Christina Hoff Sommers takes on modern feminism and trigger warnings
By Nora Jaara | Feb. 16, 2016Christina Hoff Sommers brings topics of trigger warnings, modern feminism and free speech to George Washington Forum at OU.
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Two Democratic candidates for state representative attend forum ahead of primary election
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Feb. 16, 2016Sarah Grace, a local businesswoman, and Eddie Smith, an Ohio University graduate student, attended the League of Women Voters candidate forum to explain their platforms to Athens residents.
Ohio University Student Senate will consider adding a judicial panel at Wednesday’s meeting
By Maygan Beeler | Feb. 16, 2016Senate will consider adding a judicial panel, which would be responsible for trying impeachments, hearing accusations of improper activity or conduct, and evaluating the performance of senate’s executive officers.
OU student seeks $100k after being bitten in face by roommate's dog
By EMILY BOHATCH | Feb. 16, 2016An Ohio University student is suing her roommate and landlords after she was attacked by the family's dog.
Athens resident garners support to keep Airbnb in the city regulation-free
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Feb. 16, 2016Abe Alassaf, an Athens resident and Ohio University graduate, has helped grow support for fewer regulations for home sharing options like Airbnb.
Refusing to show an officer an ID may get you kicked out of 14Fest and bars
By Kyra Cobb | Feb. 16, 2016In preparation for this spring, The Post spoke to local officials to break down what a student’s rights are under the law and what actions may get an individual arrested.
Less than one-sixth of $500 million raised by OU's Promise Lives Campaign will be unusable until donors die
Feb. 16, 2016Of the more than $500 million pledged or raised, more than $27 million — or 20 percent — of that money is projected to go toward Intercollegiate Athletics.
Post Haste: #Womenalsoknowstuff includes OU prof; Acacia is no longer under investigation
By Olivia Hitchcock | Feb. 15, 2016Judith Grant is listed as one of the experts on feminist politics and theory on the website #womenalsoknowstuff.
Students for Life, an anti-abortion group, will start on campus next year
Feb. 15, 2016Jacob Hoback is starting up Students for Life, an anti-abortion group, despite opposition.
OU's Acacia chapter is no longer under investigation by the university
By Megan Henry | Feb. 15, 2016On Friday, the university wrapped up the almost four month investigation following a video of a sexually explicit song that was posted to social media.
Athens City Council approves ordinance for building a new city pool, continues discussion of Airbnbs in Athens
By Alyse Peck | Feb. 15, 2016Athens City Council members met Monday to amend and approve ordinance concerning the building of a new city pool. They also continued their discussion on Airbnbs in Athens.
Ohio University Foundation sells property at University Courtyard for $1
By Alex Meyer | Feb. 15, 2016The Ohio University Foundation, the fundraising arm of Ohio University, authorized the sale of about 11 acres of its University Courtyard property to its subsidiary corporation for $1.
Athens officials hope to keep residents aware of assailant situation without causing panic
By Bailey Gallion | Feb. 15, 2016Athens Police Department Chief Tom Pyle said he doesn't mean to induce panic in residents, but that he wants to keep them aware.
Respected scholar to speak on 'Trigger Warnings, Safe Spaces and Moral Panics' at OU
By Nora Jaara | Feb. 15, 2016Christina Hoff Sommers will speak on Tuesday in Galbreath Chapel at 7:30 p.m.
New business looks to ease aches and pains of hangovers
By Jonny Palermo | Feb. 15, 2016An Ohio University student wants to make the morning after a night out a little easier for students.
Post Haste: Find out where to get Girl Scout Cookies in Athens; Dougan House is having serious pipe problems
By Jeremy Hill | Feb. 14, 2016Good morning. Here's what you need to know for Monday, Feb. 15, 2016:
Athens County is under a Level 2 snow emergency, one to three inches of snow expected
By Jonny Palermo | Feb. 14, 2016According to a National Weather Service advisory, residents can expect one to three inches of snow, along with a few traces of ice overnight.
Frozen pipes cause flooding, damage at Dougan House
By Lauren Fisher | Feb. 14, 2016Maintenance crews were dispatched to the scene to control the debris.
New chocolate truck on the block offers treats for Valentines
Feb. 14, 2016There's a new food truck dishing out chocolate on Union Street.
Ohio University students have until Tuesday to register to vote in the primaries
By Nora Jaara | Feb. 14, 2016The deadline to register to vote in the primary election is fast approaching.
