Swing State of Mind: Hazing in Ohio
George and Mikayla walk through the events of the last year surrounding hazing at Ohio University and ...
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At-Large race results in entirely Democratic City Council
Beth Clodfelter will replace Patrick McGee.
Swing State of Mind: Hazing in Ohio
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George and Mikayla walk through the events of the last year surrounding hazing at Ohio University and discuss recent efforts at the state and federal level to address it.
Voter turnout plummets to lowest point in recent years during 2019 election
Only 25.79% of voters in Athens County showed up at the polls last week.
Swing State of Mind: 2019 general election results
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The 2019 general election is over, and Swing State of Mind has the results and analysis on the results and voter turnout numbers.
Levy to support services for low-income seniors passes
A levy that serves to renew support for a program that delivers free meals to low-income senior citizens passed on Tuesday.
Independent candidates influence city government despite not holding office
Independent candidates Krane, Hamrick and Monday plan to continue their activism to influence city government.
Mayor Steve Patterson wins reelection by a large margin
Incumbent Democratic Mayor survives a challenge from the left in election with over 75% of the vote.
At-Large race results in entirely Democratic City Council
Beth Clodfelter will replace Patrick McGee.
The renewal of the tuberculosis levy passes
The levy provides funding for tuberculosis medication free of charge.
Breakdown of mayoral candidates campaign finances
Both candidates raised about the same amount of money, but Krane spent the majority of his funds while Patterson spent only half.
Athens City Council has become a one-party government
Groupthink might now occur if different opinions aren’t considered.
LGBT+ voters face barriers in and out of the voting booth
Issues like housing are a problem across the nation and in Athens.
Arian Smedley to represent west side issues and making citizens feel heard
After winning the Athens City Council 1st Ward primary, Arian Smedley plans to focus on safety with her background as a long-time west side resident.
Kent Butler to retire after over a decade of service on Athens City Council
The councilman mainly ran because of the encouragement from his neighborhood.
Supreme Court turn to cases of LGBTQ+ discrimination
The Supreme Court of the United States was presented with arguments regarding workplace discrimination against LGBTQ+ people.
City Council: Baileys Trail vote delayed
City Council voted in favor of tabling the discussion on city funding for Baileys Trail.
