2016 voter precinct data to be strong indicator of Athens’ 2020 voting patterns
By Anna Millar | Nov. 1, 2020Voting precincts determine both where your polling place is and how the city swings.
NEWS BLOGS
Halloween celebrated in much smaller crowds
By Jillian Craig | Nov. 1, 2020Both Court Street and Mill Street had far fewer people occupying them compared to previous years.
Construction on the Richland Avenue bridge is finished after several pandemic delays
By Bekah Bostick | Oct. 30, 2020After five years, construction on Richland Avenue was finished in October.
“Come to Your Census” promotion shows increase in census participation in some tracts
By Anna Millar | Oct. 30, 2020The “Athens Come to Your Census” promotion has shown some improvements in responses, but not enough.
Underclassmen to receive housing credit despite living off campus
By Claire Schiopota | Oct. 29, 2020Students share their opinion on Ohio University's housing requirements as many students spend their first semester off-campus.
Blast from the Past Album Review: Big K.R.I.T. imprints himself in Southern hip hop glory on 'Return of 4Eva'
By Camden Gilreath | Oct. 29, 2020Mississippi quadruple threat Big K.R.I.T. builds off the strengths of his breakout tape to breathe new life into southern hip hop
Film Review: ‘Clouds’ tells the inspiring story of Zach Sobiech
By Juliana Colant | Oct. 29, 2020“You do not have to find out you’re dying to start living.”
Board of Trustees: All first and second year students will have the option to return to campus Spring Semester
By Grant Ritchey and Sophia Young | Oct. 29, 2020Fourteen sports will be running through the Spring Semester as well.
Candidates for the Ohio 15th Congressional District face off in virtual debate
By Lydia Colvin | Oct. 29, 2020Rep. Steve Stivers touted his record in Congress while Joel Newby continually said Stivers did not work for his constituents.
Community forum hosts candidates for open Athens County Commissioner position
By Ryan Maxin | Oct. 29, 2020Democratic incumbent Charlie Adkins and his independent opponent Bill Hayes.
NXIVM sex cult leader sentenced to 120 years in prison; here’s why OU students in quarantine dorms are frustrated
By Noah Wright | Oct. 29, 2020Your daily Athens newsletter.
Student Senate: Special assistant to the president for public health operations faces questions about next Spring Semester
By Grant Ritchey | Oct. 28, 2020A plan for Spring Semester will be announced soon.
Film Review: ‘Borat Subsequent Moviefilm’ is all gas, no breaks
By Shelby Campbell | Oct. 28, 2020Kazakhstan’s now-fourth best journalist has returned with a vengeance for Trump’s republicans.
Gyms adapt, experience losses during COVID-19
By Bekah Bostick | Oct. 28, 2020Some students who are back on campus prefer to work out at Ping during the pandemic.
Fall Album Review: Lana Del Rey’s critically acclaimed ‘Norman F------ Rockwell’ is a surprising fall listen
By Alec Charron | Oct. 28, 2020Del Rey’s stylistic shift from alternative pop to an acoustic tone makes Norman F------ Rockwell a great fall album.
Barbie vlogs address extensive, valuable topics for young viewers
By Juliana Colant | Oct. 28, 2020Barbie is providing an environment for kids to learn about topics like racism and mental health.
Boyd Hall residents faced confusion, frustration while in quarantine dorms
By Abby Miller | Oct. 28, 2020Students expressed their frustrations over meals, communication and the university’s lack of planning.
Police Blotter: Man is threatened on Facebook; juveniles yell profanities at 911 dispatcher
By Grant Ritchey | Oct. 28, 2020From a man was being threatened on Facebook for allegedly sleeping with another man’s wife to a woman walking barefoot along State Route 13, read the latest blotter for all the latest activity happening in the Athens County area.
TV Review: Here’s how Clare Crawley is ruining ‘The Bachelorette’
By Madyson Lewellyn | Oct. 28, 2020It’s Dale’s world and we’re just living in it.
TV Review: Randall’s birth mother might still be alive on ‘This Is Us’
By Riley Runnells | Oct. 28, 2020Randall and Kevin haven’t yet resolved their issues.
