NEWS BLOGS
University's Budget Planning Council begins year with 11 new members
By Brian Vadakin | Oct. 1, 2012Ohio University’s Budget Planning Council’s suggestion to raise tuition — combined with what some call a limited student voice — has created controversy, but new senate representatives have brought fresh voices to the table.
OU: Suit has 'no probability of success'
By SARA JERDE | Oct. 1, 2012Ohio University has responded that former student Gregory Richards has “no probability” for success on his charges against five OU officials.
Athens nonprofits struggle to stay afloat in wake of recession
By Laura Scheer | Oct. 1, 2012Although local nonprofit organizations have lost money in recent years, Athens has kept them afloat.
Area Democrats focus on political positivity
Oct. 1, 2012A group of local Democrats has worked in recent months to infuse positivity into what has become a negative campaign season through eye-catching Obama artwork.
Demand for blood donors leads to incentives
By Brandon Carte | Oct. 1, 2012Every two seconds, someone in the United States needs blood.
Early voters presented with absentee ballots
By Allan Smith | Oct. 1, 2012As one of the first signs that Election Day is quickly approaching, early voting will begin Tuesday across Ohio for those unable to vote in their preferred county on Election Day.
OU alum appointed to trustee position
By SARA JERDE | Sep. 30, 2012Gov. John Kasich appointed David Scholl to Ohio University’s Board of Trustees to fill a position left vacant since March.
Brown's priority student debt, aid during visit
By Ryan Clark | Sep. 30, 2012Though few students came to see him Saturday, SenatorSherrod Brown said he is still fighting for financial aid.
Habitat for Humanity raises thousands for homeless
By Kourtney Cline | Sep. 30, 2012Sunday morning, people were busy in Morton parking lot tearing down everything from a cardboard pirate ship to cardboard outhouses, all of which housed students and Athens residents Saturday night.
Agenda for Athens City Council 10/01/12
By Sam Howard | Sep. 30, 2012Athens City Council will have just one ordinance up for third reading Monday evening at 7:30 p.m — holding the potential to bring grant money to the city.
Four men indicted on 14 felony counts
By Marika Lee | Sep. 29, 2012Four men were indicted on 14 felony counts each after allegedly robbing and stabbing an elderly woman in Coolville in January.
10Fest to see usual police, EMS presence at Number Fest's first fall event
By Adrienne Green | Sep. 27, 2012Organizers have made preparations for the 10th rendition of Number Fest in record time, but they still expect everything to go well.
Demolition date for building at Ridges delayed
By SARA JERDE | Sep. 27, 2012A building at The Ridges that Ohio University officials were hoping to demolish by Halloween will stand for another two months.
Fundraising goal for annual Cardboard City event set at $35,000
By Hayley Ross | Sep. 27, 2012The ninth annual Cardboard City event, hosted by Athens County Habitat for Humanity, will begin at 6 p.m. Saturday in the Morton Hall parking lot.
Kasich appoints new OU trustee
Sep. 27, 2012Ohio University's Board of Trustees has a new member, an Athens resident who is already familiar with OU.
Path along Baker Center to be paved
By SARA JERDE | Sep. 27, 2012Ohio University students won’t be able to walk along the path connecting Baker University Center to University Terrace until at least spring semester because of ongoing changes underground.
GOP members, candidates gather for discussion
By Allan Smith | Sep. 27, 2012About 50 Republicans from throughout Athens County gathered at the American Legion Hall on Thursday night for a dinner with candidates running for positions ranging from commissioners to congressmen.
Forums give residents a voice before elections
By Diana Wiebe | Sep. 27, 2012With the election 40 days away, community members can get involved in the race by attending the Candidates’ Forums sponsored by the Athens Public Library and the Athens County League of Women Voters.
