Chamber of Commerce holds first state of Athens address
By Avery St. George | Feb. 25The Athens Area Chamber of Commerce organized a state of the Athens address to discuss the 2025 year in review from city and county departments.
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Amazon Prime released first trailers for 'Spider-Noir'
By Emily Frank | Feb. 25Amazon Prime releases two trailers for "Spider-Noir,“ an “Authentic Black & White” version and a “True-Hue” version.
‘The Moment’ Review: Is ‘Brat’ dead?
By Luke Ream | Feb. 25Charli XCX’s new film “The Moment” fails to find its footing and threatens to fall short of a profit for A24.
Baby Keem doubles down on ‘Ca$ino’
By Michael Dorwaldt | Feb. 24Baby Keem goes all in on his new studio album “Ca$ino,” rolling out a double down lineup.
Megan Moroney’s new album ‘Cloud 9’ ascends fans
By Maria Saunders | Feb. 24County singer Megan Moroney released her third studio album, “Cloud 9,” on which she sings about missing someone, moving on and valuing yourself.
Actor Eric Dane dead at 53 after difficult ALS battle
By Clara Leder | Feb. 24Eric Dane, best known for his roles on “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Euphoria,” died on Thursday, Feb. 19, after a hard-fought battle with ALS. Dane was 53 years old.
Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic figure skating recap
By Luke Ream | Feb. 24A recap of all the events in the Milano Cortina Olympic figure skating competition. The world competed in the team event, the ice dance, the men’s skate, the pairs skate and the women’s skate.
Entertainment Look-A-Head: Bruno Mars, ‘Rent,’ live music
By Austin Yau | Feb. 24From Feb. 24 to March 1, there will be lots of live music and theater in Athens. Plus, Bruno Mars returns to music with “The Romantic.”
OU embraces new one logo system
By Drew Hoffmaster | Feb. 24Ohio University is moving to a one logo system starting this summer, embracing the arched Ohio as both the academic and athletic mark. In addition, a new OU mark is being introduced later this spring.
Turning Point OU Chapter holds first meeting after social media threats
By Fiona Petticrew | Feb. 24The Ohio University Turning Point chapter held its first meeting Feb. 11, following several social media threats on the platform YikYak. The group discussed its mission, which is to promote conservative values, and debated several controversial questions.
US Headlines: Fatal avalanche, Civil Rights leader dead
By Finn Smith | Feb. 24U.S. Headlines: Civil Rights leader Jesse Jackson dead at 84, Governors gather in D.C. for annual meeting and FBI seizes voter data from Fulton County.
Police Blotter: Cat burglary, stolen bikes, money theft
By Kaitlin Hogg | Feb. 24Police Blotter: Also, altered mental states and trespassing.
Ax Ohio Tax pushes amendment to abolish property tax
By Finn Smith | Feb. 24The Committee to Abolish Property Taxes is currently gaining support from Ohioans to include a constitutional amendment on the 2026 ballot that removes the property tax.
J. Cole ends his career full of love on 'The Fall-Off'
By Austin Yau | Feb. 23The legendary rapper’s final album was a tribute to Fayetteville, rap, and his partner.
SNL announces UK cast, premieres March 21
By Cassidy McClurg | Feb. 20Saturday Night Live announces a United Kingdom cast full of stars for the upcoming U.K. series.
Mukbangs change food interaction
By Cassidy McClurg | Feb. 20Mukbangs have been a popular genre of food content online for years. Having content like this can be dangerous to those struggling with disordered eating, whether they are the viewer or creator.
FirstEnergy officials charged in Ohio bribery scandal
By Finn Smith | Feb. 20Former FirstEnergy officials are being charged with felony corruption charges due to their alleged involvement in the bribery scandal.
Jill Scott speaks life into listeners with 'To Whom This May Concern'
By Dawnelle Blake | Feb. 19Neosoul legend Jill Scott returns after a decade-long absence between solo albums with “To Whom This May Concern,” which speaks life into listeners and recounts wisdom.
City Council splits on police drone grant, advances budget cuts
By Mary Kate McNamee | Feb. 18Drones for first responder causes a stir among City Council members and Athens residents, additional debate over fiscal budgeting.
'Wuthering Heights' strays from source material, creates new story
By Ruby Johnson | Feb. 18On its own, Emerald Fennell’s new “Wuthering Heights” movie is enjoyable. However, when considered side by side with Emily Brontë’s famous novel, it can’t be considered a true adaptation.
