‘American Idol’ contestant faints on stage; here’s how Athens is locally celebrating Disability Awareness Month
By Juliana Colant | Mar. 24, 2021Your daily Athens newsletter.
NEWS BLOGS
OU rolls out vaccination registry in anticipation for Summer, Fall Semesters
By Jack Knudson | Mar. 24, 2021The university is collecting data from fully vaccinated community members using the OHIO Voluntary Vaccine Registry survey.
League of Women Voters of Athens County holds forum between 4th Ward City Council candidates
By Anna Millar | Mar. 24, 2021City Council candidates Alan Swank and Chris Fahl answered community questions about the environment, diversity and more Tuesday.
OU receives Voter Friendly Campus distinction for 2021, 2022
By Ryan Maxin | Mar. 23, 2021Ohio University's Center for Campus and Community Engagement played a large role in securing the distinction.
TV Review: ‘The Falcon and The Winter Soldier’ premieres with a strong foundation for future episodes
By Zach James | Mar. 23, 2021Marvel Studio’s Wandavision follow-up builds up Captain America’s supporting cast.
Krispy Kreme will give you a free doughnut with proof of vaccination; OU resumes campus tours with COVID-19 guidelines
By Juliana Colant | Mar. 23, 2021Your daily Athens newsletter.
City Council: 72 hour parking passes discussed; Union Street Downtown Redevelopment District created
By Kyra Leckrone | Mar. 22, 2021The current pilot program for 72 hour parking serves eight citizens.
Coronavirus: More groups eligible for vaccination, less than 1% seven-day positivity rate for on-campus students
By Sophia Young | Mar. 22, 2021Athens remains in the red zone despite a growing number of vaccinations.
On-campus tours adapt to changing COVID-19 guidelines
By Molly Wilson | Mar. 22, 2021In-person tours are limited to 10 people.
Local, university leaders advise against mass gatherings after OU’s NCAA win celebration
By Maya Morita and Ryan Maxin | Mar. 22, 2021OU students gathered on Court Street after the OU men’s basketball team won its first round game in March Madness.
OU students took to Court Street to celebrate the Bobcats’ win; 7 things to read this spring
By Emma Dollenmayer | Mar. 22, 2021Your daily Athens newsletter.
Late night eateries in Athens begin returning to normalcy
By Claire Schiopota | Mar. 21, 2021An increase of students on campus and the removal of curfews has increased business for local restaurants.
Album Review: Benny The Butcher keeps his winning streak alive on ‘The Plugs I Met 2’
By Joey Perkins | Mar. 21, 2021His consistency is proven yet again on this project.
TV Review: ‘Waffles + Mochi’ is Netflix's treat to cooking-show fans
By Juliana Colant | Mar. 21, 2021Educational cooking brought to you by puppets and Michelle Obama.
Student opinions split over effectiveness of OU’s COVID Campus Liaisons
By Ryan Maxin | Mar. 21, 2021While some students feel they were taken care of, others feel left in the dark.
The J Bar receives disorderly conduct citation after OU's NCAA win
By Anna Millar | Mar. 21, 2021The bar had little social distancing and mask wearing as patrons celebrated the win.
Amazon’s Fire TV is giving you more local news; Scripps students to appear on new podcast
By Jack Hiltner | Mar. 20, 2021Your daily Athens newsletter.
Stimson Avenue begins construction to accommodate disabled people, redevelop businesses
By Claire Schiopota | Mar. 18, 2021Stimson Avenue’s qualification as an opportunity zone makes the reconstruction of the road more important for Athens businesses.
OU's only campus market accepting SNAP food benefits closed for semester
By Mary Jane Sanese | Mar. 18, 2021Jefferson Marketplace being closed for the Spring Semester can bring challenges to students struggling with food accessibility.
Which Bubbles bubble tea you are based on your zodiac sign
By Abby Miller | Mar. 18, 2021Your new go-to drink just might be written in the stars.
