Coal plant bill passes easily
Apr. 4, 2006Gov. Bob Taft signed a bill into law yesterday that will give Ohio a better chance at attracting a $1 billion coal-based power plant to the state.
MULTIMEDIA
Gay adoption does promote family values
Apr. 4, 2006Like many of you, I read with interest the article Lesbian couple raises adopted children in midst of debate over gay rights in the March 31 edition of The Post. Judith Millesen, an Ohio University political science professor, is raising two adopted children with her female partner ' an arrangement that might soon be banned in Ohio.
Out with the old ...
Apr. 4, 2006There is a new right-hand man in President Bush's corner with Joshua B. Bolten, the former White House director of the Office of Management and Budget, taking over for the resigning Andrew Card as the new White House chief of staff. Bush is wise to put new faces in Washington in hope of an administrative overhaul to spur a gain in public support. However, Bolten's political ideology does not appear to stray far from Card's, which will means this shake up will likely have little effect.
Communication college receives $15 million
Apr. 4, 2006CINCINNATI ' Ohio University's College of Communication might have a new name after OU President Roderick McDavis accepted a $15 million endowment yesterday from the Scripps Howard Foundation.
Photography contest enters digital age
Apr. 4, 2006More than 2,000 photojournalism entries from across the world have been entered into a competition for 29 awards in the Best of Photojournalism contest today through Saturday in Bromley Hall.
Lacrosse: 'Cats clobbered on the road
Apr. 4, 2006Ohio goalkeeper Jen Heup was able to make 18 saves yesterday when the Bobcats played the Hokies of Virginia Tech, but she could not stop the other 14 that turned into goals for the opposition.
Softball: Pitcher shines in sophomore season
Apr. 4, 2006In a season when many second-year players are apt to experience a sophomore slump
Post-collegiate alcohol intake drops
Apr. 4, 2006Editor's note: This is the fifth in a weeklong series of stories forecasting the future and providing tips for soon-to-be college graduates.
Hawkish fervor just as partisan as naive pacifism; neither will work
Apr. 4, 2006In light of personally finding about two dozen of the little green soldiers last Wednesday, I'm reminded of some unpleasant truths. I'm sure a lot of readers will not like what I'm about to say, but it needs to be said.
O'Shea entertaining Seton Hall job
Apr. 4, 2006An alleged argument between Manhattan men's basketball coach Bobby Gonzalez and Seton Hall director of athletics Joe Quinlan, might cause a coaching shakeup here in Athens.
Petland to partner with local shelter
Apr. 4, 2006Petland will begin adopting puppies from the Athens County Dog Shelter as part of a new program announced at yesterday's Athens County Commissioners meeting.
No one ideal can solve our problems
Apr. 4, 2006I read with interest Joe Vance's well-written inaugural efforts for his column, In Defense of Sanity, last Friday. I was dismayed, however, by some of the arguments he advanced.
LACROSSE PREVIEW: 'Cats head to Virginia
Apr. 3, 2006After a quick return home and a win, the Ohio women's lacrosse team will hit the road today on a positive note.
National chapters, societies network students to alumni
Apr. 3, 2006Editor's note: This is the third in a weeklong series of stories forecasting the future and providing tips for soon-to-be college graduates.
Graduate Senate develops 'Vision'
Apr. 3, 2006A team in Vision Ohio, Ohio University's comprehensive plan for the future, is developing a set of recommendations for OU administrators, and members of Graduate Student Senate reviewed the recommendations at last night's meeting.
Water system failure closes Grover Center
Apr. 3, 2006A valve failure in the chilled water piping system of Grover Center caused the cancellation of classes and activities in that building and the WellWorks wellness center yesterday, and both buildings remain closed today.
BASEBALL PREVIEW: Bobcats return home
Apr. 3, 2006The Ohio baseball team returns home for a brief two-game home stand after a weekend series in Toledo. The Bobcats will face a familiar opponent tonight in Marshall, who played in the Mid-American Conference up until this season.
Grads face thriving job market
Apr. 3, 2006Editor's note: This is the second in a weeklong series of stories forecasting the future and providing tips for soon-to-be college graduates.
FARMERS MARKET: Group to handle pavilion move
Apr. 3, 2006Athens City Council adopted an ordinance last night to designate Appalachian Center for Economic Networks as the project manager for the Athens Public Market Pavilion Project, which provides a place to unite local artisans, foods and cultural activities.
IN THE SLOT: I'll take 'DIII' for the wedge!
Apr. 3, 2006It is hard to argue that the 2006 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament wasn't a little crazier than past tourneys. Chances are you were without your Final Four teams since the Sweet Sixteen, and your mom and little sister both picked more accurate brackets.
