Coronavirus: Athens County approaching level 4 as cases rise
By Ian McKenzie | July 16, 2020There have been nearly 150 new cases in Athens County in the last two weeks.
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A nonprofit planted its 100 millionth tree; here’s what bars and restaurants have closed due to COVID-19
By Abby Miller | July 14, 2020Your daily Athens newsletter.
City Council: Mask order ordinance passed, effective immediately
By Nolan Simmons | July 13, 2020The mask order is applicable to everyone within Athens, and those found in violation of the order can be charged with a misdemeanor and fined up to $100.
Athens restaurants and bars close, require masks as COVID-19 cases rises
By Ian McKenzie | July 11, 2020Several restaurants, including Bagel Street Deli, have decided to temporarily close.
Council introduces ordinance for possible city-wide mask mandate
By Taylor Burnette | July 11, 2020Council agreed on the importance of an ordinance mandating face masks in Athens.
Film Review: Netflix’s ‘Desperados’ is the awful rom-com no one asked for
By Riley Runnells | July 9, 2020The film is a sad excuse for a romantic comedy.
6 tips to stay motivated for the rest of summer
By Riley Runnells | July 7, 2020From keeping lists to practicing self-care.
Faculty Senate: Resolution allowing professors to require masks in classrooms passes
By Jillian Craig | July 7, 2020Several plans on how to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 were discussed and passed.
Protests over policing collide across Court Street
By Abby Miller | July 5, 2020Some protesters acknowledged the other side while others exhibited frustration.
Student Senate executives denounce Judiciary Panel’s decision on presidential candidate
By Grant Ritchey and Taylor Burnette | July 2, 2020Carlo DeNiro is still eligible to run for Senate president amid sexual assault allegations.
Album Review: 6lack goes 6 for 6 on ‘6pc Hot EP’
By Joey Perkins | July 1, 20206pc Hot EP is yet another beyond impressive performance from 6lack.
TV Review: The Upper Division kicks off “The Duels” with guest star judge, Twitch
By Emma Dollenmayer | July 1, 2020The dancers got down and dirty by proving they were ready to fight.
Film Review: Netflix’s ‘Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga’ radiates happiness, charm
By Riley Runnells | July 1, 2020The audience sees Will Ferrell at his most authentic self.
Here’s how you will be spending the Fourth of July, based on your zodiac sign
By Madyson Lewellyn | June 27, 2020Libras, get ready to flex.
Album Review: G-Eazy switches up his style with latest indie-alternative project, ‘Everything's Strange Here’
By Hannah Burkhart | June 26, 2020The artist surprised listeners last month with some tracks exposing his singing voice and officially dropped an entire album, revealing the indie-alternative side to him.
Album Review: The 3 best tracks from Remo Drive’s repetitive ‘A Portrait of an Ugly Man’
By Bre Offenberger | June 26, 2020This is a step in the right direction from its sophomore LP, Natural, Everyday Degradation, but there still isn’t anything too exceptional here.
OU alumna initiates class action lawsuit over Spring Semester tuition, fees
By Abby Miller | June 24, 2020The suit asserts charging students for mandatory fees when services became unavailable is a breach of contract.
TV Review: First-ever “callbacks” on 'World of Dance' send 4 out of 10 acts to “The Duels”
By Emma Dollenmayer | June 24, 2020After seeing all of the acts that would be competing in season four of World of Dance, it seems they are not as competitive or advanced as the most infamous acts from seasons past.
OU eliminates additional 81 employee positions
By Abby Miller | June 23, 2020The positions are part of a string of cuts that began in May.
OU to lower student density in dorms, reduce housing and dining rates due to coronavirus
By Abby Miller | June 23, 2020Additional single rooms have been offered.
