Weekender Briefs: Take a walking tour of the Athens Asylum, virtually view student theater productions
By Isabel Nissley | Apr. 7, 2021Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
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OU hosts letter-writing campaign in support of Collin’s Law
By Maya Morita and Molly Wilson | Apr. 7, 2021A letter-writing campaign is being held at Baker University Center for students in favor of Collin’s Law to send letters to legislators.
OU Chinese Learners Association raises awareness, fights against AAPI hate crimes
By Riley Runnells | Apr. 7, 2021The organization sponsored the Stop AAPI Hate Rally at the Athens County Courthouse.
Chesterhill Produce Auction hosts its Spring Consignment Auction
By Kayla Bennett | Apr. 7, 2021Chesterhill Produce Auction’s Spring Consignment auction brings together people in a safe manner to auction off all types of goods.
Monarch Park honors memory, encourages nature, social justice appreciation
By Lily Roby | Apr. 7, 2021The butterfly way-station is expected to open in June and will host social justice workshops, short term rentals, hiking trails and camping spaces.
‘Godzilla vs. Kong’ is a spectacle to reinvigorate movie theaters
By Jordan Ellis | Apr. 7, 2021Titans clash in this eye-catching film.
The ultimate Athens summer bucket list
By Juliana Colant | Apr. 7, 2021It’s time for hiking in Hocking Hills and hammocking on South Green.
Between the Lines: Being an Asian adoptee amidst anti-Asian violence
By Baylee DeMuth | Apr. 7, 2021As an Asian adoptee, my story matters, too.
Soccer: Ohio looks to end the season on a high note with a pair of home matches
By Will Cunningham | Apr. 7, 2021The Bobcats will close out the season against Kent State on Thursday and Buffalo on Sunday.
Police Blotter: Individuals argue in parking lots; man suspects friend stole money
By Anna Millar | Apr. 7, 2021Two individuals got into an argument over an incident in a parking lot and continued to escalate until deputies arrived.
From the Editor’s Desk: Looking back on my favorite Athens memories
By Molly Schramm | Apr. 7, 2021A lot can happen in four years.
Where to watch all the Oscars Best Picture nominees
By Molly Schramm | Apr. 7, 2021The Academy Awards will take place April 25.
Student Senate announces 2021 election results
By Claire Schiopota | Apr. 7, 2021Two candidates from the Athens Advocacy ticket and one candidate from the Build Together ticket will take executive positions.
TV Review: ‘This Is Us’ gives us its most progressive, representative episode yet
By Riley Runnells | Apr. 7, 2021Tess brings her new significant other over to meet Beth.
Meghan Markle, Prince Harry’s production company announces first Netflix series; learn how students are accessing vaccines
By Juliana Colant | Apr. 7, 2021Your daily Athens newsletter.
OU non-renewed faculty grapple with simultaneous job search, professorial duties
By Ryan Maxin | Apr. 7, 2021Professors also criticized the university-sponsored support of non-renewed faculty.
Underage drinking charges down in Athens, enforcement efforts stay consistent
By Ryan Maxin | Apr. 6, 2021The Athens Police Department and Ohio Investigative Unit are staying vigilant during COVID-19 to catch underage drinkers.
Q&A: ROTC students train, serve while gaining valuable life experiences
By Riley Runnells | Apr. 6, 2021The Post sat down with Lanae Lang, a junior studying communication studies and a ROTC cadet on scholarship to serve in the Air Force after college, to talk about OU’s ROTC program, the different types of people in ROTC and common misconceptions about ROTC.
Decline in COVID-19 cases to allow for statewide reduction of restrictions
By Maya Morita | Apr. 6, 2021Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced restrictions will be fully lifted once there are 50 cases per 100,000 people.
How Collin’s Law would increase hazing penalties across the state of Ohio
By Maya Morita | Apr. 6, 2021Collin’s Law, an anti-hazing law, has re-entered the Ohio Legislature and will increase hazing penalties from a fourth-degree misdemeanor to a felony.
