Timothée Chalamet graces Athens for Fest Season
By Abby Jenkins | Apr. 1Actor and internet personality Timothée Chalamet visited Athens for Fest weekend.
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Softball: What to know for Kent State
By Brandon Gross | Apr. 1Everything you need to know before Ohio takes on MAC rival Kent State in a midweek series.
Federal hiring freeze affects student internships
By Zoe Weyand | Apr. 1Due to a 90-day hiring freeze enacted by President Trump, many OU students are scrambling to find an internship to replace their federal positions that have been revoked.
Athens got bubbly during spring race
By Mary Kate McNamee | Apr. 1Athens locals participated in the 2025 Bubble Bash 5K, coming together to enjoy a bubble-filled run and collect toiletries for charity.
3 British actors who should play James Bond
By Jude Hannahs | Apr. 1Amazon recently required the rights to James Bond in a deal, but who should play Amazon’s Bond?
College-based TV series fades as interest diminishes
By Leanne Abel | Apr. 1With the recent cancellations, there are much fewer collegiate television shows being aired and made, but there are still a few.
‘Death of a Unicorn’ puts cosmic twist on cliché plot
By Sophia Rooksberry | Apr. 1Alex Scharfman’s debut film proves any animal can be roadkill.
Fans wonder when next Disney Princess film will release
By Clara Leder | Apr. 1A closer look at the popularity and trends of Disney’s biggest franchise.
Football: Scott Isphording ready to lead veteran offense to success
By Robert Keegan III | Apr. 1Scott Isphording is thrilled to get to work with Brian Smith in crafting what could be a historic offensive season for Ohio.
Baseball: Abysmal pitching leads 4th straight series loss
By Owen Lipstreu | Apr. 1Ohio’s bullpen falters late in game one before Eastern Michigan's offensive onslaught in game two, as Ohio drops both games in a Saturday afternoon doubleheader.
Behind the Lens: Social media helps, hurts outdoor recreation
By Ethan Herx | Apr. 1Many areas rely heavily on ecotourism, but there is a point where idealization of nature on social media comes with dire consequences.
Natalie's Reads: Trump defunds public libraries, removes educational source
By Natalie Saddler | Apr. 1President Trump signed an executive order on March 14 that eliminated funding for the Institution of Museum and Library Services. This directly damages public libraries and emphasizes the administration’s attack on education.
Serenity Roots promotes relaxation, tranquility
By Cami Seymore | Apr. 1Serenity Roots is a space for Athens residents to unwind, recharge and connect with their health.
Kendall Unfiltered: Elin Hilderbrand queen of beach reads
By Kendall Timms | Apr. 1Elin Hilderbrand is the perfect author for a romantic beach read with a touch of emotion and mystery. All of her novels, set on Nantucket Island, make for a charming, imaginative read, making you crave more after each page turn.
New candidates running for 3 open City Council seats
By Zoe Weyand | Apr. 1Along with City Council President Sam Crowl stepping down, three other city council members have decided not to run for reelection. Learn more about the candidates here.
Voters to decide on 0.3% income tax increase for city services
By Avery St. George | Apr. 1Athens residents will vote on a new tax reform, Issue 3. If passed, the levy would increase income taxes by 0.3% per year in the City of Athens.
Ohio Issue 2 supports local infrastructure
By Elizabeth Talaga | Apr. 1$2.5 million in general obligation bonds are on the ballot this May.
Police Blotter: Barking up the wrong road, milkshake meltdown
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 1Police Blotter: From March 21-27, Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to incidents with dogs, possible gunshots and a feud over milkshakes.
Sociological Action Network introduces online dialogue series
By Sophia Rooksberry | Apr. 1The club’s first meeting inaugurated a series of speakers and conversations to inspire student researchers and advocates.
McCarey runs ‘Hope is Here’ campaign for Council president
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 1Centering his campaign around Athens’ hope for the future, current At-Large Council Member Micah McCarey is running unopposed and hopes to increase communication as council president.
