Bill meant to dissolve businesses' COVID-19 health violations introduced to Ohio House of Representatives
By Ryan Maxin | Mar. 28, 2021Some locals view the bill as positive thing for Athens businesses and the community.
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Lawsuit filed by abortion providers in Ohio over the Unborn Child Dignity Act
By Lydia Colvin | Mar. 24, 2021The lawsuit asks the court to order that abortion providers not be penalized by Senate Bill 27 during an interim period.
League of Women Voters of Athens County holds forum between 4th Ward City Council candidates
By Anna Millar | Mar. 24, 2021City Council candidates Alan Swank and Chris Fahl answered community questions about the environment, diversity and more Tuesday.
OU receives Voter Friendly Campus distinction for 2021, 2022
By Ryan Maxin | Mar. 23, 2021Ohio University's Center for Campus and Community Engagement played a large role in securing the distinction.
City Council: 72 hour parking passes discussed; Union Street Downtown Redevelopment District created
By Kyra Leckrone | Mar. 22, 2021The current pilot program for 72 hour parking serves eight citizens.
United Athens County Tenants host panel on affordable housing for community
By Sophia Young | Mar. 11, 2021Local experts discussed housing problems and solutions in Athens.
Student Senate: Students speak in support of Collin’s Law, urge OU for online accessibility features
By Lydia Colvin | Mar. 11, 2021Collin’s Law, which would increase the penalty for hazing in Ohio to a felony, was reintroduced into the Ohio Senate on Wednesday.
City Council: Change in property and liability self-insurance pool being considered
By Kyra Leckrone | Mar. 8, 2021The Public Entities Pool of Ohio has been endorsed by the Ohio Municipal League since 2017.
SNAP Food Benefits extended to include more OU students
By Mary Jane Sanese | Mar. 7, 2021Up to $200 a month for food expenses is available to students.
Former OU professor runs for 1st Ward seat
By Maya Morita | Mar. 4, 2021Solveig Spjeldnes is running for the 1st Ward seat after Arian Smedley announced she will not be running for reelection.
$100 million for rent and utilities relief available to Ohioans
By Sophia Young | Feb. 24, 2021Ohio approves funding for housing assistance for low-income Ohioans affected by the pandemic.
Here’s the Tea: Ohio Senate Bill 47 is another protection for big businesses
By Iana Fields | Feb. 23, 2021The bill opens up employees to exploitation and unpaid labor.
LGBTQ+ advocates in Ohio optimistic about current legislature’s ability to pass further protections
By Abby Miller | Feb. 21, 2021With a new legislative body in session, some think 2021 is the year for LGBTQ+ equality to improve.
Councilwoman Chris Fahl faces first primary challenger since 2009
By Anna Millar | Feb. 15, 2021Councilwoman Fahl’s primary challenger Alan Swank is distinctly focusing on hearing the voice of voters to direct his campaign.
City Council: Funding transfer for Richland Avenue handrail, poet laureate term extended
By Kyra Leckrone | Feb. 15, 2021$13,000 is needed to install hand railing for the Richland Avenue Pedestrian Passageway.
Donkey Coffee manager announces intention to run for City Council
By Anna Millar | Feb. 4, 2021Councilmembers Arian Smedley and Peter Kotses both announced via Facebook they will not be running for re-election.
City Council: Athens Ohio City Source app announced, vaccine distribution discussed
By Kyra Leckrone | Feb. 1, 2021The Athens Ohio City Source app can be used to report city issues, receive city news and search for city jobs.
Campbell’s Corner: America’s battle with extremism isn’t over
By Hannah Campbell | Jan. 28, 2021The Trump era has come and passed, but we are still dealing with the effects that his rhetoric and refusal to condemn white supremacists have left behind.
OU Ph.D. student Hakan Karaaytu sought political asylum after fleeing Turkey
By Riley Runnells | Jan. 27, 2021In the middle of a failed military coup in 2016, Karaaytu looked for political asylum in the U.S.
City Council: City’s blight and condemnation process discussed
By Kyra Leckrone | Jan. 25, 2021The director of Code Enforcement said properties with blight undergo a long process in order to see safety improvements.
