No security increases planned for this year's Athens Halloween Block Party
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Oct. 28, 2015Even after shots were fired at last year's block party, Athens Police will not increase security.
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Post Haste: Welcome the return of the GOP presidential debate drinking game; Start thinking about Halloween parking
By William T. Perkins | Oct. 27, 2015The GOP debate is tonight.
Athens male wakes up covered in blood, belongings stolen in November crimes of the month
By Bailey Gallion | Oct. 27, 2015The incident was one of four Athens County Crime Solvers Anonymous crimes of the month for November. Other crimes included two separate stolen Jeep Cherokees.
Ohio University sees an increase in sex-crime reports this year
By Julia Fair | Oct. 27, 2015Law enforcement agencies across the country work with survivor advocates to make the process of reporting a sex-crime smoother for those affected.
Student Senate will join the conversation on OUSAP
Oct. 27, 2015Student Senate proposes three resolutions, including one addressing OUSAP and another changing the name of the Greek Life Senator.
Parking options available for visitors during Halloween weekend
By Bailey Gallion | Oct. 27, 2015Parking is available toward the back of the Wal-Mart Parking lot, at the city parking garage, or at Athens County Fairgrounds. Bus routes will be altered due to the block party.
Landlords increase security measures as Halloween creeps closer
By William T. Perkins | Oct. 27, 2015Some landlords put up extra funding and time to beef up security during Halloween weekend.
Rape case trial rescheduled for November
By EMILY BOHATCH | Oct. 27, 2015The trial for a September sexual assault has been rescheduled for next week.
Post Haste: Looking to observe ‘American Beer Day?’ You have options; Marching 110 gets another shoutout
Oct. 26, 2015Fortunately for you, there are plenty of options.
Student Legal Services teaches students how not to get arrested on Halloween
By Bailey Gallion | Oct. 26, 2015Ohio University Residence Life hosted a powerpoint presentation by Pat McGee in the lobby at Biddle Hall Monday.
Athens Mayor Paul Wiehl threatens to veto non-union review over vacation time
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Oct. 26, 2015Members of the Athens City Council, administration and residents weighed in on the proposal aiming to solve the excess of vacation time accrued by some non-union city employees.
Athens, Ohio University K9 units cost approximately $14,500 annually
By Luke Torrance | Oct. 26, 2015Despite the price tag, local law enforcement believes K9 units are essential for keeping Athens safe.
Graduate program sculpts artists, ranks high nationally
Oct. 26, 2015Artists take their education further in OU's Master's of Ceramics program, which ranks No. 5 in the country.
Post Haste: Discounted Chipotle coming for Halloween; Student who allegedly threatened police will appear in court
By Hannah Wintucky | Oct. 26, 2015But wait for what could be long lines.
Police Blotter: Man reports theft of cannon from farm in Athens
By Matt Cudahy | Oct. 26, 2015Over the weekend it was determined that a cannon was stolen from a barn in Athens County. Also, a man was found in possession of methamphetamine after being stopped while driving for expired registration.
Russell waives pretrial, catapulted into next phase in terroristic threats case
By EMILY BOHATCH | Oct. 26, 2015On Monday in Athens County Common Pleas Court, Nickolaus Russell waived his right to a pretrial.
Bromley Hall rape suspect to appear in municipal court Tuesday
By EMILY BOHATCH | Oct. 26, 2015Rape suspect John Hyland will appear in Municipal Court on Tuesday.
Athens City Council to talk about holiday parking, new tax code
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Oct. 25, 2015Athens City Council ready to talk Christmas for new holiday parking.
Athens, Ohio University a hotbed for businesses hoping to turn parties into profit
By Jeremy Hill | Oct. 25, 2015Animal Cage Productions, PartyEDU and Red Cup Nation begin fall festivities with #OaktoberFest.
Athens held first Race for the Cure event Sunday
Oct. 25, 2015For the first time, Athens hosted a Race for the Cure event and has raised more than $38,000 so far.
