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Steve Wright, a junior, explains one of his top ten reasons he would like to be Mr. "Universe"ity as members of Pi Beta Phi display the numbers. The third annual Mr. "Universe"ity fundraiser was held last night in Baker Center Ballroom. Chris Miller, a senior sponsored by Delta Gamma sorority was crowned the winner. See story, page 14.
Bill addresses funds in wake of tobacco settlement
by Nick Kowalczyk
THE POST
A bill introduced Wednesday might spark a debate in the Ohio General Assembly about whether the state should designate money from its projected $9.9 billion tobacco settlement to combat minority health problems.
State Rep. Ray Miller, D-Columbus, created the bill, which would grant money from the settlement to the Ohio Commission on Minority Health. The OCMH would then distribute funds to its health-care providers that specifically serve minorities, Miller said.<
Student leaps hurdles of life, love
by Erin Sullivan
THE POST
Like an ocean sunrise or the still after a thunderstorm, Tarsheka Thompson demands attention without asking. And she gets it.
Thompson, an Ohio University freshman majoring in chemical engineering, seems like a soft-spoken 19-year-old. Math comes naturally to her and even though this is her first year at college, she tutors six students in pre-calculus each week.
Student votes sway elections
by Mary Ellen Hardies
THE POST
Because Ohio University students comprise a large percentage of the Athens population, the student vote can be an asset to local government candidates during general elections.
Nancy Bain, D-3rd Ward, who has been on council since 1985, said she has depended on the student vote in past elections.
Bill enforces cigarette sales
by Sue Malesevic
THE POST
The Ohio House of Representatives passed legislation that expands the jurisdiction of liquor enforcement agents to include the policing of illegal cigarette sales to minors.
This amendment to the transportation budget is an effort to let liquor enforcement agents do their job more effectively by simplifying the process of arresting tobacco retailers who illegally try to sell cigarettes to minors.
Foundation grants a helping hand
by Kristin Gordon
THE POST
The Athens Foundation has been working to increase the quality of life for residents of Athens County in areas such as education, health and social services.
This foundation was created in 1980 by seven women who wanted to provide a way to meet community needs. The goal of the foundation is to award non-profit organizations with grants for projects, said Alvi McWilliams, Athens Foundation secretary.
Colleges explore idea of being parents
U-WIRE
MEDFORD, Mass. - What college student hasn't seen Animal House?
This movie has become the epitome of the let's-go-to-college-and-have-fun image. However, at some colleges and universities this image has been attacked, and changes have been made to start a trend toward a more supervised residential life.
On March 3, The New York Times ran an article exploring the issue of "in loco parentis," which is the idea that at college, educators serve as stand-ins for parents.
Mayors aim to promote culture
by Michael Canan
THE POST
Twenty-two mayors from cities in the region met yesterday at Baker Center to see how one organization could help promote this region's culture and heritage.
Michael Mullen, Ohio's Hill Country Heritage Area executive director, gave a presentation to 22 area mayors yesterday as part of a tour of the area that began with his hiring in November. Throughout his tour of the 31 counties in the OHCHA region, Mullen has urged people to get involved with the area's cultural heritage.
Piercings are not hits at work
by Ritu Kelotra
THE POST
Many Ohio University students face the pressures of interviewing for jobs, but some have the added concern of deciding whether to change their appearance to suit employers.
Facial piercings other than earrings have become a popular trend across America, but this trend in college students might not be accepted in the career world, said Thomas Korvas, director of Career Services.
New ownership begins repairs
by Danielle Lipp
THE POST
Lakeview Apartments officially changed its name to Riverpark Towers in July, sending a message of change, including an increase in rent.C. Daniel Jones, asset manager for Riverpark Towers, said rent was increased because changes are being made to improve the plumbing, heating and ventilating systems in the apartments. He said $100,000 has been spent to make those improvements.
Court dates set for trials over Break trials
by Gail Cetnar
THE POST
While Ohio University students take off for Spring Break, Athens courts will continue to serve justice. The trial for Athens County Sheriff's Deputy Investigator David Warren will conclude next week with the defense presenting its side of the case.
On Wednesday, three people will be arraigned in the Athens County Court of Common Pleas:
Robert T. Sayre, 21, of Bellbrook, was indicted for aggravated trafficking in drugs, trafficking in marijuana and possession of drugs.
Deputy's acts questioned
by Jenny Applegate
THE POST
An Athens County Sheriff's deputy acted oddly the night of a search when money was taken from a suspected drug dealer's wallet, the leader of the search testified yesterday.
Athens County Sheriff's Deputy Investigator David Warren is being tried for theft while in office in the Athens County Court of Common Pleas. He is suspected of taking about $800 out of the side pocket of Robert E. Hatfield's wallet during a search for drugs and "buy money" by Southeast Counties of Ohio Narcotics Task Force on Dec. 17, 1996.
Jehovah's witness reaches all ages Uptown
by Ben Cape
THE POST
Frank Varga likes talking to the "kids"-all 20,000 of them that pass him on Court Street. "I get nice conversations," Varga said. "They're good kids."
Varga, 72, of Athens, has passed out tracts and faithfully ministered for the Jehovah's Witnesses since his youth. He grew up in a Jehovah's Witness family that had roots in Hungary and migrated to the United States in the 1910s. Varga married his wife Marilyn 22 years ago, but grew up with her because their families were close friends.
Festival plays the blues
by Rob Harvilla
THE POST
On March 19, the fair city of Marietta will contract a severe, three-day case of the blues.
You had better get your tickets while they last.
The event: Marietta's eighth annual River City Blues Festival, a lively musical celebration that will run all of next weekend, March 19 to March 21. Featuring concerts, workshops and an unsigned talent competition, the festival provides a compelling showcase of local and regional musical talent.
'Tartuffe' is a hilarious exposé of modern religious hypocrisy
by Cass Wright
THE POST
Imagine for a moment mailing money to a television preacher until you went bankrupt. Now, imagine this preacher coming into your home and trying to seduce your wife after you have saved him from the streets, given him food and shown him hospitality. Throw in an all-star cast, a hilarious script and a captivating set. This is the basis of the Ohio University School of Theater's modern adaptation of Moliere's Tartuffe.
Attorneys battle over safety, equality in wheelchair case
AP
SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) - The lawyer defending a mother on trial for using her wheelchair to take her daughter on city streets says the case is about equality. The prosecutor says it's a matter of safety.
City Prosecutor Rob DeLamatre on Wednesday told the jury hearing the child endangering case of Kelly Dillery to consider whether she was putting her 5-year-old daughter Kelsi in danger by strapping her on her lap.
Police: bullet was stray
by Gena Kittner
THE POST
CLEVELAND (AP) - As a jury considered a case against three alleged mobsters, police in eastern Ohio were trying to learn who fired a shot that hit a jail where another accused mobster is being held.
Police in Warren said it appeared to be a stray shot, not an attempt to kill anyone.
In Cleveland, Bernard Altshuler, 68; Lavance Turnage, 26; and Jeffrey Riddle, 38, are accused of working for Lenine Strollo, who pleaded guilty last month to running the Youngstown mob, plotting to kill a rival gang leader, running a numbers game and bribing officials.
Mr. "Universe"ity raises funds, roof
by Michelle Everhart
THE POST
Although there was no swimsuit portion of the contest, the third annual Mr. "Universe"ity, sponsored by Alpha Omicron Pi and Phi Mu sororities, was held last night in Baker Center Ballroom.
The event helped raise money for the sororities' philanthropies, Children's Miracle Network and National Arthritis Research Foundation. More than 200 people attended the event, which raised about $900 for the two charities.
Minnesota players face possible fraud charges
U-WIRE
(U-WIRE) MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. - Amid allegations that numerous former and current Gophers men's basketball players committed academic fraud, many on the Minneapolis campus reacted with shock and sadness at the charges.
Four former basketball players confirmed statements made by Jan Gangelhoff, former office manager of the academic counseling unit, claiming she prepared exams and research papers for student athletes from 1993 to 1998, according to a Wednesday Saint Paul Pioneer Press report.
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