City Council: Hiring of new Arts, Park and Recreation director approved
By Kate Anderson | Oct. 4, 2021Council also asked citizens to be vigilant and help stop the rise of graffiti in the city of Athens.
POLITICS
OU Student Senate hosts town hall with Athens City Council candidates
By Sophia Young | Oct. 1, 2021The event included independent At-large candidates Damon Krane and Iris Virjee.
Student Senate: Body discusses OU’s Make Respect Visible campaign
By Paige Fisher | Oct. 1, 2021Senate also discussed the university’s mandated anti-hazing education modules.
Congressional candidate Mike Carey speaks at Athens County Republicans dinner
By Anna Millar | Oct. 1, 2021The dinner was held at Shade Community Center, where Carey addressed his policies and motivated voters.
OU’s Voinovich School organizes database used in Ohio’s redistricting
By Anna Millar | Sep. 30, 2021Ohio’s current process of redistricting has stirred up some controversy regarding constitutionality.
City Council: Body discusses $361,000 project, other funds allocated
By Anna Millar | Sep. 27, 2021Council also discussed appropriating $90,000 in membership dues to the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia.
Congressional candidate Allison Russo visits Athens, OU
By Anna Millar | Sep. 26, 2021Allison Russo, congressional candidate for Ohio’s 15th district special election, spoke to labor leaders and college students in Athens on Sunday.
Noah’s Ark: Ohio University needs to make space for valid contrarian opinions
By Noah Wright | Sep. 24, 2021Ohio University should follow the lead of the George Washington Forum and invite more speakers like Josh Rogin to campus.
City Council: Athens Mayor Steve Patterson proclaims Sept. 20 start of National Clean Energy Week in Athens
By Kate Anderson | Sep. 20, 2021Athens City Council also discussed a new medical marijuana dispensary in the city.
Student Senate: Body votes in favor of bill to support university vaccine requirements
By Sophia Young | Sep. 16, 2021Senate also heard from Athens County Treasurer Ric Wasserman.
Ohio colleges, universities gather COVID-19 vaccine data
By Abby Neff | Sep. 15, 2021Ohio institutions keep track of vaccine rates through dashboards, surveys and some not at all.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine, Ohio Children’s Hospital Association urge K–12 schools to require masks
By Molly Wilson | Sep. 15, 2021DeWine said a statewide mask mandate for K–12 schools is not possible, as the Ohio legislature would strike down such a mandate.
City Council: New vehicle contracts, Halloween plans discussed
By Anna Millar | Sep. 13, 2021Service Safety Director Andrew Stone recommended waiting until closer to Oct. 1 to make a final decision regarding the allowance of Halloween festivities.
Campbell’s Corner: FX 'Impeachment' demonstrates continued abuse of power
By Hannah Campbell | Sep. 9, 2021While watching the series, I saw that the same patterns by politicians have not changed, but the reaction of the public has greatly.
Student Senate: Body appoints Black affairs, environmental affairs commissioner
By Sophia Young | Sep. 9, 2021Senators also urged members to invite people to join Senate.
City Council: Body discusses possible funds for conceptual design of new firehouse
By Ryan Maxin | Sep. 8, 2021Council also made several appropriations during the Finance and Personnel committee meeting.
Here’s the Tea: The Texas abortion law is setting a dangerous precedent
By Iana Fields | Sep. 7, 2021The failure of the Supreme Court to protect women’s rights proves the U.S. is moving in the wrong direction when it comes to equality.
Congressman Tim Ryan visits Athens as part of Workers First Tour
By Sophia Young | Aug. 26, 2021Tim Ryan visited with local residents and community leaders to affirm commitment to economic advancement in Appalachia.
Pfizer receives full FDA approval, OU yet to discuss next steps
By Molly Wilson | Aug. 23, 2021The Pfizer vaccine has only been granted full approval for people 16 years and older.
What you missed in Athens politics this summer
By Abby Miller | Aug. 23, 2021From elections to face covering updates, here’s what you may have missed in Athens politics.
