Can an iPad help fight crime? Sheriff’s deputies think so
By Julia Fair | Jan. 26, 2015Deputies use iPads to help quicken the process for filing a police report, assist in other daily duties.
NEWS BLOGS
Council to discuss Essence of Athens and sidewalk improvements
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 25, 2015At their weekly meeting, Athens City Council will discuss implementing the Essence of Athens program as well as making improvements to the West Union St. sidewalks.
Blizzards and blistering cold: the only way to cancel class at OU
By Bethany N. Bella | Jan. 25, 2015Though a snow day is unlikely this year, OU will prioritize keeping its key buildings open if it has to call off classes.
OU Student Union members gather to further enact change on campus
By Bethany N. Bella | Jan. 25, 2015Members of the Ohio University Student Union met for a two-day retreat to discuss group goals and devise a plan for enacting changes in Athens.
Tally of students charged while protesting against tuition hikes: 6
By Lucas Daprile | Jan. 25, 2015Tensions remain high between demonstrators and officials.
OU’s Board of Trustees raised tuition again. Here’s what you need to know.
By Danielle Keeton-Olsen | Jan. 25, 2015The Ohio University Board of Trustees approved tuition rates for continuing and guaranteed tuition students for the 2015-16 academic year.
Trustees hike tuition more than $200 for continuing students
By Danielle Keeton-Olsen | Jan. 23, 2015The Board approved tuition increases Friday amid protests from students.
OUPD Chief: Three arrested at Board of Trustees meeting
By Dina Berliner | Jan. 23, 2015The students, charged with disrupting a lawful meeting, have since been released.
Alden replaced their printers over winter break
Jan. 22, 2015Alden library replaced all of the old printers over winter break.
Columbus plastic bag tax could inspire rest of state
By M.C. Tilton | Jan. 22, 2015Columbus mayor’s five-year sustainability plan pushing away from dependence on single-use bags
Three members of Student Senate to be charged after tuition protest
By Maygan Beeler | Jan. 22, 2015Police are expected to file persistent disorderly conduct charges against three members of Ohio University’s Student Senate following a protest Thursday afternoon.
Minimum wage in Ohio raised to $8.10
By William T. Perkins | Jan. 22, 2015A representative from Policy Matters Ohio says the new minimum wage will help encourage economic development. Others are unconvinced.
Board ready to move forward with Ohio Guarantee
By Dina Berliner | Jan. 22, 2015After a day of debate and discussion, Ohio University Board of Trustees are prepared to move forward with the Ohio Guarantee fixed tuition plan and other university policies.
Key takeaway from Board of Trustees today: increasing tuition is a delicate issue
By Dina Berliner | Jan. 22, 2015Student protesters who have rallied this semester against raising tuition at Ohio University didn't protest inside the Board of Trustees meeting Thursday, but their concerns were clearly heard by trustees and OU officials.
Coffee with a cop proves successful
By Matt Cudahy | Jan. 22, 2015Police officers from OUPD and APD met and chatted with community members over delicious coffee and cookies.
Municipal Court Judge William Grim to step down, open office for reelection
By William T. Perkins | Jan. 22, 2015Attorney Todd Grace is hoping to take over Athens County Municipal Court judge William Grim’s position this November. City Prosecutor Lisa Eliason has her sights set on the city law director position.
App aims to make public transit more accessible
By Jeremy Hill | Jan. 22, 2015Citizens can now track the exact location of any bus in the Athens Public Transit system in real time using a mobile or web app.
Richland Avenue to experience lane closures during next two weeks
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 22, 2015Those looking to travel down Richland Avenue during the next two weeks may experience some difficulty.
Three protesters to be charged for 'persistent disorderly conduct' during tuition rally
By Maygan Beeler | Jan. 22, 2015Police are expected to charge three members of Ohio University Student Senate with persistent disorderly conduct following a protest against tuition raises.
Student Senate lobbies state legistlators in response to student body poll
By Maygan Beeler | Jan. 21, 2015Ohio University Student Senate traveled to Columbus Wednesday to discuss tuition hikes, Student Trustee voting rights.
