NEWS BLOGS
State senate releases revisions for proposed Kasich budget
By Pamela Engel | May 31, 2011The Ohio Senate released a version of its budget bill yesterday, detailing amendments it has made to Gov. John Kasich’s biennial operating budget.
Columbus man pleads guilty to drug trafficking
By Marika Lee | May 31, 2011After being arrested for selling cocaine in May, a Columbus man took a plea agreement this past Thursday, cutting his potential jail sentence in half.
Deans join more than 160 OU employees taking buyouts
By Caitlin Bowling | May 31, 2011More than 160 Ohio University employees have accepted a buyout thus far, including two departing deans.
Athens man arraigned for Dollar General robbery
By Marika Lee | May 31, 2011An Athens man charged with robbery after shoplifting from Dollar General this weekend was arraigned in the Athens County Municipal Court yesterday.
Ford F-150 reported stolen from West State Street yesterday morning
By Ryan Clark | May 31, 2011A pick-up truck was reported stolen outside an Athens residence yesterday morning after the keys were left inside.
'Crucial' drive targets type O blood
By Rebecca McKinsey | May 30, 2011This week, a blood drive will target Ohio University students with type O blood — the students who officials say can best help during emergency and trauma health situations.
Hocking president might be removed
By Pat Holmes | May 30, 2011Despite receiving support from the Hocking College Board of Trustees during last June’s meeting, College President Ron Erickson is facing possible removal from his position just one year later.
West Virginia man arrested for rape
By Marika Lee | May 30, 2011After a warrant was issued for Jimmy P. Haddox’s arrest last week for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl, police arrested Haddox early Friday morning in West Virginia.
Last sustainability director finalist would reach out to entire campus
By Rebecca McKinsey | May 30, 2011The third finalist for Ohio University’s director of sustainability position said her approach would target all students — even those who say they couldn’t care less about sustainability.
Twitter becomes an academic tool
By Tristan Navera | May 30, 2011Students on Twitter are paying more attention in class even as their peers with laptops lag behind, recent studies have found.
Thefts accumulate over long weekend
By Alex Stuckey | May 30, 2011While Athens residents and Ohio University students enjoyed an extended weekend, Athens Police officers responded to six thefts.
Police look into 2 possible arsons
By Alex Stuckey | May 29, 2011Athens Police officers are investigating two possible arsons that occurred early yesterday morning at separate BP gas stations.
Athens man arrested and charged with strong armed robbery
By Alex Stuckey | May 28, 2011An Athens man was arrested and charged with strong armed robbery after punching a Dollar General clerk.
Sen. Stewart recalls time in office after resignation
By Alex Stuckey | May 26, 2011COLUMBUS — Cruising down the highway in his maroon four-door, each mile bringing the car closer to 542,000 miles, Ohio Sen. Jimmy Stewart (R-20th) reflected back on his nearly 14 years in public office.
Accused rapist arrested in West Virginia
By Marika Lee | May 26, 2011A 33-year-old man accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in Hockingport, Ohio was arrested early this morning by police in West Virginia.
Coolville girl reports sexual assault, rape
By Ryan Clark | May 26, 2011A 13-year-old Coolville girl reported that a 33-year-old male sexually assaulted her Wednesday night in Hockingport, Ohio.
Graduate Student Senate: Candidates revisit campaign plans
By Alex Felser | May 26, 2011Ohio University Graduate Student Senate presidential candidates said they focused less on money and more on in-person campaigning this year.
Student Senate: Investigation of FACE financing continues
By Joe Fox | May 26, 2011Student Senate’s Board of Elections has given the FACE ticket until June 3 to provide additional information regarding its campaign finance report.
