NEWS BLOGS
Resigned deputy asks for dismissal of 1 of 8 felonies
By Marika Lee | Sep. 12, 2011The former head of the Narcotics Enforcement Team filed a motion yesterday asking the court to dismiss one of the eight felony counts against him.
OURS organization promotes diversity on campus
By Hannah Yang | Sep. 12, 2011Even before freshmen step foot on Ohio University's campus, the efforts of one organization ensue to avoid a cookie-cutter campus.
OU retains 124th spot in America's top colleges
By Rebecca McKinsey | Sep. 12, 2011Although Ohio University has retained its spot this year as the 124th best place in the nation to obtain an education, university officials say there is more to OU than the numbers.
Visiting high-school student hit by CATS bus outside Baker
By Will Hoffman | Sep. 12, 2011About 3:15 p.m. today a girl on a college visit at Ohio University was struck by a bus while crossing the street.
OIT project should ease Internet access
By Joe Fox | Sep. 12, 2011More bandwidth and improved traffic management added during the summer should help Ohio University students stay connected this quarter, according to a news release from the Office of Information Technology.
Service tonight for student killed in crash
By Rebecca McKinsey | Sep. 11, 2011Ohio University students will hold a memorial service tonight in honor of Gloria Dawes, a student who died during Labor Day weekend.
After surgery, Athenian battles with bills
By Ian Ording | Sep. 11, 2011Just a few short months ago, Athens resident Ed Renz was raced to the emergency room after experiencing a tumor-induced seizure. Now, he is fighting to foot the bill for that very trip.
Athens County United Appeal launches user-friendly website
By Will Hoffman | Sep. 11, 2011Earlier today, the Athens County United Appeal expanded their 2-1-1 phone service, which provides information on local welfare services to a new intuitive website.
Ohio universities to offer option to finish in 3 years
By SARA JERDE | Sep. 11, 2011By this time next year, students entering public universities in Ohio will have the opportunity to receive select bachelor’s degrees in three years.
Councilwoman Coon reflects on term
By Kelly Gifford | Sep. 10, 2011After an expeditious two-term stint as an Athens City Council member, Sherry Coon will call it quits after she wraps up her current term. Looking back on her work, one can’t help but noticed it was built around preserving Athens and keeping residents safe.
Chillicothe plays host to storytelling festival
By Shawn Rudolph | Sep. 10, 2011Locally, regionally and nationally renowned speakers shared their stories at Chillicothe’s Pump House Center for the Arts this weekend, using the spoken word to entertain crowds as large as 300.
College Republicans, Democrats assemble 3,000 flags to honor Sept. 11 victims
By Rebecca McKinsey | Sep. 10, 2011Members Ohio University’s College Republicans continued their yearly tradition of honoring 9/11 victims with a flag display, and for the first time this year, they were joined by members of College Democrats as well.
Mayoral and 3rd-Ward candidate forum dates announced
By Pat Holmes | Sep. 10, 2011What: Candidate forums
Bain leaves 'green' mark on Council
By Kelly Gifford | Sep. 8, 2011With recycling bins in every residence-hall room at Ohio University and many local businesses running on solar energy, the effect of Athens City Councilwoman Nancy Bain will be felt long after her retirement.
OU President Glidden's speech night of the attacks
Sep. 8, 2011Then-Ohio University President Robert Glidden gave the following address at a candlelight vigil held on campus the evening of Sept. 11, 2001.
McDavis: OU betters world despite tough economy
Sep. 8, 2011During yesterday’s State of the University, Ohio University President Roderick McDavis posited to about 75 faculty and staff members that, despite the economic crisis, OU has made advancements that are improving the world.
McDavis encourages reflection on Sept. 11 anniversary
By Rebecca McKinsey | Sep. 8, 2011As Ohio University and Athens prepare for the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, OU President Roderick McDavis urged students and employees to remember the millions affected by the attacks.
