Q&A: ‘Mad-regular’ rapper SavageRealm discusses the world of ‘meme rap’
By Matthew Geiger | Feb. 27, 2020Enter Nicholas Onkoba, better known by his stage name SavageRealm, who’s trying to meme his way to the top of charts.
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Three people wanted for aggravated robbery after threatening victim with pistol
By Ian McKenzie | Feb. 27, 2020All of the suspects were described as older than college age.
Play Cafe hosted by local church for kids and parents
By Taylor Burnette | Feb. 25, 2020The Play Cafe will be held at various times at Central Avenue Church Uptown location.
Moon and Wheel tarot studio offers readings, community conversations
By Abby Jeffers | Feb. 19, 2020The newly opened studio’s services include drop-in readings, longer scheduled readings and semi-weekly gatherings called Mystic Arts Salons.
Athens Middle School club establishes Andrew Jackson Davison Day
By Maya Morita | Feb. 18, 2020The Andrew Jackson Davison Club, or AJD Club, organized an event to expose the story of Davison to the Athens community and why his history was forgotten.
Spin e-scooters released for use on campus
By Maya Morita | Feb. 18, 2020The scooters can be rented for $1 per ride and $.29 per minute.
Athens County Sheriff’s Office hires school resource officer
By Kirsten Thomas | Feb. 18, 2020Deputy David Lemon will help ensure that schools in Trimble stay safe.
Some Athens County residents set to lose SNAP benefits after federal adjustment to work requirements
By George Shillcock | Feb. 12, 2020Between 350 and 400 residents of Athens County could lose SNAP benefits after the USDA institutes stricter work requirements.
Athens to get new solar panels
By Taylor Burnette | Feb. 12, 2020The new panels will supply the wastewater treatment plant with more sustainable energy.
Spectrum expands broadband access to rural Athens County
By George Shillcock | Feb. 7, 2020With the help of local and state government officials, Spectrum announced new upgrades that expand broadband access in the county.
J Bar sued for allegedly overserving alcoholic drinks to hit-and-run driver
By Ian McKenzie | Feb. 6, 2020The woman was riding her bicycle when she was struck by a man in a car who had just been at J Bar.
Housing reform discussion continues into the new year
By Emma Skidmore | Feb. 5, 2020Athens citizens are continuing to push back against slumlords.
‘The Bachelor’ fever spreads through OU, but some are unimpressed
By Maddie Bussert | Feb. 4, 2020The popular dating show seems to fall short this season, according to viewers.
Fry’d Fries hosts grand opening
By Emma Skidmore | Feb. 1, 2020Students lined up for craft fries on Court Street at the brand new restaurant during its opening.
Dustin Lynch with guest Travis Denning bring country music to Athens
By Sophia Englehart | Jan. 30, 2020The concert will take place at the Templeton-Blackburn Auditorium at 8:00 p.m.
Gourmand Gruenberg: A worldly wine for a local fish
By Noah Gruenberg | Jan. 28, 2020There are a boatload of places in Ohio that provide fresh fish that often go overlooked.
Discussion continues over Baileys Trail funding
By Emma Skidmore | Jan. 28, 2020City Council members and County Commissioners are working to sort out funding for Baileys Trail.
City council members work with the Athens 2020 budget
By Emma Skidmore | Jan. 23, 2020Members of city council finalized a 2020 budget late last year and spoke about coming changes.
Athens’ non-union employees may now receive paid parental leave
By Kirsten Thomas | Jan. 23, 2020Individuals can also donate their extra sick days to those taking parental leave.
SATB uses talent and passion to support local charities
By Taylor Burnette | Jan. 22, 2020Their next performance will support PRISM, a program for LGBT youth.
