Conservation groups sue federal agencies for auctioning off Wayne National Forest parcels
By Abbey Marshall | May 2, 2017The groups claim the government agencies failed to properly consider the impacts of fracking.
NEWS BLOGS
City Council: Ordinance restricting long-term sidewalk closures rejected
By Bennett Leckrone | May 1, 2017Athens City Council members rejected an ordinance that would’ve restricted long-term sidewalk closures in a 4-3 vote on Monday.
TV Review: The Black Fairy’s secret is revealed on ‘Once Upon a Time’
By Georgia Davis | Apr. 30, 2017The Black Fairy and her relationship with Rumplestiltskin was the focus of Sunday’s episode.
TV Review: Jack gets a shave, his sword in ‘Samurai Jack’
By Alex McCann | Apr. 30, 2017While Ashi furiously defends him, Jack meditates his way to his sword.
Graduates gather at commencement for their last hurrah
By Nora Jaara | Apr. 29, 2017About 3780 OU students received their degrees on Saturday.
Twelve positions eliminated in cuts to OU Finance and Administration department
By Lauren Fisher | Apr. 26, 2017The positions of five university employees have been eliminated as a result of cuts for “budget efficiency.”
Union Street sidewalk closure affects sales at some local businesses
By Kevin Pan | Apr. 26, 2017Sales at Uptown Dog T-Shirts are down at least 70 percent due to the construction, the owner said.
‘Pretty Little Liars’ fans are freaking out over the latest “it” girl
By Georgia Davis | Apr. 25, 2017Is there a new Allison at Rosewood High?
Drug trafficker from Detroit arrested by Athens County Prosecutor’s Office, U.S. Marshall Service
By Megan Henry | Apr. 25, 2017The case remains under investigation and McCutchen has active warrants out of Athens County and Scioto County.
Email records show how McDavis' staff crafted response to Baker Center arrests
By Bailey Gallion | Apr. 25, 2017McDavis received dozens of emails from students, alumni and parents criticizing OUPD’s arrests, but didn’t appear to personally reply to any of them.
Woman who robbed Athens banks, four others, faces up to 20 years in prison
By Bennett Leckrone | Apr. 25, 2017After being charged in connection with six bank robberies, including two in Athens, West Virginia's Christine Joy Martin has accepted a plea deal.
City Council: Athens Community Center to have a staff position dedicated to working with SPMI adults
By Brook Endale | Apr. 24, 2017Council members were in support of a joint effort between Athens Community Center, COMCorp and Hopewell Health that would train a service member to work with severe and persistent mental illness adults at the community center.
Man carrying 100 doses of acid arrested on Bobcat Lane, police say
By Bailey Gallion | Apr. 24, 2017The man was charged with felony drug possession.
Thinkin' About Space: The Moon and The Earth
By Ethan Gower | Apr. 24, 2017Close companions or a binary system?
TV Review: Snow gets busy planning Emma’s wedding on ‘Once Upon a Time’
By Georgia Davis | Apr. 23, 2017The latest episode of 'Once Upon a Time' was underwhelming, but it set up future episodes.
Ohio slashes standards protecting renewable energy, worrying some experts
By Abbey Marshall | Apr. 23, 2017The House of Representatives deemed that renewable energy, including wind and solar power, no longer needed government assistance.
TV Review: Cameos galore in ‘Samurai Jack’ episode that is both dark and funny
By Alex McCann | Apr. 23, 2017Ashi takes center stage as Jack battles with suicidal thoughts.
Student Senate will appoint commissioners and plan projects over break
By Anastasia Nicholas | Apr. 23, 2017Senate executives plan to achieve everything the Green Light ticket promised during campaign season.
15Fest goes down smoothly
By Bailey Gallion | Apr. 23, 2017The Athens County Sheriff's Office made two arrests on Saturday night.
Student Senate: Body recognizes current members, inducts next year's members
By Emily Leber and Maggie Campbell | Apr. 21, 2017Student Senate body holds final meeting of the academic year.
