City to restart enforcement of 24-hour parking rule
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 15, 2020People with cars parked on the street will have to move them every 24 hours.
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Jitterbug Club maintains dance lessons through online format
By Lauren Serge | Sep. 14, 2020The club has transitioned to an online format, which combines both social hours and instructional lessons for members to follow.
Local plant nurseries share what benefits plants have
By Erin Gardner | Sep. 13, 2020White’s Mill, Hyacinth Bean Florist and Greenleaf Landscapes all agree that plants can help with mental health.
Athens movie theaters stay afloat during COVID-19
By Hannah Burkhart | Sep. 13, 2020Movie theaters in Athens are doing everything to stay in business amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Coronavirus: Rise in cases continues as 53 OU students test positive
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 13, 2020COVID cases continue to rise in Athens County.
OU tutoring services offer virtual help for students
By Keri Johnson | Sep. 11, 2020A virtual learning environment hasn’t stopped OU tutoring services.
PAW instructors adapt classes to online format
By Sophia Englehart | Sep. 10, 2020PAW classes are becoming a staple opportunity for a virtual alternative.
Brenen’s closes after 2 employees test positive for COVID-19
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 10, 2020The cafe has been in contact with the health department for guidance.
City of Athens keeps composting through city-wide program
By Taylor Burnette | Sep. 9, 2020Approximately 1,500 households use the city’s composting services.
Dr. May’s Thai Kitchen offers authentic Thai cuisine
By Lily Roby | Sep. 9, 2020Dr. May is taking COVID-19 precautions very seriously.
Artkinglot Pop-Up Sale comes to west side with jewelry, plants
By Keri Johnson | Sep. 9, 2020Vendors like Cricket Jones and Seeds & Things will be at the sale.
Weekender Briefs: Take a yoga class, participate in Shabbat
By Erin Gardner | Sep. 9, 2020From OHIO entertainment to spinal yoga classes.
Here's a look at how Athens County compares to the state in COVID-19 numbers
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 9, 2020There were ten new cases reported on Wednesday alone.
Blotter: Police make arrest at Baker for intoxication; officers sent for a stolen Amazon package
By Grant Ritchey | Sep. 9, 2020OUPD was sent to Baker after a report of a man being intoxicated outside of Baker Center.
Incoming freshmen defer, take courses elsewhere
By Keri Johnson | Sep. 7, 2020Some freshmen have deferred to spring or next fall; others are taking classes at community colleges.
Coronavirus: 24 cases reported in Athens County during last week
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 6, 2020This is the largest number of cases reported in a week since mid-July.
OU main, regional campuses compare COVID-19 adaptations
By Erin Gardner | Sep. 2, 2020There are slight differences between the main campus and regional campus, however both require the same preventive measures.
Athens Chamber annual golf benefit to get businesses “Back in the Saddle”
By Hannah Burkhart | Sep. 2, 2020Athens Area Chamber of Commerce and Athens Country Club are hosting the event.
Marching 110 virtually plays on
By Lily Roby | Sep. 2, 2020The ‘Most Exciting Band in the Land’ is performing virtually.
Weekender Briefs: Paint at the Dairy Barn, take a yoga class
By Taylor Burnette | Sep. 2, 2020From painting to yoga. Don’t miss this weeks events!
