City Council: Water bill increases, cemetery revenue discussed
Sewage rates would increase by 4%, and water rates would increase by 3%.
Uncle Sam: Reflecting on a more equitable Thanksgiving
The celebration of Thanksgiving is rooted in the exploitation and oppression of Native Americans. To ...
Honest Adonis: Police Officers shouldn’t facilitate Proud Boys riots
Police officers have radically different responses dependent on who’s protesting. This is a failure ...
Campbell’s Corner: Political arguments should not divide families during Thanksgiving
Here’s your guide to surviving arguments during the holiday.
City Council: Water bill increases, cemetery revenue discussed
Sewage rates would increase by 4%, and water rates would increase by 3%.
Uncle Sam: Reflecting on a more equitable Thanksgiving
The celebration of Thanksgiving is rooted in the exploitation and oppression of Native Americans. To mitigate that, we need to change how we approach the holiday.
Honest Adonis: Police Officers shouldn’t facilitate Proud Boys riots
Police officers have radically different responses dependent on who’s protesting. This is a failure of the system and profoundly un-American.
City Council: Affordable housing discussed for low-income families, Fringe Benefits for non-union workers
Joseph McCabe proposes a housing development on Luhrig Road for low-income families.
Athens City Council may return to in-person meetings this December
Athens City Council may have to move back to in-person meetings if the state does not extend legislation.
Athens County voter turnout less than 2016 election
Ohio University students missing from campus means a large portion of votes are missing from Athens
Coronavirus: State of Ohio reinstating mask mandate; Universities could be virtual next semester if trend continues
A decision about restaurants, bars and gyms will be made Nov. 19.
The 2020 Elections in Athens, Visualized
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the landscape of Athens County voting, with a huge decline in the number of votes cast in the 2020 Election.
Bennett's Ballot: Twitter is a battleground of post-election information
Twitter may have helped create a misinformation crisis, but the app is also combatting it following the election.
As election excitement wraps up, political groups in Athens look ahead to future local races
Midterm elections and political outreach are among top priorities for campus political groups.
City Council urges Ohio Lawmakers to allow continuance of remote council meetings
Council discussed passing an ordinance that encourages the Ohio Legislature to allow for remote meetings to continue past Dec 1.
How the national conversation around birth control affects OU students
Students should check if their insurance currently covers contraception and will continue to cover it.
Democratic State Rep. candidate Katie O’Neill alleges election fraud following reports of signs in voter booths saying votes for her would not be counted
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Katie O’Neill said on Facebook her campaign received reports from voters who said they saw signs in voting booths saying that votes for her would not be counted.
In polarizing times, political differences are deal breakers for many young people
For many young people, political compatibility makes or breaks relationships.
Candidates for the Ohio 15th Congressional District face off in virtual debate
Rep. Steve Stivers touted his record in Congress while Joel Newby continually said Stivers did not work for his constituents.
Community forum hosts candidates for open Athens County Commissioner position
Democratic incumbent Charlie Adkins and his independent opponent Bill Hayes.
Early voting is a popular choice this year among students, citizens in Athens
Early voting numbers have increased significantly from the last presidential election, no doubt due to COVID-19.
Bennett’s Ballot: Superhero movies are just another source of politics
Next time you watch a superhero movie, make sure to watch for the underlying policical themes and propaganda.
