Coronavirus: 2 new COVID-19 related deaths reported in Athens County
By Ian McKenzie | Nov. 6, 2020These are the first deaths reported in the county since August.
NEWS BLOGS
TV Review: Clare Crawley blows up 'The Bachelorette,' Tayshia Adams to fill the role
By Madyson Lewellyn | Nov. 6, 2020Out with the old and in with the new.
U.S. breaks record for new COVID-19 cases in a day; here’s how students feel about OU’s Spring Semester plans
By Abby Miller | Nov. 6, 2020Your daily Athens newsletter.
Students react to OU announcing residential students can return in spring
By Sophia Young | Nov. 5, 2020Ohio University’s announcement that it will allow residential students to return next semester was met with mixed reactions from OU students.
Fall Album Review: Bon Iver's 'For Emma, Forever Ago' tells a story of painful, lost love
By Alec Charron | Nov. 5, 2020Bon Iver’s signature 2007 album is a traditional fall staple for everyone to enjoy.
Athens County Sheriff’s Office makes arrest for stolen gun at traffic stop
By Grant Ritchey | Nov. 5, 2020Additional charges for aggravated possession of drugs are expected pending lab results.
Trump will sue to stop votes being counted in multiple states; Ohio football lost 30-27 in 2020 season opener
By Melody Feazell | Nov. 5, 2020Your daily Athens newsletter.
Student Senate: President Nellis says university is uncertain how to operate during possible Spring COVID-19 spike
By Ryan Maxin | Nov. 4, 2020Several resolutions to appoint new members were also passed.
How the national conversation around birth control affects OU students
By Emma Skidmore | Nov. 4, 2020Students should check if their insurance currently covers contraception and will continue to cover it.
Police Blotter: “Creepy Joe” sign gets stolen; poaching season begins
By Grant Ritchey | Nov. 4, 2020A political sign that read “Say no to creepy Joe” was stolen from a residence’s property.
Twitter Reactions: 2020 presidential election results
By Colleen McLafferty | Nov. 4, 2020The pandemic brought twists to yet another event in 2020.
Trump wins Ohio General Election
By Grant Ritchey | Nov. 4, 2020Sitting President Donald Trump will receive 18 electoral votes.
5 ways to host the perfect festive, spirited Friendsgiving
By Emma Dollenmayer | Nov. 4, 2020Time for good eating, good company and giving gratitude for all there is to be grateful for.
Album Review: Trippie Redd shows growth in third album 'Pegasus'
By Tee Willis | Nov. 4, 2020Pegasus is by no means a bad album, but it’s incredibly surprising that it took Trippie two years to put it all together.
Graduate Student Senate: New health care insurance plan wouldn’t increase cost
By Bekah Bostick | Nov. 4, 2020New insurance plan will be debated more to get a final plan
Steve Stivers will be the U.S. Congressional Representative for Ohio’s 15th district
By Jillian Craig | Nov. 4, 2020Steve Stivers will remain in his position as the U.S. representative for Ohio’s 15th district after defeating Democratic opponent Joel Newby.
Charlie Adkins elected for a third term as an Athens County Commissioner
By Claire Schiopota | Nov. 4, 2020After serving for eight years, Adkins will continue his role as an Athens County Commissioner, having beat out Independent candidate, Bill Hayes.
Jay Edwards will continue to be the state representative for Ohio’s 94th District
By Lydia Colvin | Nov. 4, 2020Republican Jay Edwards defeated challenger Katie O’Neill and will continue to serve as the state representative for Ohio’s 94th District.
Republican Ohio state Senator Frank Hoagland reelected
By Sophia Young | Nov. 4, 2020Hoagland will serve second term in Ohio Senate for District 30.
How the election looks different because of COVID-19
By Lydia Colvin | Nov. 4, 2020This election has been changed in many different ways by COVID-19, both throughout the country and in Athens County.
