Four finalists for new director of fraternity and sorority life announced
By Ian McKenzie | May 23, 2019The candidates will have open forums starting May 28.
NEWS BLOGS
TV Review: Alba and Jorge tie the knot on ‘Jane The Virgin’
By Riley Runnells | May 23, 2019The episode is complete with a musical number about Alba’s sex life.
Mohammed Nasser Rashid Hamed Al-Mashrafi to serve mandatory nine years
By Ellen Wagner | May 22, 2019Al-Mashrafi was arrested in December 2018 for rape and abduction charges. He will serve a mandatory four-year term in the state penal system along with a mandatory five-year term of post-release control.
Son of former OU trustee pleaded guilty to killing his father
By Ian McKenzie | May 22, 2019It took investigators almost 18 months to piece together the information.
Album Review: Tyler, The Creator is at his absolute best with ‘IGOR’
By Riley Runnells | May 21, 2019‘IGOR’ is quite possibly the best album of the summer.
City Council: Discussion on entering into new grant agreement; city code changed about outdoor fires
By Ian McKenzie | May 21, 2019The grant from the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council could mean up to $25,000 for Athens.
TV Review: Contestants are already falling in love on ‘The Bachelorette’
By Madyson Lewellyn | May 20, 2019PSA: the red flags have been raised.
Film Review: ‘The Sun Is Also a Star’ laughably fails to live up to its potential
By Riley Runnells | May 20, 2019Charles Melton is by far the film’s saving grace.
Ohio early voters will experience slight changes under House Bill 41
By Paige Miller | May 17, 2019A ballot application is no longer required for early voters.
Researchers have created a smartphone app that can detect ear infections; ‘Avengers: Endgame’ is set to become the highest-grossing film of all time
By Riley Runnells | May 17, 2019Your daily Athens newsletter.
Athens County has highest food insecurity rate in the state
By Abby Miller | May 17, 2019About 19.3 percent of all Athens County residents face food insecurity.
New Honors Tutorial College dean announced
By Abby Miller | May 16, 2019The new dean will begin July 15.
Lady B’s Fried Chicken closes; lawsuit filed against owners
By Ashton Nichols | May 16, 2019The restaurant was open for about six months.
Album Review: Mac DeMarco’s ‘Here Comes the Cowboy’ is simply perfect
By Riley Runnells | May 16, 2019The album utilizes DeMarco’s gorgeous vocals, relaxing melodies and funky instrumentation.
TV Review: Jane’s grand gesture leads to grand consequences on ‘Jane The Virgin’
By Riley Runnells | May 15, 2019If Jane and Rafael can’t get it together, at least Alba can find love.
New study shows suicide rates in Appalachian counties are highest in Ohio
By Ian McKenzie | May 15, 2019There were 73 suicides in Athens County during the time period of the study.
TV Review: Hannah B. begins her not-so-perfect journey on ‘The Bachelorette’
By Madyson Lewellyn | May 13, 2019Get ready for some man drama.
City Council: Members hear presentation from COMCorps, Convention and Visitors Bureau
By Abby Miller | May 13, 2019COMCorps helps promote physical health in the community through a variety of channels.
Album Review: Logic offers a different sound while staying true to himself on ‘Confessions of a Dangerous Mind’
By Bre Offenberger | May 12, 2019The album marks the rapper’s third full-length release in nine months.
Film Review: ‘Pokémon Detective Pikachu’ doesn’t just want to be the very best video game movie — it is
By Joseph Stanichar | May 12, 2019Pokémon’s first live-action film uses wit and charm to make a fun and accessible film for everyone to enjoy.
