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.
NEWS BLOGS
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.
Film Review: ‘Extremely Wicked, Shockingly Evil and Vile’ is also wildly interesting
By Riley Runnells | May 9, 2019The Ted Bundy biopic is a testament to how easily he manipulated others.
TV Review: Jane’s trip to the ranch helps her make a decision on ‘Jane The Virgin’
By Riley Runnells | May 8, 2019Jane and Michael’s romantic getaway to Montana provides some much needed clarity.
Arian Smedley wins First Ward representative, Alexander Local School District passes tax levy
By Nolan Simmons | May 8, 2019Arian Smedley will fill the position of Kent Butler, who has served on City Council for 11 years.
OU denies student use of medical marijuana cards
By Logan Moore | May 7, 2019If a student, however, is in possession of a card, he/she is not required to report that possession to the university.
Film Review: ‘Avengers: Endgame’ is the movie crossover event of a lifetime
By Joseph Stanichar | May 7, 2019There’s a reason Endgame is set to become the highest-grossing film of all time — there’s never been anything like it.
City Council: Members approve entering local government council; complete streets program tabled
By Abby Miller | May 6, 2019The council of local governments will collaborate on plans for the construction of Bailey’s Trail.
Album Review: Judah & the Lion creates the soundtrack of a life with ‘Pep Talks’
By Bre Offenberger | May 5, 2019Does the three-piece know it can easily change the world with its latest album?
Four video games to play this summer
By Grant Ritchey | May 5, 2019From fighting-style classics to shooting games.
