State-mandated credit card policy delayed by City Council
By Abby Miller | Jan. 29, 2019The policy is supposed to be in place by Feb. 1.
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Athens County dispatcher indicted for unauthorized use of database
By Erin Franczak | Jan. 29, 2019This felony has a penalty of anywhere from 6-12 month in prison and a $2,500 fine.
Three people dead after helicopter crash in Vinton County
By Ian McKenzie | Jan. 29, 2019The crash remains under investigation.
Squidward will announce the halftime entertainment for the Super Bowl; here’s what you can expect from Gov. Mike DeWine’s first four years in office
By Riley Runnells | Jan. 29, 2019Your daily Athens newsletter.
TV Review: Colton Underwood is leading the most dramatic season of ‘The Bachelor’ yet
By Madyson Lewellyn | Jan. 29, 2019All the highlights from the most entertaining episode since Arie’s finale.
City Council: Complete Streets program would increase pedestrian safety
By Erin Franczak | Jan. 29, 2019A resolution on Home Rules, which allows cities the right to govern themselves, was also introduced.
A glimpse into the turbulent history of African-Americans in Athens
By Jessica Hill | Jan. 29, 2019African-American history in Athens is a long road of discrimination and progress, but some of it might be repeating today.
What to expect from Gov. Mike Dewine's first term
By George Shillcock | Jan. 28, 2019Before midnight on his first day in office, DeWine signed six executive orders.
OU meteorology professor redefines idea of tornado formation
By Abby Miller | Jan. 28, 2019While the theory isn’t new, today’s technology helps better support it.
Former LGBT Center director’s grievance denied
By Ellen Wagner | Jan. 28, 2019bautista said Secuban said they could not use the word “queer” when referring to themself because the word is an insult.
Here’s where to watch all of the 2019 Best Picture nominees
By Alexis Eichelberger | Jan. 28, 2019Two of the eight are available with a Netflix subscription.
Athens City School District approves timeline for construction project
By Nolan Simmons | Jan. 28, 2019Athens City School District approved a proposed timeline for the construction project at the last school board meeting.
Arizona man saves woman after remembering an episode of ‘The Office’; The Other Place is closing
By Georgia Davis | Jan. 28, 2019Your daily Athens newsletter.
The Other Place to close after 25 years
By Ashton Nichols | Jan. 27, 2019It will close by the end of February.
Civil lawsuit filed against Ohio University, suspended journalism professor
By Sarah M. Penix | Jan. 27, 2019Attorney Michael Fradin is suing Yusuf Kalyango and Ohio University.
Here are locations in Athens that offer flu shots
By Jordan Ellis | Jan. 27, 2019Most prices depend on your medical insurance.
Athens composting pilot program receives mixed reviews
By Abby Miller | Jan. 27, 2019Council members had conflicting thoughts on the program and its price.
Athens City Council members to discuss transportation, finances and personnel
By Erin Franczak | Jan. 27, 2019Complete Streets is a policy that encourages support for non-motorized vehicles.
Ranking the covers of Weezer’s ‘Teal Album’
By Alex Penrose | Jan. 27, 2019From the track that started it all to TLC’s “No Scrubs.”
Album Review: Bring Me The Horizon shows change doesn’t work for all bands on ‘amo’
By Bre Offenberger | Jan. 27, 2019Despite major changes, Bring Me The Horizon can still capture the attention of many.
