NEWS BLOGS
Risky consumption of genetically modified organisms continues
By Laura Scheer | Feb. 14, 2013Though Athens offers an abundance of all-natural, locally grown food options, it is hard to avoid consuming potentially dangerous genetically modified organisms, also known as GMOs.
Wrecking of Ridges building approaches
By Danielle Keeton-Olsen | Feb. 14, 2013Building 26, which once hosted the Athens Asylum’s TB Ward and the Beacon School, is to be demolished in the next few weeks — a project that will cost Ohio University $450,000.
Coming Around
By Joe Fox | Feb. 14, 2013Athens’ roundabout has been operating for more than two years now, but the city’s residents haven’t quite gotten used to it.
Student Senate, City Council plan to host joint session to foster 'familiarity' between groups
By Sam Howard | Feb. 14, 2013This semester might bring the first-ever dual meeting of Athens City Council and Ohio University Student Senate.
Benoit named finalist in Wisconsin university chancellor search
By Brandon Carte | Feb. 14, 2013Executive Vice President and Provost Pam Benoit was named one of five finalists for the position of chancellor at The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
Housing assistance provided to those afflicted with HIV/AIDS
By Kate Hiller | Feb. 14, 2013Grants totaling more than $1.2 million to address housing needs of Ohioans living with AIDS or HIV-related diseases have been approved by the Ohio Development Services Agency for four organizations across Ohio.
OU alumnus named 2013 commencement speaker
By Brandon Carte | Feb. 14, 2013Former ombudsman for The Washington Post, and current Scripps Howard visiting professional at Ohio University, Andy Alexander, is this year’s undergraduate commencement speaker.
Program donates books to prisoners
By Andrea Frazier | Feb. 14, 2013An Athens organization is seeking to make it possible for inmates to turn the page while they’re behind bars.
Guest speaker outlines demise of free-market capitalism in America
By Will Drabold | Feb. 14, 2013Despite scheduling an event on a day devoted to romance, Luigi Zingales was able to gather an audience for a lecture meant to tickle the mind.
Dance movement protests violence against women
By Hannah Yang | Feb. 14, 2013In an effort for a worldwide demonstration against domestic violence, Ohio University students took a stand by dancing spontaneously in front of Baker University Center on Thursday.
Inmate DNA gathered for state collection program
By Kelly Fisher | Feb. 13, 2013The state of Ohio issued a new policy regarding inmate DNA collection that is expected to diminish mistakes in databases that connect crimes to the people who commit them.
A busy Student Senate makes announcement on Convo Concert
By Will Drabold | Feb. 13, 2013A solemn resolution, feminist fervor, an applauded return and a humorous announcement made for a busy Week 5 meeting of Ohio University Student Senate Wednesday night.
Kasich budget proposal to divert welfare funds to youth job programs
By Sam Howard | Feb. 13, 2013Earlier this month, Gov. John Kasich introduced his Jobs Budget 2.0 –– a move that has divided the Ohio Department of Jobs and Family Services.
Comedy to take the spotlight in place of melodic acts
By Will Drabold | Feb. 13, 2013As Spring Semester began, it looked as though there would be no performance in the Convo this spring, but Student Senate President Zach George was not satisfied with that.
Judiciary fees fund student activities
By Hannah Yang | Feb. 12, 2013Ohio University student organizations can now benefit from a funding program that stems from high-risk decision makers.
County to treat gypsy moth invasion
By Laura Scheer | Feb. 12, 2013Athens County might avoid a harmful invasion as one of several Ohio counties slated to receive aerial pesticide treatments for gypsy moths.
Students react to Obama's address
By Hannah Yang | Feb. 12, 2013President Barack Obama addressed a variety of challenges facing the nation, including the deficit, job growth and gun control, during his State of the Union address to Congress on Tuesday night.
OU employee fined for recent gun threat
By Marika Lee | Feb. 12, 2013An Ohio University employee could avoid jail time after pleading no contest to threatening to bring a gun to work last year.
