OU, local government collaborate for students’ safety for Halloween Weekend
By Paige Fisher | Oct. 15, 2023Ohio University and the city of Athens collaborate to ensure the safety of all students during Halloween festivities.
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Efforts to make Alexander Elementary School’s playground inclusive
By Harshita Singhania | Oct. 11, 2023Annah Korpi and Lisa Wigal have children with physical and disabilities so they got the idea to renovate the playground when they noticed many challenging aspects of the playground that made it difficult for children with disabilities to play.
City Council discusses bar overcrowding
By Payton Daugherty | Oct. 9, 2023Athens City Council met in committees Monday to discuss an ordinance concerning the punishment for fire safety violations for bar owners in Athens.
AFD new fire department can decrease response time for students
By Sydney Myers | Oct. 9, 2023Construction for the headquarters is underway at 120 E. Stimson Ave. Rymer said the funding for this project comes from an increase in the Athens income tax from 1.85% to 1.95%.
Police Blotter: Intoxicated man found at Piggly Wiggly, motorcycle crash into cornfield
By Kendall Wright | Oct. 4, 2023A man on a motorcycle led officers on a pursuit through multiple yards and into a cornfield.
Patterson declines Krane’s on-campus debate proposal
By Harshita Singhania | Oct. 3, 2023Patterson participated in a debate against Krane on campus in 2019, which was held by OU’s Student Senate. This time, he will only participate in the candidate forum at the Athens Community Center, which is hosted by the League of Women Voters.
Vermin Supreme screeches outside Athens courthouse
By Donovan Hunt | Oct. 1, 2023Vermin Supreme’s speeches consist mostly of nonsense and so do his outfits; he explained how he will create a pony-based economy for the citizens of Athens Friday.
New voter ID law could affect out-of-state students
By Avery St. George | Oct. 1, 2023House Bill 458, which was passed earlier this year, limits the eligible documents required to vote. Ohio University out-of-state residents will be required to obtain an interim Ohio ID to be able to vote in Ohio.
BSU holds silent march in honor of Ta’Kiya Young
By Payton Daugherty | Sep. 28, 2023Ohio University’s Black Student Union, or BSU, met in Baker Center on Thursday to host Time for Change, a silent march in solidarity of Ta’Kiya Young.
Is Snag the new DoorDash?
By Suzanne Piper | Sep. 27, 2023New delivery service, SNAG, gains attention across campus
Police Blotter: Car crashes into Bromley, multiple counts of fraud
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 27, 2023A student was charged with disorderly conduct by intoxication… and being annoying.
White House discusses student loan forgiveness, climate change
By Suzanne Piper and Payton Daugherty | Sep. 25, 2023The White House held a press briefing on Monday to discuss President Joe Biden and his administration’s updates on student loan forgiveness, climate change and mental health.
Students drive revenue growth for ORYZA Asian Grill
By Ryan Maxin | Sep. 21, 2023ORYZA Asian Grill opened in mid-May and struggled to make revenue without students; however, since welcoming students back on campus in August, sales have been increasing for the third Asian cuisine restaurant along Court Street.
Two ambulances requested, juvenile problems
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 20, 2023Many reports were filed regarding minors fighting and causing issues.
OU, local police confident in abilities in case of an aggressor
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 20, 2023Local law enforcement and staff have many methods of being prepared in the circumstance of an active shooter.
Park’s Place expands from Amesville to Court St.
By Suzanne Piper | Sep. 13, 2023Park’s Place is a casual dining establishment that offers late-night to-go and sit-down meals. Its owner Josh Vernon, said he decided to expand the restaurant out of Amesville and open doors to Ohio University students and Athens residents.
Police Blotter: Tree damages car on campus, injured dogs and deer
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 13, 2023In Parking Lot 53, a car had been damaged by a large tree branch.
Police Blotter: Vehicles vandalized, suspicious camera found on property
By Kendall Wright | Sep. 6, 2023A woman reported that two of her vehicles had vulgar words spray-painted on them.
The battle for the perfect parking spot
By Bianca Grim | Aug. 31, 2023In the midst of being surrounded by boutiques, lively cafes, restaurants, shops and a diverse range of entertainment lies a vibrant atmosphere with a challenge that resonates and tests the patience of many residents and visitors: the troubles of parking on Court Street.
Newfound partnership between Athens and Ostroh
By Paige Fisher | Aug. 30, 2023Mayor Steve Patterson said the program is set up to bring cities in the U.S. and Ukraine together to exchange governmental ideas, how administration and how city council operates.
