Trump sworn in for second, non-consecutive term
By Finn Smith | Jan. 21, 2025Donald Trump has officially been sworn back into the office of presidency for a second term Monday.
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An economist’s perspective on Trump’s tariffs
By Suzanne Piper | Jan. 14, 2025If Trump increases tariffs, as planned, businesses will pay for imported goods and consumer costs will increase
Advocates prepare for future threats to reproductive healthcare
By McKenna Christy | Jan. 13, 2025As President-elect Donald Trump is set to be inaugurated Jan. 20, some reproductive justice advocates and students in Ohio are concerned about the possibility of future restrictions on reproductive health care and abortion.
Athens City Council discusses income tax increase Monday night
By Maggie Allwein | Dec. 17, 2024Athens City Council passes ordinance to put general city income tax on Primary ballot, community members push back in light of recent misappropriation of funds. The council meeting extended to almost two hours, with disagreements over a .3% increase.
HB 475 would prohibit local governments from funding abortion access
By McKenna Christy | Dec. 4, 2024Ohio House Bill 475 was proposed in April and seeks to prohibit state funds from being used to assist in people’s access to abortion.
Inside Ohio campaign spending, what happens to leftover funds
By Avery St. George | Dec. 3, 2024Political campaigns are required to keep track of all contributions and expenses during the election and this information must be made public record to ensure fairness.
SB 104 signed, students worry over safety concerns
By Drew Hoffmaster | Dec. 3, 2024Gov. Mike Dewine signed Ohio Senate Bill 104 into law, concerning Ohio University students. The bill updated Ohio’s College Credit Plus program to increase awareness of the program and allowed for seventh to 12th grade students to enroll.
Students, Athens residents steady themselves for second Trump presidency
By Jackson McCoy | Nov. 22, 2024With just under two months left until Donald Trump is sworn in as the 47th president of the U.S., students and locals are preparing for uncertainty.
Student Senate hosts speakers at town hall
By Elizabeth Talaga | Nov. 14, 2024Senate held a town hall Wednesday evening with updates from the Dean of Students, Athens Fire Department, Ohio University Housing and Residence Life, Senate Appropriations Committee and Senate President Dan Gordillo.
Incumbent County Commissioner Charlie Adkins defeats Independent Jon Rose
By Andersen Beck | Nov. 6, 2024Charlie Adkins, the Incumbent County Commissioner of Athens retained his office and beat Independent candidate Jon Rose, winning by 63.6%.
Bernie Moreno wins Ohio Senate seat
By Elizabeth Talaga | Nov. 5, 2024Bernie Moreno wins Senate race, defeating Incumbent Sherrod Brown.
Republican Don Jones re-elected as state representative for 95th district
By Zoe Weyand | Nov. 5, 2024Although Athens County favored Micah McCarey for state representative for the 95th district, Republican candidate Don Jones won the district overall.
Ohio voters reject Issue 1, block gerrymandering reform
By Drew Hoffmaster | Nov. 5, 2024Issue 1, banning gerrymandering and holding more redistricting accountability, did not pass in Ohio despite bipartisan support.
Athens Levy 17 passes, supports local library services
By Bianca Grim | Nov. 5, 2024Levy 17 passes in Athens County, supporting library services needing funding after cuts
Levies 19, 20, 21, 22 renewed
By Drew Hoffmaster | Nov. 5, 2024Athens County’s levies 19, 20, 21 and 22, support medical treatment and vehicles, senior citizen facilities and children’s services, passed for renewal.
Issue to abolish city charter left off Nelsonville ballots
By Maggie Amacher | Nov. 5, 2024Issue 23 was left off paper ballots, affecting 90 voters who already cast their ballots.
Federal Hocking Local superintendent determined to raise grades, spirits
By Jack Solon | Nov. 5, 2024The Ohio State Report Card releases, placing Federal Hocking Local at the bottom of Athens’ school districts. The district’s new superintendent, Jason Spencer, wants to do something about it.
Athens Disability Commission plans to sue the city
By Zoe Weyand | Nov. 4, 2024Due to a lack of progress in making Athens more accessible, the Athens Disability Commission has decided the next step is to sue the city.
Union Street Market works to sell liquor Sundays
By Tessa Searcy | Oct. 29, 2024If approved by Ward 3 Precinct 1 voters on election day, Union Street Market will be able to serve its community with hard liquor, beer and wine all week long.
Possible end of gerrymandering in Ohio lies within Issue 1
By Suzanne Piper | Oct. 29, 2024According to Citizens Not Politicians, Ohio is among the 10 most Gerrymandered states. Issue 1 could put an end to that statistic.
