‘Moana 2’ leaves audiences wanting more
By Sophia Anness | Dec. 6, 2024“Moana 2” hit theaters Nov. 27 and is complete with great performances and mediocre music.
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‘Dune: Prophecy’ sets the stage in episodes 1, 2
By Jude Hannahs | Dec. 6, 2024The first two episodes of “Dune: Prophecy” provide a strong start to a new entry in the “Dune” universe.
Actor Spotlight: Hailee Steinfeld uplifts animation industry
By Jackson McCoy | Dec. 6, 2024The actress uses her voice to breathe life into the embattled industry.
Athens receives $2 million to improve housing
By Finn Smith | Dec. 6, 2024Athens is receiving a $2 million grant from the Welcome Home Ohio program, a state initiative focused on affordable housing.
Food truck owner seeks changes on East Union Street
By Drew Hoffmaster | Dec. 5, 2024Brandon Buckley, the owner of the food trucks Rise and Grind and A-Town Pies and Fries, wants to work with the city to make the vending spots on East Union Street more accessible and user-friendly.
Athens donation drives are fired up for the holidays
By Mary Kate McNamee | Dec. 5, 2024Christmas donation drives are revved up for the Athens holiday season, giving citizens many options to donate and participate.
Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl LIX announcement sparks controversy
By Nyla Gilbert | Dec. 4, 2024The announcement of Kendrick Lamar headlining Super Bowl LIX has sparked major controversy.
Crumbl rebrands name, signature color
By Leanne Abel | Dec. 4, 2024Crumbl is eliminating the word “cookies” in its official logo and darkening the pink color of its boxes.
HB 475 would prohibit local governments from funding abortion access
By McKenna Christy | Dec. 4, 2024Ohio House Bill 475 was proposed in April and seeks to prohibit state funds from being used to assist in people’s access to abortion.
9 great Athens bar specials
By Ashley Pomplas | Dec. 3, 2024Here is a list of some of the best bar specials in Athens.
Inside Ohio campaign spending, what happens to leftover funds
By Avery St. George | Dec. 3, 2024Political campaigns are required to keep track of all contributions and expenses during the election and this information must be made public record to ensure fairness.
Seeing smaller films is on the decline
By Jude Hannahs | Dec. 3, 2024Chances to see smaller films in theaters become slimmer each passing day.
Fashion trends for winter 2024
By Alicia Szczesniak | Dec. 3, 2024How to stay stylish and stay warm in the cold months.
Mariah Carey’s ‘It’s time’ Christmas videos, ranked
By Elizabeth Talaga | Dec. 3, 2024Each year, Mariah Carey releases a short video declaring it time to begin Christmas festivities.
SB 104 signed, students worry over safety concerns
By Drew Hoffmaster | Dec. 3, 2024Gov. Mike Dewine signed Ohio Senate Bill 104 into law, concerning Ohio University students. The bill updated Ohio’s College Credit Plus program to increase awareness of the program and allowed for seventh to 12th grade students to enroll.
Police Blotter: Warrants, tree troubles, intoxication
By Elizabeth Talaga | Dec. 2, 2024Officers from the Ohio University Police Department and deputies from the Athens County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of property damage, trespassers and violations.
Rise in streaming services increases TV episode length
By Leanne Abel | Dec. 2, 2024Due to the rise of streaming services, TV shows are getting longer.
Holiday shopping season begins with big deals
By Elizabeth Talaga | Nov. 26, 2024Black Friday deals have started as people prepare for the biggest shopping day of the year.
Film Review: ‘Wicked’ truly defies gravity
By Ashley Pomplas | Nov. 25, 2024“Wicked: Part One” is an almost-perfect adaptation of the Broadway musical.
Police Blotter: Emu given warning for fleeing, eluding officers
By Mary Kate McNamee | Nov. 25, 2024Deputies from the Athens County Sheriff’s Office and the Ohio University Police Department responded to reports of an escaped emu and a deceased deer found on a playground.
