Oh Well: ICE, fly away
By Cassidy McClurg | Mar. 31ICE has been deployed to aid TSA with airport security wait times.
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Break of Dawn: Cesar Chavez’s allegations teach us a lesson
By Dawnelle Blake | Mar. 31The Cesar Chavez allegations allow us to reflect on past movements and look to build safe places for women while advocating.
OU extends flexible work policy, Hayes incident re-highlighted
By Drew Hoffmaster | Mar. 31On Feb. 26, 2025, Ohio University’s Policy 40.063 went into effect, extending a policy allowing flexible work schedules, hours and work locations for administrators and “classified employees.” A LinkedIn post made by Nerrissa Young questions the fairness of Thomas Hayes being removed from one of his in-person courses because of the extension.
SAVE America Act could change voter laws
By Finn Smith | Mar. 31The SAVE America Act, legislation pushed by the Trump administration, aims to force new restrictions on voting and voter registration. Supporters argue the bill is necessary to limit voter fraud, while critics claim voter fraud is minimal and the legislation will disenfranchise minorities.
US Headlines: US deploys troops, two dead after LaGuardia collision
By Finn Smith | Mar. 31U.S. Headlines: Pakistan is set to host US-Iran talks, two dead after a collision at LaGuardia Airport and Trump promises big wins in midterm elections.
Bobcats to voice opinion on OU investment in Israel
By Dawnelle Blake | Mar. 31Ohio University students have a chance to vote on a bill concerning the university’s investment in Israel and its transparency about it Tuesday.
Star of India offers varied palette for Athens
By Fiona Petticrew | Mar. 31Star of India has provided Athens with Indian cuisine for 24 years, and enjoys interacting with its customers and neighbors.
OU golf course opens, attracts golfers to the greens
By Mary Kate McNamee | Mar. 31Warm weather brings golfers back to OU’s golf course, offering an accessible place for students and locals to play.
Weekender Briefs: Beautification month, baseball, Take Back the Night
By Ethan Herx | Mar. 31City cleanup, film screenings and baseball are just some of the things going on in Athens this week.
Buddy’s announces closure, Senate Bill 56 impact
By Fiona Petticrew | Mar. 30Buddy’s Lounge announced its closure today on Instagram, after serving the Athens community for three years. Senate Bill 56 forced the storefront to close, as the sale of intoxicating hemp has been made illegal without a dispensary license.
Natalie’s Notes: The SAVE Act violates women’s rights, voting rights
By Natalie Saddler | Mar. 30The proposed Republican bill, the SAVE Act, seeks to create barriers to voting. If passed, women’s voting rights are at stake, thus creating another form of control by the Trump administration.
Hunter's Horizon: Strikes on Venezuela possible, war unlikely
By Hunter Person | Mar. 30Amid heightened U.S., Venezuelan tensions, American bombers and naval forces have moved into position as the Trump administration intensifies its anti-drug campaign in the Caribbean. Despite growing signals of military escalation, a full-scale war remains improbable.
Student Senate election set for March 31
By Laynee Eslich | Mar. 30On Tuesday, students can vote for the new position holders in the Student Senate.
OU students to vote on university disclosure of Israel bonds
By Kaitlin Hogg | Mar. 30Ohio University students will vote on whether the university should disclose its investments and end its investments in Israel bonds.
Softball: Ohio splits doubleheader after explosive Central Michigan game
By Brandon Gross | Mar. 30Ohio split the Saturday doubleheader against Central Michigan.
Bobcats host Congo, High Fests
By Fiona Petticrew | Mar. 30Many Ohio University students who live on Congress or High Street took the opportunity to host their own Fest celebrations this year, inviting many to lounge on their couches and play games in their yard.
Sublime reviving with ‘tribute’ album
By Emma Snyder-Lovera | Mar. 30Sublime announced its return with a new album, “Until The Sun Explodes,” releasing June 12. The announcement dropped with a new single of the same name and an accompanying music video.
‘The Toxic Masculinity Tour’ comes to College Green
By Laynee Eslich | Mar. 27Political commentator, podcast host and former Homeland Security investigations special agent Myron Gaines visited Ohio University as part of a campus speaking tour with “Uncensored America,” hosting an open forum centered on free speech and debate over social and political issues.
