NEWS BLOGS
Not all Athens grads set on attending OU despite its proximity
By Joshua Jamerson | Apr. 4, 2012Athens High School students might be used to having a four-year university nearby, but some seniors aren’t convinced they’re missing what’s in their own backyards.
Student Senate: OU admins breakdown divvying of tuition increase
By Brandon Carte | Apr. 4, 2012With a 3.5-percent tuition increase looming, two top Ohio University administrators paid a visit to Student Senate on Wednesday to discuss the potential hike.
Local experts: Risk of rockslides remains low for Athens despite incident
By Allan Smith | Apr. 4, 2012With a massive rock tearing through a northern Athens neighborhood late last month, the safety of slopes around town has come into question.
OU, OSU announce partnership, $35 million venture capital fund
By Pat Holmes | Apr. 4, 2012Ohio University and Ohio State University have joined forces to better the state of Ohio through the formation of a venture capital fund.
Former school cafeteria transformed into popular cafe
By Olivia Young | Apr. 3, 2012Each morning, chef Amy Foster is in an apron by 5 a.m. to start her first batch of from-scratch biscuits for a new eatery that’s bringing Albany residents together.
Former student suing school for 'breach of contract'
By Marika Lee | Apr. 3, 2012A former Ohio University nursing student is suing the university for $25,000 because of a “breach of contract” that prevented her from receiving her degree.
Chauncey preschools to merge
By Joshua Jamerson | Apr. 3, 2012For Athens County preschool students, teachers and parents, less will soon be worth more — at least according to plans recently set in motion by the Athens City School District.
Green artist to share tactics at museum
By Brandon Carte | Apr. 3, 2012A mixed-media artist and accessories designer, who has sold her work to musicians such as Michael Jackson and Mick Jagger, will be coming to the Kennedy Museum of Art Thursday.
Court: No evidence of gender discrimination in OU case
By Marika Lee | Apr. 3, 2012A lawsuit between Ohio University and an employee was dismissed because of a summary judgment granted last week.
Fraternity faces eviction, uncertain future
By SARA JERDE | Apr. 3, 2012After Athens Police found marijuana and drug paraphernalia at 12 N. College St. in March, the house’s 12 residents might be feeling the heat.
Herman Cain to make appearance at OU
By Pat Holmes | Apr. 3, 2012Former Republican presidential candidate Herman Cain will be in Athens, Ohio Thursday to speak at an event put on by the Ohio University College Republicans.
OU and OSU to pursue joint development program
By Brian Vadakin | Apr. 3, 2012Ohio University will cross county lines with a new economic development program to be announced Thursday.
Relay readies for spring donation drive
By Betty Laudermilt | Apr. 3, 2012Compared to last year at this time, Ohio University students participating in Relay for Life have raised more money to fight cancer, but still have a ways to go before reaching their ultimate goal of $66,000.
Same-sex marriage amendment approved by Attorney General, moves closer to ballot
By XANDER ZELLNER | Apr. 3, 2012Ohio is on its way to becoming the next state to legalize same-sex marriage after Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine moved forward a proposed constitutional amendment that would reverse the state’s 2004 ban Monday.
Former student sentenced for June residence hall arson
By Marika Lee | Apr. 2, 2012A former Ohio University student pleaded guilty to arson and will have to pay more than $45,000 to the university for starting a fire in Brough House last year.
Previously confined to the web, Campus Kicks to open up shop on Union Street
By Stefan Malmsten | Apr. 2, 2012Correction: A previous version of this story said Campus Kicks' new location is in the attic of 14 W. Union St. Campus kicks will actually be located in the attic of 16 W. Union St. The previous version also said Campus Kicks' website is www.campuskicks.com. It is actually www.campuskicks.net.
