Weekender Briefs: Join OU Hillel for virtual Shabbat, submit artwork to Women of Appalachia
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 11, 2020Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this November weekend.
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The 2020 Elections in Athens, Visualized
By Matthew Geiger | Nov. 10, 2020The 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.
As election excitement wraps up, political groups in Athens look ahead to future local races
By Ryan Maxin | Nov. 9, 2020Midterm elections and political outreach are among top priorities for campus political groups.
City Council urges Ohio Lawmakers to allow continuance of remote council meetings
By Kyra Leckrone | Nov. 9, 2020Council discussed passing an ordinance that encourages the Ohio Legislature to allow for remote meetings to continue past Dec 1.
Students discuss OU’s online engagement attempts
By Colleen McLafferty | Nov. 9, 2020Students weigh in on the successes and failures of socializing this semester.
Mental Health Monday: How COVID-19 diagnoses impacted mental health
By Abby Brown | Nov. 8, 2020Here’s a look at how people have mentally dealt with getting COVID-19.
Coronavirus: 53 cases reported last week; OU sees 5.2% positivity rate in asymptomatic testing
By Ian McKenzie | Nov. 8, 2020There are now four total deaths from COVID-19 in Athens County.
The North End to soon be a welcomed addition to Court Street
By Ryan Maxin | Nov. 8, 2020The opening of The North End is highly anticipated among students and diners.
Coronavirus: 2 new COVID-19 related deaths reported in Athens County
By Ian McKenzie | Nov. 6, 2020These are the first deaths reported in the county since August.
Fewer students on campus temporarily reduces OU’s environmental impact
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 5, 2020A look at how Ohio University’s environmental impact has changed due to the pandemic.
Student Senate: President Nellis says university is uncertain how to operate during possible Spring COVID-19 spike
By Ryan Maxin | Nov. 4, 2020Several resolutions to appoint new members were also passed.
Police Blotter: “Creepy Joe” sign gets stolen; poaching season begins
By Grant Ritchey | Nov. 4, 2020A political sign that read “Say no to creepy Joe” was stolen from a residence’s property.
Weekender Briefs: Learn about speleology, support Athens County Child Advocacy Center
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 4, 2020Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this weekend.
Athena Cinema hosts Sustainability Film Series virtually
By Lily Roby | Nov. 4, 2020The series is hosted by the Athena Cinema, University Libraries and the Environmental Studies Program.
Brick City Records to host third Baker’s Dozen event
By Lily Roby | Nov. 3, 2020The third installment of the Baker’s Dozen livestreams will showcase three of Brick City’s newly signed artists.
Political signs have been more effective this election cycle, but also more controversial
By Bekah Bostick | Nov. 3, 2020Athens County headquarters for both parties have seen a high demand for political signs over the course of the election.
Authors @ Alden continues series virtually with J.W. Smith
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 2, 2020J.W. Smith shares his story and talks about his new book at Authors @ Alden.
City Council: Impound lots allowed to exist outside of city limits, 24-hour parking rule to be suspended
By Kyra Leckrone | Nov. 2, 2020Impound lots are currently required to exist within city limits, an ordinance passed by Council Monday will allow this lots to exist 5 miles outside of city limits.
Q&A: Purple Chopstix’s Gabe Fisher talks about the restaurant in the age of COVID-19
By Erin Gardner | Nov. 2, 2020Fisher owns the restaurant with his wife, Aysha.
5 things to know for in-person voting on election day: polling locations, what to bring
By Juliana Colant | Nov. 1, 2020Where to go and what you need for voting in-person.
