Dec 19, 20203 min read

How COVID-19 has increased difficulties for Athens´ homeless population

By Campbell Hauschild During this pandemic, the lives of many have been dramatically changed, whether it be COVID-19 itself, job...

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Dec 18, 20205 min read

Films & albums dealing with change

by Andrew Bowman Albums- What’s Going On (1971) - Marvin Gaye Stand out tracks: What’s Going On, Mercy Mercy Me, Right On, Inner City...

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How local Athens theaters are responding to the pandemic

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Dec 18, 20204 min read

How local Athens theaters are responding to the pandemic

by Andrew Bowman In the midst of a global pandemic, our local theaters are some of the hardest-hit businesses by this lockdown. For our...

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Native American mascots: are they acceptable?

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Dec 18, 20203 min read

Native American mascots: are they acceptable?

by Emma Hartman An increasing number of schools have been ditching their Native American mascots for more appropriate mascots such as...

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Freshmen are transitioning to AHS with ease despite challenges

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Dec 16, 20202 min read

Freshmen are transitioning to AHS with ease despite challenges

By Izze Kaukonen COVID-19 has been the focal point of 2020. From local businesses and the economy, to shelter animals and schools, COVID...

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Dec 16, 20203 min read

SYNA comes to Athens

By Zavier Campsey SYNA, an abbreviation for synapse, the mind and body’s muscle connection, but also the name of a noteworthy sports...

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Dec 16, 20202 min read

Local nurse reacts to COVID-19

By Campbell Hauschild With the number of COVID-19 cases in the US constantly increasing not only on a nationwide scale but in Ohio, many...

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Wrestling squad scraps for a COVID-free season

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Dec 16, 20202 min read

Wrestling squad scraps for a COVID-free season

by Clay Boeninger As COVID-19 cases rise to record highs across the nation, the AHS wrestling team is doing everything possible to...

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Enfranchised students flock to polls, pick next president

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Dec 16, 20202 min read

Enfranchised students flock to polls, pick next president

by Clay Boeninger During what many call the most unprecedented and historic election in American history, many AHS students exercised...

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Amateur baker takes on festive holiday treats!

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Dec 16, 20204 min read

Amateur baker takes on festive holiday treats!

By Mackenzie Hedges As this holiday season approaches, I have decided to take on a few of my favorite holiday recipes. I feel it’s...

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Re-evaluating the Supreme Court in ACB’s confirmation

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Dec 15, 20203 min read

Re-evaluating the Supreme Court in ACB’s confirmation

by Hannah Bernstein On October 26, 2020, Amy Coney Barrett was confirmed as the newest Supreme Court Justice. What made her confirmation...

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Athens and Logan: How are local schools doing during the pandemic?

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Dec 15, 20202 min read

Athens and Logan: How are local schools doing during the pandemic?

by Harold Lane Last year schools shut down unexpectedly with no plan for how students would attend school. This led to an unorganized...

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Dec 14, 20202 min read

A sneak peek into future homes

By Xan Jordan Finding ways for homes to be more sustainable and efficient is important. Earth ships are an example of sustainable homes....

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Dec 14, 20201 min read

Izze and Emma's column: The Hate U Give

By Emma Hartman The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas is an extremely well-written book about a teenage black girl whose friend is murdered...

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Standardized testing… is it a thing of the past?

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Dec 14, 20202 min read

Standardized testing… is it a thing of the past?

By Kaela Ricket It is that time of the year again, where the high school seniors get prepared to continue their academic future at a...

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Quarantine pets: emptying shelters, filling hearts and homes

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Nov 6, 20202 min read

Quarantine pets: emptying shelters, filling hearts and homes

By Emma Hartman While many people have been longing to see their friends and family during these unprecedented times, others have been...

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Criticizing China's treatment of Ughyer Muslims

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Nov 6, 20202 min read

Criticizing China's treatment of Ughyer Muslims

By Xan Jordan, In the past three years, much news has come to light on the topic of Ughyer Muslims in China. This conflict derives from...

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Local business owners share how they have held up during this tumultuous pandemic

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Nov 6, 20203 min read

Local business owners share how they have held up during this tumultuous pandemic 

By Andrew Bowman Survival is the goal for local businesses in Athens during this pandemic. It is an adapt or die situation, like in the...

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Athletes and coaches adapt as they return to play

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Nov 6, 20202 min read

Athletes and coaches adapt as they return to play

By Zavier Campsey COVID-19 -- everyone knows it, but how is it affecting sports at the high school level? Most would have assumed that...

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Students reveal embarrassing moments in the Zoom classroom

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Nov 6, 20202 min read

Students reveal embarrassing moments in the Zoom classroom

By Mackenzie Hedges The year 2020 has thrown some challenges and trials in our direction. Athens High School teachers and students have...

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