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Ohio University Modernizes Residential Life
In today’s competitive world of higher education it can be difficult for soon-to-be high school graduates to decide which college is right for them. It can also be difficult for… Read More

“Gypsy Jazz” Bridges Social Classes
By: Ali Ruscitto There are many different local bands around Athens, Ohio to check out, but how many do you know play “Gypsy Jazz” and Swing music? Actually, the “Gypsy… Read More

The Passion Behind the Flower: Origin of “The Official Flower of Athens”
By: Sarah Newgarde ATHENS, Ohio—Passion Works Studio is home to many artists of all abilities and the now infamous “Official Flower of Athens”, the Passion Flower. The goal of the… Read More

Local Businesses Take On Fostering Cats Since No Cat Shelter Available in Athens
By: Lexie White Because there are no cat shelters in Athens, Ohio, local businesses have taken on the responsibility while working with the Humane Society. Hyacinth Bean floral shop is… Read More

Americans Are A Lonely Lot, And Young People Bear The Heaviest Burden
By: Rhitu Chatterjee | NPR
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A nationwide survey by health insurer Cigna finds that loneliness is widespread in America. Millennials and people in Generation Z tend to feel lonelier than retirees.

As Facebook Shows Its Flaws, What Might A Better Social Network Look Like?
By: Laurel Wamsley | NPR
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Facebook has become ubiquitous in the last 14 years, but it may not dominate forever. Some technologists are already designing the next social networks — and they look a lot different.

Kentucky Governor Trims Properties in Annual Disclosure
By: Associated Press
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – Kentucky’s Republican governor has trimmed the number of properties he owns according to his annual financial disclosure report. Last year Matt Bevin reported that he owned… Read More

Beshear: Facebook Breach Impacted 1.3 Million Kentuckians
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – Kentucky’s Democratic Attorney General says more than 1.3 million Kentuckians were impacted by a privacy breach at Facebook. Andy Beshear said he sent a letter to… Read More

The Effect of E-Commerce in Athens
by Riley Harshman Bon-Ton announced earlier this month that they would be liquidating their company and closing all 267 stores nationwide. Stores included in Bon-Ton’s franchise are: Bergner’s, Boston Store,… Read More

University Late Check-Out Policy Leaves Students Paying to Stay
By Maggie Prosser Ohio University’s campus will close on May 4, driving students out of dorms and forcing daunting fees on those who choose—or need—to stay in residence halls after… Read More

Mike Tyson’s Company, West Virginia Cannabis Farm Partner
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FLEMINGTON, W.Va. (AP) – A company owned by former world heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson is teaming up with a West Virginia cannabis farm. News outlets report officials announced Monday… Read More

State-Based Organization Helps Those with Disabilities Run Races
by Bharbi Hazarika Jill Watson wasn’t able to tie the laces of her white canvas running shoes, but that didn’t deter her from taking part in Ohio University’s Race… Read More

Unchained Fashion Show Raises Human Trafficking Awareness
by Ambrielle Coleman Last week students, faculty and families visited Ohio University’s Walter Hall to see a fashion show. Most visitors believed they were going to watch models strut down… Read More

Queer Touring Bands Find Their Own Spaces in Athens, Ohio
By: Devon Hannan
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By Devon Hannan Between bars and commercial venues, lines can be blurred in terms of what makes a safe space actually a safe. For bands on tour, efforts made my… Read More

Take Back the Night
By: Adriana Navarro, Kalila Bell, Ky Cobb
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Over a hundred Ohio University students, staff members and Athens community members poured out of Baker University Center and onto Court Street on April 5 to demand for safer streets…. Read More

Finding Diversity in Theater
By: Seth Eggenschwiller
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Young people all across the country are speaking up and calling for a more inclusive culture that celebrates a wide diversity of experiences. OUtlet reporter and freshman theater major Seth… Read More

Early Lease Terminations Lead to Issues for Students
by Hayden Clark ATHENS, OH – Off campus Ohio University students are focused on more than just finals. OU students are forced to leave their current place of residence either… Read More

Athens Man Indicted On Abduction, Rape Charges After Amber Alert
By: Susan Tebben
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ATHENS — An Athens man who triggered a statewide manhunt after he was accused of kidnapping three children has now been indicted on abduction, rape and other felony counts. Neil… Read More

Queer Dance
By: Ian Kenyon, Kalila Bell
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When looking at dance, movement can be a universal tool not just for pleasure, but to also make a statement. Juliet McMains is a professor in the dance department at… Read More

Film Festivals and Queer Film Representation
By: Kenyetta Whitfield, Tanner Bidish
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Recently queer films like moonlight and call me by your name have been embraced by mainstream audiences but there are still issues with queer film representation within cinematic spaces. The… Read More

Queer Representation in Video Games
By: Anna Turner, Ian Kenyon, Kay Jurma
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A new generation of queer video game developers are trying to expand the options for LGBTQ gamers and change the narrative when it comes to queer representation in games. The Outlet’s… Read More

When One Career Isn’t Enough
By: Beverly Jones
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Karen Deans is an artist, illustrator and designer. Her online Portfolio shows some of her work, ranging from colorful posters to clever postcards, from fine art to business logos, magazine covers… Read More

Ohio Submits Medicaid Work Requirement For Federal Approval
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – State officials say most Ohioans covered under Medicaid expansion will remain insured without changes under new work requirements submitted to the federal government for approval. A… Read More

Smoking, Vaping Banned At Parks In West Virginia City
By: Associated Press
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HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP) – Smoking and vaping are no longer allowed at parks in a West Virginia city. Greater Huntington Park and Recreation District director Kevin Brady tells news outlets… Read More

Wind Farm To Help Power GM Factories In Ohio, Indiana
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HAVILAND, Ohio (AP) – General Motors says a new wind farm being built in Ohio will generate power for its factories in Ohio and Indiana. The automaker said Monday that… Read More