The real cost of trash in Athens
By Abby Miller | Feb. 14, 2019There is roughly $1 million set aside for trash cans each year.
POLITICS
Student Senate: OU vice president for Finance and Administration discusses university budget
By Colt Austen | Feb. 13, 2019Ohio University is using spending reserves to cover costs as well as raising incoming student tuition.
Athens officials prepare for future federal government shutdowns
By Colt Austen | Feb. 13, 2019Council President Chris Knisely said Athens will do everything it can to aid its residents and federal workers in preparation for the next shutdown.
Nelsonville Republican Jay Edwards elected majority whip of the Ohio Statehouse
By George Shillcock | Feb. 13, 2019Edwards won the election with a unanimous 98-0 vote on Feb. 6.
New heartbeat bill introduced in Ohio House and Senate
By Logan Moore | Feb. 13, 2019The bill would ban abortions once a fetal heartbeat is detected, which can be as early as six weeks into the pregnancy — before many women know they’re pregnant.
Student Senate: Body looks to pass two resolutions regarding Emeriti Status for members
By Ellen Wagner | Feb. 12, 2019The resolutions would allow Judicial Panel and non-voting members to be eligible for Emeriti Status.
Swing State of Mind: Sherrod Brown's potential presidential run and our takeaways from the State of the Union
By Maddie Capron and George Shillcock | Feb. 7, 2019George and Maddie discuss the State of the Union address, Sherrod Brown and more.
Student Senate: Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion Gigi Secuban discusses plans for LGBT Center
By Colt Austen | Feb. 6, 2019Student Senate passed eight resolutions at the meeting.
Graduate Student Senate: Members approved to amend current constitution
By Colt Austen | Feb. 5, 2019GSS members also appointed three new members.
Athens County Board of County Commissioners discuss heating in floor plans for new EMS station
By Hardika Singh | Feb. 5, 2019A BDT architect shared floor plans for a new EMS station.
Board of Trustees approves amendment that gives more autonomy to students
By Abby Miller | Feb. 5, 2019The student body as a whole would have the final say in Student Senate amendments instead of the Board of Trustees.
Student Senate: Athens City Planner presents about new Athens Comprehensive Plan
By Colt Austen | Feb. 5, 2019Members will also vote on nine resolutions at the meeting.
City Council discusses resolution opposing government shutdowns
By Abby Miller | Feb. 4, 2019The recent shutdown impacted local businesses, SNAP recipients and housing.
Graduate Student Senate: Members to discuss future goals of organization
By Colt Austen | Feb. 4, 2019Members will vote on three resolutions at the meeting.
City Council: Members to continue discussion on home rule and government shutdown
By Abby Miller | Feb. 3, 2019Council hopes better establish its autonomy and prevent government shutdowns.
Faculty Senate: Members to discuss Faculty Handbook clarifications
By Tedi Delashmet | Feb. 3, 2019Members will vote on the resolution to clarify the recusal processes of the college Professional Ethics Committees.
County Commissioners: Body discusses search for new EMA director
By Erin Franczak | Jan. 30, 2019The Athens County commissioners will interview people for new director of Emergency Management Association.
Student Senate: Athens City Planner presents about new Athens Comprehensive Plan
By Colt Austen | Jan. 29, 2019Members will also vote on three resolutions at the meeting.
City Council: Complete Streets program would increase pedestrian safety
By Erin Franczak | Jan. 29, 2019A resolution on Home Rules, which allows cities the right to govern themselves, was also introduced.
What to expect from Gov. Mike Dewine's first term
By George Shillcock | Jan. 28, 2019Before midnight on his first day in office, DeWine signed six executive orders.
