OU adopts law, concealed guns not allowed on site
Apr. 7, 2004Concealed handguns are not allowed on Ohio University property or property leased to the university, according to the new concealed-carry law that goes into affect today.
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Aftermath of mudslide still affecting property; owners remain uncooperative
Apr. 7, 2004Ohio University employee Dominick Brook, who lives at 9 1/2 S. High St., said the aftermath of a mudslide behind 7 S. High St. on Jan. 5 is still affecting his property.
Hip-hop assembly welcome at 'Bench'
Apr. 7, 2004The Athens hip-hop scene has a new outlet for performance and community interaction with the Writer's Bench, a hip-hop showcase running the second and fourth Thursday of each month at Casa Nueva, 4 W. State St.
Rwandan natives speak
Apr. 7, 2004Joseph Mugenga knows first-hand the traumatic reality that comes with genocide after losing most of his family in the Rwanda Massacre in 1994.
OU promotes end to strife in Indonesia
Apr. 7, 2004As social tension and religious extremism continue in the Indonesian islands, Ohio University has made an effort with the University of Indonesia to bring an end to the violence that has been shaking the country.
Why bother with five days of school?
Apr. 7, 2004The traditional five-day school week could become a thing of the past for some school districts in Ohio. The Ohio state legislature is considering legislation that would eliminate the requirement that Ohio's public and charter schools meet for a total of 182 days during the school year. By removing the school-day requirement, districts would be given more flexibility, allowing them to better handle unforeseen problems such as snow days. While the bill would remove the school-day requirement, schools would still have to meet the state's academic hour requirement. The benefits and drawbacks to this proposal will inevitably vary from district to district. Therefore it makes perfect sense to give each district the ability to set a schedule that best fits those in its system.
Despite exceptions, seat belts still provide safety in car accidents
Apr. 7, 2004Several traffic accidents on Ohio roads have resulted in fatalities in recent months, some of which could have been prevented if seat belts had been in use.
Award could generate national attention
Apr. 7, 2004A New Jersey newspaper will receive the first $25,000 Ursula and Gilbert Farfel Prize for Excellence in Investigative Reporting, awarded by Ohio University's College of Communication, the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism and the Scripps Howard Foundation.
Larger facility aids members
Apr. 7, 2004The Ohio University Credit Union's new facility on East State Street opened yesterday after nearly four years of planning and construction.
After 30 years, clerk of courts employee retires
Apr. 7, 2004After working in the clerk of courts office for more than 30 years, Christie Mitchell decided to move on from the clerk of courts position and focus on new things.
Hip-hop acts to hit Athens
Apr. 7, 2004Despite co-sponsors withdrawing, the Black Student Cultural Programming Board scheduled two hip-hop acts to perform in Athens on May 22.
Swinging for consistency
Apr. 7, 2004Golfer Sara Ann Palmer is a staple in the Ohio women's golf team lineup with a 79.86 spring scoring average despite undergoing a swing overhaul. The Post's Laurie Duffy sat down with Palmer to discuss the changes in her swing and their benefits.
Concealed-carry takes effect
Apr. 7, 2004Sheriff's offices throughout Ohio will begin accepting applications today from Ohioans wishing to carry a concealed weapon.
New soccer star must fill big cleats
Apr. 7, 2004Freddy Adu is not just any 14-year-old. Last Saturday, when most teenagers spent their weekends going to the movies and hanging around the house, this 14-year-old played his first Major League Soccer game. Adu became the youngest athlete in a major American sports league in more than 100 years, entering in the 61st minute of the D.C. United's 2-1 win against the defending champion San Jose Earthquakes in the MLS season-opener. The much-hyped Adu didn't even score in the game - or take a shot -but his being out there is just unreal.
Economics models aren't one-size-fits-all
Apr. 7, 2004This month, progress triumphed - if ever so briefly - over profits.
Bobcats win 2nd straight 7-1 game
Apr. 7, 2004The Ohio baseball team mirrored its effort against Xavier from two nights ago by defeating Wright State, 7-1, last night.
Gymnast qualifies for NCAA nationals
Apr. 7, 2004Central Michigan gymnast Sara Burtinsky qualified for national championships after a fourth-place finish at the Central Regional Championships on Friday.
Former OU student wins Pulitzer Prize
Apr. 7, 2004A former Ohio University student added a Pulitzer Prize to her list of accomplishments this week - capping off a month full of awards for her photography of conflicts throughout the world.
Blues-influenced band to perform
Apr. 7, 2004Athens-based Joe Brown's Wayward Sons is probably one of the only bands named after a friend from a freshman residence hall.
