Breakdown of mayoral candidates campaign finances
By George Shillcock | Nov. 6, 2019Both candidates raised about the same amount of money, but Krane spent the majority of his funds while Patterson spent only half.
POLITICS
Health department levy passes
By Maddie Bussert | Nov. 6, 2019Over 67% of residents voted in favor for the levy.
Athens City Council has become a one-party government
By Maddie Bussert | Nov. 6, 2019Groupthink might now occur if different opinions aren’t considered.
LGBT+ voters face barriers in and out of the voting booth
By Abby Miller | Nov. 6, 2019Issues like housing are a problem across the nation and in Athens.
Arian Smedley to represent west side issues and making citizens feel heard
By Emma Skidmore | Nov. 5, 2019After 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
By Vinny Ramundo | Nov. 5, 2019The councilman mainly ran because of the encouragement from his neighborhood.
Supreme Court turn to cases of LGBTQ+ discrimination
By Jack Hiltner | Nov. 5, 2019The Supreme Court of the United States was presented with arguments regarding workplace discrimination against LGBTQ+ people.
City Council: Baileys Trail vote delayed
By Vinny Ramundo | Nov. 5, 2019City Council voted in favor of tabling the discussion on city funding for Baileys Trail.
Student political groups prepare for upcoming elections
By Kirsten Thomas | Nov. 3, 2019OUCD and OUCR are preparing for the current 2019 local elections and 2020 elections.
'Swing State of Mind,' Part 2: Athens City Council challenger candidates
By George Shillcock and Mikayla Rochelle | Nov. 3, 2019Part two of two episodes featuring Chris Monday, Beth Clodfelter and Ellie Hamrick on why you should vote for them for Athens City Council.
Swing State of Mind: Part 1: Athens City Council Incumbent Candidates
By George Shillcock and Mikayla Rochelle | Oct. 31, 2019Part 1 of 2 episodes featuring Peter Kotses, Sarah Grace and Patrick McGee on why you should vote for them for Athens City Council.
City Council: Commission on Disabilities provides update on Casa, parking changes to be proposed
By Vinny Ramundo | Oct. 28, 2019The Commission on Disabilities plans to continue working with local businesses to increase accessibility for all.
Swing State of Mind: The 4th Democratic Primary Debate
By George Shillcock and Mikayla Rochelle | Oct. 24, 2019George and Mikayla breakdown their reactions and coverage of the 4th Democratic Debate on Tuesday.
Mayor Patterson secures endorsement from US Sen. Sherrod Brown
By George Shillcock | Oct. 20, 2019Patterson received a “canary candidate” endorsement from Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown.
The Postcast: October 17, 2019
By George Shillcock , Ian McKenzie , Abby Miller and Nolan Simmons | Oct. 17, 2019The Post news editors recap the week in news.
Democratic candidates take aim at Trump and Warren during presidential primary debate in Ohio
By George Shillcock | Oct. 16, 2019The impeachment inquiry and Elizabeth Warren’s emerging status as a front-runner became an early focus of the Democratic primary debate at Otterbein University.
City Council: Debate continues over Baileys Trail, short term rentals
By Vinny Ramundo | Oct. 15, 2019Baileys Trail is expected to bring an increase in tourism to Athens.
City Council: Parking garage elevators remain inoperable; grants awarded for street improvements
By Vinny Ramundo | Oct. 7, 2019The city is continuing work to fix the garage elevators.
TV Review: ‘The Politician’ is a messy masterpiece that beautifully shows off Ben Platt’s acting range
By Riley Runnells | Oct. 2, 2019Ryan Murphy and Brad Falchuk create another problematic but great show.
Swing State of Mind: Climate change, candidates and the League of Cities
By George Shillcock and Mikayla Rochelle | Sep. 26, 2019George Shillcock and Mikayla Rochelle discuss the local climate strike that took place on Friday, the Athens Mayoral candidate forum and Mayor Patterson’s recent trip to Washington D.C. with the League of Cities.
