News you need to know from the 2020-21 academic year
By Emma Skidmore | May 27, 2021Here are the biggest news stories from last year that you need to know.
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7 songs to comfort you this new school year
By Logan Humphrey | May 27, 2021These catchy tunes will keep you motivated.
A look at local OU apparel-based businesses
By Ashley Beach | May 27, 2021Several Athens businesses are preparing for in-person orientation with promotions.
6 things to know before starting college
By Hannah Campbell | May 27, 2021In between the stereotypical nights out in college, there will be exhausting cram sessions and sleepless nights, but it makes the moments of joy even better.
Four tips for in-person class
By Taylor Burnette | May 27, 2021After a year of online classes, we could all use a reminder.
Faculty advisors and their important role in the college experience
By Sophia Young | May 26, 2021Students and faculty members share advice on how to best develop a relationship with their advisor.
Album Review: Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘Sour’ is everything an aching heart needs
By Emma Dollenmayer | May 25, 2021An album that’s sour then sweet.
Athens City Council amends mask ordinance, no longer requires masks for vaccinated individuals
By Abby Neff | May 24, 2021City Council also discussed joining the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia.
Aizayah Hills’ upcoming single, 'Life,' speaks on pressures young creatives face
By Hannah Burkhart | May 24, 2021The Hawaiian artist speaks up on pressures young creatives face.
Walmart expands vaccination location in Athens to include younger population
By Ashley Beach | May 24, 2021On May 13, Walmart began offering the Pfizer vaccine to those 12 and older.
Album Review: The best 3 tracks from Twenty One Pilots’ ‘Scaled and Icy’
By Bre Offenberger | May 21, 2021This band has spanned the entire spectrum of emotion throughout its discography, and finally, it has reached the point of unadulterated joy.
Album Review: The best 5 tracks from Dayglow’s ‘Harmony House’
By Bre Offenberger | May 21, 2021It’s an immensely emotional and worthwhile journey.
Coronavirus: Athens County COVID-19 risk level lowered from orange to yellow
By Sophia Young | May 20, 2021The county is now at the lowest alert level for virus spread and exposure.
City Council proposes ban on source of income discrimination be added to city code
By Anna Millar | May 19, 2021Councilwoman Arian Smedley brought forward a proposed amendment to Athens City Code regarding source of income discrimination.
Here’s how to watch ‘Friends: The Reunion’ on May 27; Athens to give Johnson and Johnson, Pfizer vaccines at upcoming clinics
By Olivia Roman | May 19, 2021Your daily Athens newsletter.
Gov. Mike DeWine to lift most COVID-19 health orders June 2, citing lower infection rates, CDC recommendations
By Molly Wilson | May 18, 2021Most health orders will be lifted June 2, leaving time for those who are not yet vaccinated to do so.
Coronavirus: New Athens COVID-19 death reported in 80+ age range
By Sophia Young | May 18, 2021The new report brings the total death toll to 59 in the county.
Athens City-County Health Department to give Johnson and Johnson, Pfizer vaccines at upcoming clinics
By Emma Skidmore | May 18, 2021Individuals receiving their first shot will be able to choose which vaccine they want.
City Council: Body passes ordinance to transfer funds, discusses adding source of income discrimination to Athens City code
By Anna Millar | May 17, 2021Council also passed a resolution thanking former Councilwoman Beth Clodfelter for her service to the city.
Discrimination lawsuit dismissed by Yusuf Kalyango
By Emma Skidmore | May 17, 2021The lawsuit was officially dropped April 29.
