HUMAN INTEREST
OU Bobcats prepare for graduation, saying goodbye
By Fiona Petticrew | 12:00amFriday and Saturday, graduates are receiving their diplomas and enjoying Athens for the final time.
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HUMAN INTEREST
Alumni Association supports connection through events, networking
By Fiona Petticrew | Apr. 30The Alumni Association is meant for alumni to connect with fellow Bobcats and keep up to date with events and activities on campus and throughout Ohio.
HUMAN INTEREST
OU students organize 'Baileys in Motion' celebration
By Fiona Petticrew | Apr. 28Students from an Ohio University class taught by Brittany Peterson worked throughout the semester to plan an event supporting the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia.
HUMAN INTEREST
Open skate, beer at Devil’s Kettle Skate Jam
By Fiona Petticrew | Apr. 24Devil’s Kettle Skate Jam is the time for skaters to show off their skills and connect with like-minded people. Donations from the jam go directly to repairing and upgrading the Athens Skate Park.
HUMAN INTEREST
Hei Hei Kimchi values local farmers, kimchi lovers
By Fiona Petticrew | Apr. 21Hei Hei Kimchi started business in 2024 and values the hard work and taste of local ingredients and produce. Irene Chin, the founder, adapted the kimchi recipe from her aunt.
HUMAN INTEREST
Landing Dispensary chain opens location in Athens
By Fiona Petticrew | Apr. 21The Landing Dispensary Athens location opened one month ago with a drive-thru and daily discounts.
HUMAN INTEREST
Athens’ locals commemorate 4/20, dispensaries offer deals
By Fiona Petticrew | Apr. 204/20 shares a “murky” history according to AP News, but dispensaries in Athens are offering many deals and locals are celebrating the day.
HUMAN INTEREST
“Urinetown” musical discusses social justice through comedy
By Fiona Petticrew | Apr. 16The Lost Flamingo Theatre Company will be showing its production of “Urinetown” Friday through Sunday, inviting audiences to arrive with an open mind and enjoy the production.
HUMAN INTEREST
53rd annual AIFVF tells diverse stories
By Fiona Petticrew | Apr. 15The 53rd International Athens Film and Video Festival supports and encourages the work of independent filmmakers all around the world. Directors Beth Stephens and Annie Sprinkle discuss their film “Playing with Fire,” and what it means to them.
NEWS
Affordable Housing Commission surveys housing conditions
By Fiona Petticrew | Apr. 14The Affordable Housing Commission and Athens City Council are concerned with the rental conditions Athens residents endure. The Rental Inspection Process Subcommittee was created to analyze these conditions and make recommendations to improve inspection standards and housing conditions.
