'The Last of Us' Season 2, Episode 2 delivers emotional moments
By Jude Hannahs | Apr. 23There is no time to breathe for viewers in the second episode of “The Last of Us.”
NEWS BLOGS
Greek life sees surge in student involvement post-pandemic
By Mary Kate McNamee | Apr. 22Membership in Ohio University’s sororities and fraternities has nearly doubled since 2022, helping students build community.
Paparazzi work is challenging, controversial
By Ashley Pomplas | Apr. 22Explore what it is like to work for the paparazzi. Learn what challenges come with the job, what sort of laws they have to follow and if it is worth the stress.
'Sinners’ revitalizes Southern gothic horror genre
By Alexandra Hopkins | Apr. 22“Sinners” perfectly dives into the generational horrors within a fictional South.
Coachella sustainability falls flat without audience participation
By Alexandra Hopkins | Apr. 22Coachella’s sustainability efforts are making a difference, but require attendees to stay green.
Coachella takes stage as its popularity is questioned
By Catalina Litts | Apr. 22Ohio University students offer insight on the status of Coachella in recent years.
Commencement Preview: From books to 'Blizzards'
By Emily Stokes | Apr. 22Diplomas and DQ: Spring Commencement features OHIO Alum John P. Gainor, retired DQ CEO.
Man breaks into Keith Chapman Jeweler
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 22On April 1, at 5:37 a.m., the Athens Police Department responded to a break-in at Keith Chapman Jeweler, located at 8 S. Court St. Once officers arrived on the scene, they found 36-year-old Ben Blackburn, who was later found to be on methamphetamine, leaving the business.
Police Blotter: That’s not a toy, flock of robbers
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 22Police Blotter: From April 11-17, the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to well-being checks, an open line call, possible robbers and more.
Proposed Ohio law takes hit at legal marijuana
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 21The Marijuana Control Law, also known as the Ohio Senate Bill 56, is being considered by the Ohio House of Representatives. Currently, the bill has been referred to the Judicial Committee. If passed, the law would repeal the Cannabis Control Law, also known as Ohio Issue 2.
Bride’s choice not to wear makeup sparks social media backlash
By Leanne Abel | Apr. 21A bride’s comment section does not agree with her choice to go makeup-free for her wedding.
Board of Trustees hears audit, program updates
By Drew Hoffmaster , Jack Solon , Elizabeth Talaga and Zoe Weyand | Apr. 20The Board of Trustees met for its spring session, discussing construction, audits, and hearing from programs and students.
OUPD issues crime alert after reported sexual imposition at Memorial Auditorium
By Maggie Amacher | Apr. 18A woman working at Memorial Auditorium reported being inappropriately touched during an event Thursday evening, prompting a crime alert from the Ohio University Police Department.
‘Daredevil: Born Again’ season finale sticks its landing
By Jude Hannahs | Apr. 18Fans of the Daredevil will rejoice upon seeing the season finale in “Daredevil: Born Again” (2025).
Rising cost of entertainment goods affects OU
By Alexandra Hopkins | Apr. 18With the rising costs of entertainment goods, can college students truly have the best time of their lives?
Student Senate plans Finals Festival offering students chance to destress
By Drew Hoffmaster | Apr. 18Student Senate prepares to host its Final Festival from April 25-27 for the semester to give students a chance to destress during exam season through activities such as a sour candy tasting, a Lego building competition, pot painting and ziplining.
Student Senate reviews orientation updates, passes funding resolution
By Mary Kate McNamee | Apr. 17The Ohio University Student Senate met Wednesday evening to discuss upcoming orientation changes presented by Bobcat Student Orientation and debated several funding and programming resolutions.
Etiquette expert discusses “A Minecraft Movie” theater trend
By Alexandra Hopkins | Apr. 17A trend which has risen from “A Minecraft Movie” is leading experts to question the etiquette of modern movie theaters.
Weather impacts Fest Season fashion
By Clara Leder | Apr. 17OU students respond to the changing weather temperatures, switch up outfits for Fest.
Student Senate responds to campus discrimination
By Suzanne Piper | Apr. 17Student Senate passed a “campus bigotry” bill on April 2, following a third-degree misdemeanor in which a student damaged Student Senate property in a prejudiced manner.
