New OUPD officer eager to get to work after intensive training
By Bailey Gallion | Jan. 27, 2016Officer Harlow will fill one open position at OUPD after he finishes his training, but two more remain.
NEWS BLOGS
Post Haste: Ohio University fraternity selling fest shirts spoofing Donald Trump slogan; Athens County needs pollworkers
By Mikaela Ashburn | Jan. 26, 2016It's a play off the Trump slogan "Make America great again."
Ohio University's Campus Conversation talks about 'Selma' and on campus racism
Jan. 26, 2016The Campus Conversation also touched on issues more recent to this academic year, such as the conflict that occurred over the weekend when an OU student was using a megaphone to shout phrases that included the N-word on Carpenter Street.
Ohio University's Student Senate to vote on referendums at this week's meeting
Jan. 26, 2016At the meeting, student senators will vote on a resolution that would amend the constitution of the body on the issue of referendums.
Athens County Crime Solvers offer reward for information on connected assault cases
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 26, 2016Athens County Crime Solvers Anonymous’ February Crimes of the Month list included two connected assaults and a case of burglary.
Nelsonville man to appear in court on charges of murder of local bar owner
By Julia Fair | Jan. 26, 2016Taylor Allen Mills, the man who allegedly murdered Timothy Koker, 52, the owner of Mine Tavern in Nelsonville, faces six felony charges, including murder.
Athens among many Ohio counties seeking poll workers for election day
By Nora Jaara | Jan. 26, 2016Ohio Secretary of State Jon Husted announced a recent initiative to recruit more poll workers.
Some Athens Court Street businesses are upgrading to accommodate EMV credit cards
By Brook Endale | Jan. 26, 2016The chip provides more protection than traditional credit cards because it has a tamper-resistant microprocessor with private storage.
Post Haste: Remember it's illegal not to shovel your walk; Kiser's on Court Street closed
By Pete Nakos | Jan. 25, 2016Not shoveling could lead to a fine.
The kind of lifting that can hurt local Athens businesses
By Kyra Cobb | Jan. 25, 2016Shoplifting blogs are gaining popularity on Tumblr, but for the people who own and work at local Athens businesses, shoplifting is a real problem.
Kiser’s on Court moves over for Lancaster based New York style Pizzeria
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 25, 2016Kiser’s Barbeque announce via Facebook on Monday they would be closing their doors immediately. The decision followed a buyout from Lancaster-based Franco’s Pizza.
Racial slurs being shouted through a megaphone detracted from an Ohio University student's experience
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Jan. 25, 2016While walking home Saturday night, a student heard racial slurs being yelled through a megaphone by another Ohio University student.
Athens City Council discusses possible new salt truck, reviews water quality report
By Alyse Peck | Jan. 25, 2016Athens City Council met Monday to discuss the possible purchase of a new salt truck and the water quality report in the Annual Consumer Confidence Report.
Female student reports rape to OU Police Department, marking 20th sex crime of academic year
By Bailey Gallion | Jan. 25, 2016The female reported the rape occurred 2 a.m. Sunday morning.
Kiser's BBQ announces closure of Court Street location
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 25, 2016Kiser's BBQ announced on Facebook that they are closing their Court Street location.
Post Haste: Who do you want to be Ohio University's graduation speaker? Snow-soaked partiers trashed at least one bar
By Jeremy Hill | Jan. 24, 2016You could vote for the old guy from Modern Family.
Ohio University Board of Trustees votes to demolish President Street building, raise tuition $196
By Dina Berliner | Jan. 24, 2016In the past 12 years, Ohio University administrators have brought forth two recommendations to demolish campus buildings, according to OU President Roderick McDavis.
Ohio University seniors can help decide Spring Commencement speaker
Jan. 24, 2016Ohio University seniors can vote from a list of 16 nominees for the Spring Commencement speaker.
Athens City Council to further discussion on International Street Fair
By Alyse Peck | Jan. 24, 2016Athens City Council will meet Monday night to further discuss the International Street Fair.
Snow didn't stop bargoers on Court Street this weekend but created messes Uptown
Jan. 24, 2016A video surfaced of a Toledo man belly flopping into a puddle at The C.I. this weekend.
