Star Wars' ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ keeps fans cautiously optimistic
By Griffin Shaivitz | Mar. 21, 2022The Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer has just been released, and it may be Star Wars’ magnum opus or its worst failure.
NEWS BLOGS
Athens businesses expect increase in tourism this summer
By Maya Morita | Mar. 21, 2022Athens’ businesses are expecting an influx in customers due to the reinstatement of traditional summer events, like Athens Brew Week and the Annual Paw Paw Festival.
Racist hate crime, misconduct sparks outrage at OU
By Ryan Maxin | Mar. 21, 2022OUPD and several university offices have or plan to open investigations.
OU faculty concerned with second voluntary separation or retirement program
By Paige Fisher | Mar. 20, 2022The program ran from January 14 to March 7.
Coronavirus: Death total climbs to 135
By Ryan Maxin | Mar. 20, 2022A little over 50% of the county is fully vaccinated.
TV Review: Don’t enter the ‘DMZ’
By Zach James | Mar. 20, 2022The four-episode mini-series revolving around a second American civil war somehow manages to remain disgustingly neutral.
Milliron Fest kicks off the first fest season since COVID-19
By Kendall Wright | Mar. 20, 2022Unfortunately, the first fest of the season was greeted with light rain and cooler weather, but that didn’t stop the hosts from continuing their parties.
TV Review: ‘Pam and Tommy’ misses its own point, takes Pam’s agency a second time
By Riley Runnells | Mar. 18, 2022Hulu’s Pam and Tommy, no matter how good the intentions, completely misses the mark.
Latitude 39 reopens after temporary closure
By Ella Jay | Mar. 18, 2022The restaurant reopened Tuesday.
Artist Spotlight: Bad Suns brings a newfound electricity to alternative music
By Grace Koennecke | Mar. 17, 2022The group of four is less worried about topping music charts and more focused on producing music they are proud of.
Fresh Finds Friday: Big Time Rush releases first single in nearly a decade; Kygo, DNCE sonically channel the 70's
By William Troyer | Mar. 17, 2022Here are the hottest new songs from the past week.
Student Senate: New treasurer elected
By Sophia Young | Mar. 17, 2022The body voted unanimously to elect Black Affairs Commissioner Trinity Robinson, who was sworn in Wednesday evening.
Album Review: 'Who Cares?' adds more diversity to Rex Orange County's already stellar discography
By Sean Eifert | Mar. 17, 2022Rex has completely shifted the sound his audience is used to on latest album.
Film Review: Pixar’s ‘Turning Red’ is turning boundaries
By Logan Humphrey | Mar. 17, 2022With its unique metaphorical concept, Pixar’s new animated film showcases important messages and topics relating to their pre-teen audiences.
Here’s 5 St. Patrick’s Day makeup looks you don’t want to miss
By Audrey McQuillan | Mar. 17, 2022Here are five ways to add green into your makeup routine this St. Patty’s day.
OU speech and debate team members shine in tournament, earn national title
By Alex Imwalle | Mar. 17, 2022OU placed third overall in the national tournament.
Police Blotter: Vehicle stolen and found abandoned; caller mistakes flashing light as Morse code signal
By Molly Wilson | Mar. 16, 2022According to the sheriff's office, the flashing was likely due to a faulty light.
TV Review: Kevin's life comes full-circle on 'This Is Us’
By Riley Runnells | Mar. 16, 2022This week, the audience gets a focus on Kevin in another classic episode with the trio of Kevin, Nicky and Cassidy, who are all meeting at the family cabin.
OU alumna Rachel Recchia will co-lead next season of 'The Bachelorette'
By Madyson Lewellyn | Mar. 16, 2022Bobcats can be Bachelorettes, too.
Local crime rates increase as weather gets warmer
By Kendall Wright | Mar. 15, 2022In Athens, the most active months for crime are March, April, September and October.
