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Fire truck, paid for partially with OU money, recalled before fire

By Joshua Jamerson | Nov. 20, 2014

The fire ladder Ohio University helped pay for wasn’t used in the Union Street fire, but probably wouldn’t have helped extinguishing efforts.

Looking back at Jackie O’s fast expansion and where it wants to go in the future

By Sophie Kruse | Nov. 20, 2014

Jackie O’s Pub & Brewery took less damage than some of the businesses uptown, but despite setbacks, it looks to continue expansion.

Smoke Zone vows to rebuild after fire

By EMILY BOHATCH | Nov. 20, 2014

After starting the business three years ago, Jac Cooper vows to rebuild the Smoke Zone after losing it to the Union Street fires.

Owners of Kismet said loss of new store is heartbreaking

By Emma Ockerman | Nov. 20, 2014

The State of Ohio Fire Marshal declared the fire, which damaged five buildings including Kismet, started in the rear of 16 W. Union St.

It was the people, not the walls, that made The Union so special

By ELIZABETH BACKO | Nov. 20, 2014

Musicians and Union owner Eric Gunn share stories of the historic space

PostOral: BedPost columnists discuss an appropriate age range for sex

Nov. 20, 2014

Editor's Note: Some language may be offensive to listeners.

Volleyball: Bobcats take home MAC's top honors

By Andy Kovar | Nov. 20, 2014

Many Bobcats received All-MAC honors Thursday.

Variety of benefit efforts held for those affected by Union Street fire

By Sean Wolfe | Nov. 19, 2014

Texas RoadhouseMondayTexas Roadhouse,996 E. Sate St.Texas Roadhouse will be donating 10% of all food sales on Monday, November 24 to the victims of the fire.Rise of the Phoenix6 p.m. Thursday, December 18Casa Nueva, 6 W. State St.Hil Hackworth, a local performer in the group DysFunktional Family, is organizing a benefit show that is looking to expand after more than 800 people RSVP’d to the event on Facebook. More details coming soon.William the AccountantSaturdayCasa Nueva,6 W. State St.At William the Accountant’s album release show, all proceeds from album sales as well as the band’s cut of the cover will be donated to the Rise of the Phoenix donation pool.Pete Shoonerhttp://www.gofundme.com/hddgh4A GoFundMe page has been created to help employees of Union Street businesses recover. The goal has been raised from $20,000 to $40,000, and gained more than $30,000 for Union Street employees already.Tiffany Chapmanhttp://www.gofundme.com/hdi2xsOnce the $500 dollar goal is reached, the donations from this GoFundMe campaign will be donated directly to the owners of The Union. Any further donations after the goal is reached will be donated on a bi-weekly basis.Hip-Hop Shop10 p.m., ThursdayTheta Chi Fraternity House, 117 E. State St.At the next Hip-Hop Shop, which used to take place at the Union Bar & Grill, admission is free but donations will be collected.Number Fest ThursdayFor one day donating all proceeds of ticket sales for 13Fest, visit www.thenumberfest.com/2013-tickets/HomagEThursdayAll proceeds from Homage Ohio University apparel sales on Thursday will be donated to The Ohio Parents and Family Endowment and the Union Street Employee Relief Fund. Items can be bought at Homage retail stores & online at homage.comBurrito BuggyBegan WednesdayThe Burrito Buggy will be donating $0.50 for each burrito sold and $1 for each T-Shirt sold. Sales made from shopathensohio.com will generate $2 in donations.A Capella Benefit Show9:30 p.m., FridayIntersection of Court & Union StreetTitle IX, an all female group auditioned out of the Ohio Women’s Ensemble; Leading Tones, an all-male group; New Chords on the Block, OHIO’s only co-ed A Cappella group; and Tempo Tantrums, an all-female group, will perform on the intersection of Court and Union. Donations will be taken.Union Street Strong T-Shirt Campaignwww.traxlertees.com/shop/clothing/unionstreetstrong-t-shirt/Traxler Custom Printing is offering #UnionStreetStrong T-Shirts and sweatshirts. All proceeds will be donated to the businesses affected by the fire.Beat Back the Blaze Benefit9 p.m., FridayClub Underground (Basement of Red Brick), 14 N. Court St.At Club Underground, Manitoa, Arpetrio and After Funk will be playing a benefit show. Donations will be collected for employees of affected businesses and musicians who lost their gear in the fire.

Jackie O’s reopens its doors after fire damage

By Emma Ockerman | Nov. 19, 2014

Although portions of the bar and restaurant remain closed, the owner is optimistic about eventually opening in its entirety

Pipe breaks in Baker garage

By William Hoffman | Nov. 19, 2014

Late Wednesday night a water pipe broke in Baker University Center garage spilling water from the ceiling.

Student Senate’s academic associations discuss poll results

By Maygen Beeler | Nov. 19, 2014

Student Senate divides into academic association meetings for the first time to discuss results from a poll sent out earlier this month.

Displaced students find home in residence halls around campus

By Maria DeVito | Nov. 19, 2014

Seven of the students displaced by Sunday’s West Union Street Fire will be staying in residence hall rooms on campus.

Sigma Alpha Epsilon suspends members

By Luke Furman | Nov. 19, 2014

Following a national chapter review Saturday, the membership Ohio University’s Sigma Alpha Epsilon dwindled from 65 members to now 33 members due to suspensions issued.