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400-pound black bear reported by hunters, bear presence increasing

There was an increase in black bear sightings in recent years, due in part to the fact hunting black bears is illegal in the state of Ohio, paired with the growing public interest in protecting the animals. 

Giving Tuesday supports students, environment

On Giving Tuesday, Ohio University Bobcats and Athens locals can support different organizations.  

Football Column: MAC tiebreakers need reworking, but Ohio is to blame for missing Detroit

The MAC needs to fix its flawed tiebreakers, but Ohio is still to blame for missing Detroit.

Week 14 college football Student Media Poll picks

Week 14 Student Media Poll top 25.

Pennywise finally arrived in ‘IT: Welcome to Derry’ episode five

Bill Skarsgård and all of his dancing clown glory has been revealed in the latest episode of “IT: Welcome to Derry” (2025). 

Steam Hardware might rewire gaming industry

Steam announced its newest 2026 endeavor, “Steam Hardware,” showcasing its PC-Console hybrids that are already shaking up the gaming industry. 

‘Stranger Things’ Season 5 Vol. 1 hits ground running

The first four episodes of “Stranger Things 5” drop viewers into a transformed, militarized Hawkins, filled with new monsters, vanished kids and a scientist with unsettling Brenner vibes, setting the stage for a finale that promises the series’ biggest storm yet.

‘DWTS’ crowns season 34 champion

Season 34 has been the biggest in show history in terms of fan votes and viewership. After a tight competition, America finally has its new Len Goodman mirrorball champion. 

Sassy Cassie: College football schedule needs to change

With the departure of Lane Kiffin for Louisiana State University, the conversation about how unfair the college football schedule is to student-athletes and coaches has resurfaced. 

Union negotiations continue without agreements, academic freedom discussed

United Academics of Ohio University met with the OU administration to continue negotiations. In their most recent meeting, they failed to reach an agreement on academic freedom.

Police blotter: Threatening call, missing child report, muzzleloader noise

Police blotter: Threatening call, missing child report and muzzleloader noise from Nov. 21 to Nov. 27.

US Weekly Headlines: Obamacare, National Guard members shot

U.S. Weekly Headlines: The Trump administration plans to pause immigration from poor countries, Russia-Ukraine peace deal talks continue and the Trump administration classifies Cartel de los Soles as a terror organization.

Chase on the Case: Political activism isn't online; it's in actions

In the age of social media, it can be easy to become an online political warrior, but it raises the question of the point of online activism without the actual activism.

Editorial: Department of Education failed students looking for professional degrees

Professional degrees, including nursing, education, social work and physician assistants, have been excluded from the Department of Education’s list of professional degrees. These changes have already sparked outrage amongst many and continue to cause tension.  

The Burrito Buggy serves up Athens tradition

The Burrito Buggy is continuing to provide the Athens community with Mexican cuisine local residents have been loving since 1984. This famous food truck gains the attention from several loyal fans and businesses, offering its catering services to those anywhere in the state of Ohio, and continuing to fill hungry bellies with both of its food trucks. 

Emily's Evidence: Sonder, an olive branch to polarization

Sonder is an olive branch that can enhance daily life, helping to solve profit-driven polarization in America and improve your daily life.  

ODNR sued over approval of two injection wells

Two injection wells approved in Washington County have caused concern among local Marietta officials, residents and environmental groups for potential danger to nearby drinking water sources. ODNR approved the wells with outdated regulations, prompting a lawsuit by Buckeye Environmental Network.

Weekender Briefs: Finals preparations, holiday spirit, musical performances

As finals approach, residents and students have plenty of relaxing events to attend before the semester ends and the holidays arrive. 

Strong Towns Athens strengthens, enlivens neighborhoods

Neighborhood and student leaders started a chapter of Strong Towns in Athens. The non-profit organization strives to revamp towns and encourage public service.