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Hocking College student missing

By Hannah Yang | Apr. 2, 2014

A Hocking College student, who was last seen walking home from the Hoopla in the Hills music festival, has been declared missing, officials said Wednesday.

Senate to fill chair, executive positions

By Dina Berliner | Apr. 2, 2014

Two candidates have entered their names to be considered for Faculty Senate’s chairperson.

Ohio Capital Budget bill to bring $25 million to county

By Lucas Daprile | Apr. 2, 2014

Gov. John Kasich signed the Ohio Capital Budget bill Tuesday, a move that will allocate about $2.4 billion throughout the state for projects such as infrastructure repairs and higher education funding.

Disturbance on South Green leaves area taped off

By Joshua Jamerson, Kelly Fisher | Apr. 2, 2014

Ohio University Police are investigating "three small exposions" on South Green that went off late Thursday night. There were no injuries reported, authorities said.

OU officials to discuss construction plans

By Maria DeVito | Apr. 1, 2014

Top Ohio University officials will gather in one of Athens’ newest buildings to discuss the way the landscape will appear within 10 years, after major construction projects are completed.

University officials defend the Baker Center "yOUr Umbrella" program

By Maria DeVito | Apr. 1, 2014

If Athens receives the rain predicted for Wednesday, it might be difficult for Ohio University students to stay dry while walking to class.

Professors receive research funding

By Dina Berliner | Apr. 1, 2014

Five professors in the Russ College of Engineering and Technology have been awarded more than $81 million collectively in research funding since starting their work at Ohio University.

April flowers bring park prowlers

By Danielle Hale | Apr. 1, 2014

There are many different ways to enjoy warm weather and the beauty of Athens this spring for little or no cost, with many of them within less than an hour drive from campus.

Ohio Sen. Brown co-sponsors student loan debt bill

By Lucas Daprile | Mar. 31, 2014

Sen. Sherrod Brown of Ohio has added his support for a bill that proponents are saying would help improve students’ knowledge when taking out student loans.

Student organization educates about tanning bed benefits and risks

By Taylor Maple | Mar. 31, 2014

As the temperature rises, so does many students’ desire for a sunkissed summer glow. Although some can spread a blanket across College Green and soak up the sun, many still resort to the tanning bed to achieve their goal.

Housing aid program application is 'competitive'

By Hannah Yang | Mar. 31, 2014

Athens County is in the process of extending a housing initiative that currently addresses an array of housing needs in the county’s cities.

Lindley Hall closed for renovation

Mar. 31, 2014

Mural in Baker Center gets updated look

By Maria DeVito | Mar. 31, 2014

Ohio University’s Baker University Center has a new addition — the mural on the second floor wall outside of the Baker University Center Theatre was redone — paid for by Event Services.

Student scientist receives award

By William Gibbs | Mar. 31, 2014

This summer, one student will have the opportunity to participate in a research internship in Germany.

Partial closure on West Union for guardrail repair Wednesday

By Emma Ockerman | Mar. 31, 2014

Traffic on West Union Street between Elliotsville Road and Morrison Elementary School, 793. W. Union, will be reduced to one lane Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Fluff owners await OK from the state

By Emma Ockerman | Mar. 30, 2014

Fluff Bakery & Catering’s journey to mesh the serving of alcoholic beverages and sweet treats at its location on Court Street began about a year ago when part-owner Jessica Kopelwitz and her husband bid on a liquor license, among other things, from West Side Tavern, Inc.