The New Political

04/23/2026

The Athens County Young Democrats and Ohio U College Democrats organized their second event of the academic year with Dr. Amy Acton, the leading democratic candidate running for Ohio Governor. The event was hosted in uptown Athens by Bagel Street Deli at 4 p.m., and the venue quickly filled with an engaged audience.

Story by: Rosa Nicola

Amy Acton returned to Athens on April 14 for a meet and greet and dialogue at Bagel Street Deli with students and community members.

04/20/2026

Meet our exec staff for the 2026-2027 school year!

04/19/2026

From being an outspoken critic to his self-proclaimed "number one fan," Nicki Minaj's opinions on Trump throughout her career have caught the attention of many fans. The rapper, who was once vocal about Trump's immigration policies and business practices, can now be seen holding hands with the current president.

Story by: Morgan Miller

From being an outspoken critic to his self-proclaimed "number one fan," Nicki Minaj's opinions on Trump throughout her career have caught the attention of many fans. The rapper, who was once vocal about Trump's immigration policies and business practices, can now be seen holding hands with the curre...

04/10/2026

New restrictions, such as SB 56, have weakened Ohio’s 2023 legalization of ma*****na and protection of abortion rights. The closure of Buddy’s Lounge in Athens highlights the impact these restrictions have had on small businesses, local jobs, and consumer safety, while posing questions about the gap between voter decisions and state legislation.

This article explores how Ohio’s 2023 legalization of ma*****na and protection of abortion rights have been weakened by new restrictions, such as SB 56. Focusing on the closure of Buddy’s Lounge in Athens, it highlights the impact on small businesses, local jobs, and consumer safety, while quest...

04/10/2026

Athens City Council announced the completion of all 88 miles of the Baileys Trail System and introduced an ordinance to create a fund for the construction of the new Athens Multipurpose Pavilion Fund.

Story by: Kallie Toon

Athens City Council announced the completion of all 88 miles of the Baileys Trail System and introduced an ordinance to create a fund for the construction of the new Athens Multipurpose Pavilion Fund.

04/06/2026

In this episode, host Ollie Hunt examines the history of conflict which culminated in the ongoing U.S.–Israeli war with Iran.

Edited by: Alyssa Gray

In this episode, host Ollie Hunt examines the history of conflict which culminated in the ongoing U.S.–Israeli war with Iran.Edited by: Alyssa Gray

04/05/2026

As temperatures climb in Ohio University Residence halls, students say outdated HVAC systems are turning their dorm rooms into 80-degree greenhouses with little relief in sight.

Story by: Ethan Gallatin

As temperatures climb in Ohio University residence halls, students say outdated HVAC systems are turning their dorm rooms into 80-degree greenhouses with little relief in sight.

04/04/2026

In 1978, Ohio University became the second public university in the United States to cut financial ties with companies profiting off of the apartheid in South Africa.

Story by: Eva Ludke

In 1978, Ohio University became the second public university in the United States to cut financial ties with companies profiting off of the apartheid in South Africa.

03/30/2026

In the middle of this semester, dining hall patrons saw new rules implemented at Nelson Dining Hall. These rules were put into place to limit the amount of fresh fruit (apples, bananas and oranges) a student can take in one trip. This was seen as signs next to the fruit stands asking patrons to keep the fruit intake to “two per person.”

By: Opinion Staff

In the middle of this semester, dining hall patrons saw new rules implemented at Nelson Dining Hall. These rules were put into place to limit the amount of fresh fruit (apples, bananas and oranges) a student can take in one trip. This was seen as signs next to the fruit stands asking patrons to keep...

03/30/2026

OHIO Housing & Residence Life is giving students the chance to decide where to live next year. The anxiety by students revolving around where they will live in their sophomore year is palpable as the race for the best dorms begin.

Story by: Morgan Miller

Housing selection for sophomores for the 2026-27 school year is underway. From traditional style dorms to new housing options such as McDavis Hall, many Ohio U sophomores are weighing their options of where to live.