Faculty Senate: New chair approved as McLaughlin's term ends
By Alex Felser | May 14, 2012Ohio University’s Faculty Senate said farewell to the current chair Monday but welcomed two familiar faces back to its executive board.
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Council requests Wayne do 'fracking' analysis
By Joshua Jamerson | May 14, 2012After conducting an in-house review, Wayne National Forest could partake in an environmental impact study regarding hydraulic fracturing — a precaution that Athens City Council has formally called for.
Most expensive road face lift project in years to hit Athens
By Lucas Daprile | May 13, 2012A mild winter caused noticeably less damage to city streets this year, but Athens officials plan to spend about $400,000 repaving them — the most the city has spent for paving since 2007.
Tamer tactics at center of campaigns
By SARA JERDE | May 13, 2012In comparison with last year’s contentious Ohio University Student Senate campaign season, tickets vying for office in 2012 have practiced tame tactics and clean campaigning.
County property owners could net $5,700 in drilling-lease payouts
By Laura Scheer | May 13, 2012Athens County residents eager to lease their drilling rights could see vertical test wells on their property and earn money via a different payout plan than they originally thought.
Relocate day kicks off semester scheduling
By Alex Felser | May 12, 2012Friday kicked off the first day of scheduling semesters at Ohio University in more than 40 years.
Police policy won't change for Mill Fest
By Joshua Jamerson | May 10, 2012Alumni, law enforcement and local officials will be keeping an eye on Athens this weekend.
OU to pay 200 volunteers $50 a pop to help keep Mill Fest safe
By XANDER ZELLNER | May 10, 2012Ohio University faculty and staff are not taking any risks during this weekend’s Oak and Mill Fests after a house fire and subsequent riot evacuation halted Palmer Fest hours before its scheduled end.
Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity under suspension through 2014
By Alex Felser | May 10, 2012During a week that celebrates greek life at Ohio University, the Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity has been left out of the fun.
Officials brainstorm Spring Fest revival
By Marika Lee | May 10, 2012Spring Fest was on the minds of local officials as Ohio University administrators and Athens politicians brainstormed how to improve fest safety following the arson on Palmer Street two weekends ago.
Relay for Life unites hundreds, raises thousands in fight against deadly disease
By Allan Smith | May 9, 2012One of the largest fundraising events on campus this year is about to take place.
REACH rebuts claims of pro-admin leaning
By Brandon Carte | May 9, 2012One week before Election Day, a Student Senate ticket defended itself against accusations of not being student-oriented as candidates met to debate for a second time.
OU study uncovers dishonesty among online class participants
By Brian Vadakin | May 9, 2012Online classes may have increased educational accessibility for many students, but a study conducted by two Ohio University professors shows they might have contributed to a large increase in academic dishonesty.
Carving out Cooperation
By Joshua Jamerson | May 9, 2012When Athens and Ohio University officials said they were disappointed in student fest behavior last week, they meant it.
Bobcats in Ohio offices lunch at annual get-together
By Brian Vadakin | May 9, 2012COLUMBUS — Though Sen. George Voinovich might be the most successful Bobcat to enter public service, many alumni are still a powerful influence in the day-to-day operations of Ohio’s government.
Obama splits Athens, OU on gay marriage
By Betty Laudermilt | May 9, 2012President Barack Obama voiced his support of same-sex marriage Wednesday — an announcement that heartened but also concerned Ohio University students and Athens County officials alike.
Local hostel owner faces potential mental evaluation resulting from trespassing charge
By Marika Lee | May 8, 2012A Nelsonville hostel operator could have his mental health evaluated as a part of the next step in his burglary case.
Glouster resident charged with added sexual assaults
By Marika Lee | May 8, 2012A 75-year-old man who was charged with rape was re-indicted with four more sexual assault charges.
