Olympians excitedly share Winter Olympics gear on social media
By Leanne Abel | Feb. 10Trends of Olympians this winter as famous athletes share what they are bringing to the Winter Olympics.
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Entertainment Look-A-Head: ‘Wuthering Heights,’ jazz, Winter Dance Concert
By Caitlyn Vance | Feb. 10From February 10-15, there are various book, movie and music releases. Locally, there are events to keep all students and visitors entertained.
Students feel dorm classification are too small, space crunch
By Drew Hoffmaster | Feb. 10Ohio University’s growing enrollment has led to crowded dorm conditions with some doubles converted into triples. Students say limited space affects daily living, while housing officials cite planning efforts to meet demand.
Pledge of Allegiance conversation hits City Council, Athens citizens
By Kaitlin Hogg | Feb. 10Athens City Council members and residents discussed whether the Pledge of Allegiance should be recited before meetings during a Jan. 20 council session. The conversation drew public attention and highlighted divisions among councilmembers.
Police Blotter: Protection order violations, butt dial, warrants of the week
By Kaitlin Hogg | Feb. 10Police Blotter: Also, fixing the car and calling the cops.
US Headlines: ICE in Minnesota, backlash over Trump’s racist post
By Finn Smith | Feb. 10US Headlines: Tensions continue in Minnesota as ICE officials detain activists, TrumpRx website launches to tackle affordability and Trump receives GOP backlash for racist post.
Tensions surrounding Nelsonville city councils continue
By Finn Smith | Feb. 10Nelsonville’s government remains in limbo as the voter-approved decision to abolish the city charter and move to statutory government was repealed in the Fourth District Court.
Bridgerton season four introduces reality to fairytale
By Nyla Gilbert | Feb. 9Bridgerton released part one of its fourth season Jan. 29. The season focuses on the second Bridgerton brother, Benedict Bridgerton, and the unlikely love interest of Sophie Baek. Though the take on a spicy Cinderella fairy tale is leaving some less than satisfied.
Bald eagle comeback results in four nests in Athens
By Fiona Petticrew | Feb. 9The American bald eagle population is thriving in Ohio, with around 964 confirmed nests. Wildlife professionals discuss their comeback and explain how they are being protected in Ohio.
Invincible season four trailer creates excitement for fans
By Emily Frank | Feb. 6As Invincible gets ready to release its fourth season, fans are excited, breaking down its trailer to analyze all possible Easter eggs.
TikTok’s new U.S. ownership causes controversy
By Luke Ream | Feb. 6TikTok’s new U.S. owners, Oracle, have already found themselves in hot water with accusations of censorship and changing the algorithm. The new owners took over following years of fighting over the public safety of Americans with the Chinese-owned app.
‘The Mortuary Assistant’ gets live-action adaptation
By Kendall Davis | Feb. 6On Jan. 16, the trailer for an adaptation of the hit indie horror video game “The Mortuary Assistant” was released. Dropping Feb. 13, it could bring an interesting spin to the possession horror genre.
Ohio Equal Rights campaigns two amendments for November ballot
By Finn Smith | Feb. 6Grassroots organization, Ohio Equal Rights, is collecting signatures for two proposed amendments to appear on the state ballot in November. The amendments would enshrine equal rights and same sex marriage in the Ohio constitution.
Hypixel Studios releases 'Hytale,' fans compare to 'Minecraft'
By Leanne Abel | Feb. 5“Hytale” was released in January, and everyone is eager to play it after the delays and struggles it went through for eleven years.
A$AP Rocky addresses Drake, shooting case on ‘Don’t be Dumb’
By Dawnelle Blake | Feb. 5Rapper A$AP Rocky returns after an eight-year album hiatus with ‘Don’t Be Dumb,’ which addresses his beef with Drake, fatherhood, his not-guilty verdict in his 2021 shooting case and what he’s learned along the way.
DeWine awards $10 million school bus safety grant across 371 districts
By Fiona Petticrew | Feb. 4Gov. Mike DeWine, along with his Ohio School Bus Safety Working Group, created a list of safety recommendations and features for districts to purchase and equip with their awarded funds.
‘Life Is Strange’ choices become arbitrary with new game announcement
By Ruby Johnson | Feb. 4With the continuation of Square Enix’s franchise, Life Is Strange, the choices players made in the first game seem to matter less and less.
68th Grammy Awards celebrates successful year in music
By Austin Yau | Feb. 4The 68th Grammy Awards, broadcast on CBS, recognized some of the best in music with a full night of performances, as the award show said goodbye to host Trevor Noah.
Athens City Council discusses tax utility increase, snow concerns
By Mary Kate McNamee | Feb. 3Athens City Council gathered Monday evening to discuss committee issues, debate legislation and address concerns about forecasted snow.
Roblox vs. Schlep: Exposing child predators is vigilantism
By Nyla Gilbert | Feb. 3Roblox faces lawsuits and backlash after banning predator-hunting YouTuber Schlep, igniting debate over child safety, censorship and accountability.
