Overflowing trash raises concerns about campus waste management
By Kaitlin Hogg | Nov. 3Ohio University campus trash proves to be an issue, even with composting and recycling initiatives.
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Glāzed Bakery whips up homemade cookies
By Jen Fosnaught | Nov. 3A local bakery attracts Athens customers, bringing freshly made cookies to Court Street every Wednesday morning, weather permitting.
Football: What we learned from Brian Smith’s week nine press conference
By Owen Lipstreu and Charlie Fadel | Oct. 31Everything we learned from Brian Smith’s weekly press conference.
Netflix’s ‘Monster’ anthology series is a major misstep for true crime
By Jude Hannahs | Oct. 31The “Monster” anthology series on Netflix does all the wrong things when portraying criminals and telling true crime stories.
Athens' chicken spots grow, students share favorites
By Ella Moler | Oct. 31Since Raising Cane's opened Oct. 7, students and residents have been reevaluating their favorite chicken spots in Athens.
Tom Hayes, Jim Koenigsaecker premiere film ‘Voyage of the Handala’
By Fiona Petticrew | Oct. 31Tom Hayes and Jim Koenigsaecker premiered their film “Voyage of the Handala” Oct. 27 at Evolution Mallorca International Film Festival in Spain, bringing awareness to the conflict occurring in Gaza.
Ohio Attorney General supports nitrogen hypoxia for death penalty
By Bridget Thomas | Oct. 31Ohio House Bill 36 would allow nitrogen hypoxia as a form of execution for prisoners awaiting capital punishment. Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost spoke out in support of the bill in front of the House Judiciary Committee earlier this month.
Local arcade owner fulfills six-year dream
By Austin Yau | Oct. 31When Athens local Nick Muntean sold two healthcare businesses in 2019, he found himself looking for a new venture. He tried to pursue opening a “barcade,” but nothing worked out. In 2025, all the pieces came together to get the machines and open Oct. 2, presenting Athens' first “barcade,” conveniently located on Court Street.
Halloween weekend arrests continue to decline in Athens
By Ben Schneider | Oct. 31Once again, thousands of students took to Court Street Saturday to celebrate Athens’ Halloween weekend. It is an annual tradition synonymous with Athens, yet in recent years the event has seemingly lost some fervor.
We Should Be Studying: The Only Thing Due Was Rent
By Eli Maistros , Grace Schmidt and Joshua Jacob | Oct. 31In this episode, the three discuss a new TikTok scandal that has the whole internet in shock over how far this girl went to fake her pregnancy.
Abby’s Angle: Myles Garrett doesn’t deserve sympathy
By Abby Shriver | Oct. 31Myles Garrett’s disappointment with the Cleveland Browns’ losing season feels unfair because he wasted a chance at a championship in favor of a massive contract after re-signing with the Browns in March. Fans shouldn’t sympathize with him after he chose money over winning.
Natalie’s Notes: Dad’s weekend needs events for grieving students
By Natalie Saddler | Oct. 31Ohio University has filled Dad’s Weekend with many events for students and families to enjoy; however, there are no events that include students with deceased loved ones sponsored by OU.
Schmidt Happens: Social media is normalizing fast fashion
By Grace Schmidt | Oct. 31Social media has become a large promoter for the fast-fashion industry, and it's time to switch the narrative.
“Frankenstein” strays from source material
By Logan Bauer | Oct. 30The long-awaited rendition of “Frankenstein” funded by Netflix leaves much to be desired for fans of Mary Shelley’s beloved original.
‘It: Welcome to Derry’ greets its viewers with utter horror
By Jude Hannahs | Oct. 30The pilot episode of HBO Max’s new show “It: Welcome to Derry” (2025) does not hold back on the terror and especially the violence.
Izzie's Scope of Hope: Halloween rooted in religious traditions, histories
By Izzie Jones | Oct. 30Halloween isn’t a day for Christians to hide away, but an opportunity to be a light.
Jack of All Takes: NBA on NBC lineup disrespects journalism
By Jack Muldowney | Oct. 30NBC has made history this fall, partnering with Peacock to regain its NBA broadcast rights after 23 years away. The NBA on NBC is great, but its lineup of analysts and studio personalities being heavily filled with former NBA players is a knock on journalists who have spent years praying for opportunities like this one.
Kickin’ with Kyra: Romance is on the decline
By Kyra Dapore | Oct. 30With new technology and casual mindsets, romance is faltering, and it takes more effort to create a true connection.
