobcats are coming off of a solid season last year, which had them finishing second at the Mid-American Conference Championships.
Brick roads pose problems
Oct. 25, 2007Editor's note: This is the third story in a five-part series investigating how parts of Athens' infrastructure are rapidly deteriorating as city officials struggle to find the funds for repairs.
City, volunteers help keep Uptown a safe environment during Halloween
Oct. 25, 2007While partygoers are enjoying this weekend's Halloween festivities, there is a crew of city employees and community volunteers to make sure it happens safely.
OUPD tightens security at The Ridges for Halloween
Oct. 25, 2007Ohio University administrators known as Green Jackets and extra police patrolling The Ridges are more likely to lurk in the shadows of the old tuberculosis ward than ghosts this weekend.
Women's group advocates civil rights
Oct. 25, 2007The American Association of University Women is hosting an open informational tea today from 4 to 6 p.m.
