Could Ohio survive without athletics?
May 12, 2005First off, the idea of a university without sports is a foolish idea all in itself.
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Checks from Athens County Auditor's Office forged
May 12, 2005The Athens County Sheriff's Office is searching for a local scammer in connection with an international checking scam that has produced four counterfeit checks mimicking those of the Athens County Auditor's Office.
Lost plane leads to Capitol evacuation
May 11, 2005WASHINGTON -A small plane strayed within three miles of the White House yesterday, leading to frantic evacuation of the executive mansion and the Capitol with military jets scrambling to intercept the aircraft and firing flares to steer it away.
Mom's Weekend competition brings accomplished alumnus
May 11, 2005After a close contest on Mother's Day, the Ball State Cardinals overcame the Bobcats with a last-inning rally.
Bomb in market kills 69
May 11, 2005BAGHDAD, Iraq --Suicide bombs ripped through a crowded market and a line of security force recruits yesterday as a wave of explosions and gunfire across Iraq killed at least 69 people -pushing the death toll from insurgent violence to more than 400 in less than two weeks.
Runner earns conference honor in season opener
May 11, 2005Ohio junior Scott Mayle was announced as the Mid-American Conference Track and Field Men's Athlete of the Week.
Fall of Nazis, Hitler ignored on May 5
May 11, 2005(U-WIRE) - Sixty years ago last Monday, one of the most historic documents in history was signed in Rheims, France, by three men: U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Walter Bedell Smith, Soviet Union Maj. Gen. Ivan Sousloparov and German Col. Gen. Alfred Jodl. What document did they sign? Nothing less than the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany to the Allied forces.
Pacers even up series in Game 2
May 11, 2005AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -The NBA's most resilient team bounced back again.
Senate opposes 'Ohio Patriot Act'
May 11, 2005A new law, if passed by the Ohio legislature, will require students to tell police officers their age when questioned, potentially incriminating themselves.
Track, Field gears up for MAC Tournament
May 11, 2005After over a decade, the Mid-American Conference Outdoor Track and Field Championships return to Athens this weekend.
Bobcats consider adopting 12-game schedule
May 11, 2005After next season, the Ohio football program likely will be saying goodbye to the bye week.
Athens' varying political climate underestimated
May 11, 2005Athens County might not be so blue these days.
Athens native runs for at-large council seat
May 11, 2005Campaigning against incumbents as an independent is one of the biggest challenges a candidate can face in an election. However, Elahu Gosney believes his background and political leanings will work in his favor as he campaigns as an independent for an at-large Athens City Council seat.
Make raises incentives, not hand-outs
May 11, 2005Incentives motivate individuals and groups to do more, to work harder, and to achieve what is great. Incentives come in the form of good grades for students and in the shape of the perfect job for college graduates. And yes, incentives often come in the form of raises for employees who are willing to work just a bit more than their peers. So why does President McDavis insist upon removing such an incentive for the faculty of Ohio University by proposing a 2 percent raise across the board?
Krendl bolsters university's reputation
May 11, 2005I want to give kudos to President McDavis for choosing Kathy Krendl as the new provost, despite the carpings of a very small but vocal group of students and faculty. As a '72 J-school graduate who has been involved with Ohio University since graduation via mentoring programs, development giving, alumni functions, Communications Week and many other related opportunities on campus, I am pleased to say publicly that Krendl is one of the smartest, most forward-thinking administrators I have met in all my dealings with the university.
Acoustic trio mixes mellow melodies with lullaby lyrics to create unique sound
May 11, 2005Adam Torres' poetic lyrics and lullaby guitar melodies radiate from Athens coffee houses almost every weekend, making a perfect accompaniment for couples in a blissful trance with each another or for friends sipping lattés and reminiscing about the good old days.
Drop in the bucket
May 11, 2005The Bush Administration pledged $1 billion on Monday to help hospitals and doctors provide emergency care for illegal immigrants. Members of Congress, especially those from border states, have complained in the past that the treatment of illegal immigrants places a massive financial burden on many hospitals. Hospitals are obligated to provide emergency treatment to patients in need, regardless of their immigration status or ability to pay. For these reasons, the move is a beneficial one. However, it only masks the United States' larger problem of unchecked immigration.
Playoffs heat up in quest for NBA crown
May 11, 2005The Pistons better not be getting their hopes up for back-to-back championships because the San Antonio Spurs will be reclaiming the throne as NBA champions this season.
Challenge of Athens politics a boon
May 11, 2005Last weekend, my sister, Emily, graduated from Ohio University's greatest rival: Miami University. For three days, I put away my Muck Fiami T-shirts and enjoyed the change of scenery. Then, as I watched the graduation ceremony, I thought of where I was last spring.
Trimble school district considers levy options to support music, art
May 11, 2005Trimble Local School District might have to ask tax payers to pass a $5 million-improvement levy for the school district on the November ballot. Until then several of the district's supplemental positions, including an elementary music teacher, remain on hold, district Superintendent Jack Loudin said at last night's school board meeting.
