The Post: September 9, 1999

Thursday, September 9, 1999
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		Rob Ostermaier /THE POST Junior Dan Hess goes for the disk as junior Tim Barbitta goes in for the kill during a game of ultimate Frisbee on the field behind the Music building. Today: Y2K Testing by Amanda Metcalf THE POST A series of mini-Y2Ks has hit the United States since the first day of 1999, and today could be the biggest one yet. The digits 9999 have more than one meaning. While the average person might see 9-9-99 as today's date, Sept. 9, 1999, computer programmers might see something different. Those same four digits, 9999, are often used as a stop program command. Law fights school violence by Mary Ellen Hardies THE POST Ohio is mounting a defense against school violence through the creation of protective school safety zones. The state legislature approved the zones in May. Since Senate Bill 1 took effect Aug. 6, school districts across the state have been marking their school buildings, properties and even school buses as violence-free areas. OU noted as a top public university by Liesel Ramsey THE POST Ohio University made the list when it was ranked one of the top 50 public universities in U.S. News and World Report. "When you think of all of the hundreds and hundreds of universities out there, to be ranked in the top fifty best public universities is a testimony for the students and faculty," said Richard Becknell, associate director of admissions. Moscow: at least 14 dead by BARRY RENFREW Associated Press MOSCOW - A massive explosion shattered a nine-story apartment building in Moscow early today, destroying scores of apartments and leaving at least 14 people dead and dozens more trapped in the rubble. At least 52 people were seriously injured and hospitalized, Ministry of Emergency officials said. Another 63 people were pulled alive from the wreckage, many of them with minor injuries, rescue workers said.	November elections bring new candidates by Brent Hartke THE POST When Athens residents enter voting booths this November, they will see few new names on the ballot. Eleven positions - mayor, auditor, law director and all City Council seats - are open. Four incumbents have no competition. Athens Mayor Richard Abel (D); City Law Director Garry Hunter, R-Athens; President of City Council Guy Philips (D); and Councilwoman Nancy Bain, D-3rd Ward are running unopposed. November elections bring new candidates by Brent Hartke THE POST When Athens residents enter voting booths this November, they will see few new names on the ballot. Eleven positions - mayor, auditor, law director and all City Council seats - are open. Four incumbents have no competition. Athens Mayor Richard Abel (D); City Law Director Garry Hunter, R-Athens; President of City Council Guy Philips (D); and Councilwoman Nancy Bain, D-3rd Ward are running unopposed. Grief differs for suicide by Heather Skeeles THE POST Picking up the pieces after anyone dies is difficult. But picking up the pieces after a friend or family member commits suicide is even harder. When a young person commits suicide, their family and friends are left trying to find answers as to why the person took their own life. Convicted drug trafficker gets jail, probation, fine THE POST A 77-year-old Nelsonville man convicted of selling prescription pharmaceutical drugs in 1997 received a sentence of 10 days in jail yesterday in the Athens County Court of Common Pleas. In addition to the 10 days in the Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail in Nelsonville, Judge Alan Goldsberry sentenced Robert E. Hatfield to five years probation, 60 hours community service, a fine of $200 and court costs. He will be monitored for drugs and alcohol while on probation and also is required to pay the cost of the tests. Discipline tops curriculum at first inner-city public ROTC high school Associated Press CHICAGO - As the Stars and Stripes are raised to the sound of drums and bugles, dozens of teen-agers in uniform struggle to line up under the frowning gaze of a retired Army major. This is not an elite private military school. It's an inner-city public high school. The Chicago Military Academy opened last month as the first public school in the nation run by the Army's Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps. Online shopping is a business alternative eative by Tschanen Niderkohr THE POST Don't feel like going out to shop? Want to shop in your underwear? Then try what several Athens businesses are taking advantage of - the Internet. Gary Davis, business developer at Accessible Designs Adjustable Systems, Inc., 94 N. Columbus Road, said the handicapped-accessible and ergonomically correct furniture maker started its Web page to sell products. Baker entertains students by Adena Miller THE POST If weekly prize drawings, cosmic bowling, midnight movies and coffeehouse concerts hold your interest, Baker University Center's "Baker Nights" is a must see. Starting this Friday and Saturday more activities will be offered, said Tim Hogan, associate director for Baker University Center.


EDITORIAL Schools OK to punish Give insurers open ears COLUMN The dark side of rock 'n' roll By Tiffany Royal THE POST THE YELL Mom, I forgot my black pants and tube top at home. Can you mail them to me? Dr. Robert Glidden -->	Send us your comments: Everyday Kid Mad Game -->

WOMEN'S SOCCER
Bobcats blanked by Ohio State by Elizabeth Price
THE POST

The Ohio State women's soccer team blanked the Bobcats 3-0 last night in Columbus.

"We're a young program, and this is our first opportunity to play a team that had received some national recognition," Coach Wendy Logan said. "We were looking forward to the match-up. I thought we played well, unfortunately the scoreboard wasn't really reflective of the effort that we had." The Bobcats (1-2 overall) were able to create some opportunities early in the contest, but Ohio State (3-0-1) goalkeeper Amber Barnes was able to make "some big time saves," Logan said.

FOOTBALL
Cleveland returns to strong fan base
by Jeffrey Arra
THE POST

The fall of 1999 will mark the triumphant return of the colors that were sadly stolen away from Cleveland and the world: brown and orange.

The wait is over.

Browns fans can now return to their role as some of the most loyal fans in sports (as if they ever left).

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Steelers to burst Browns' bubble
by Jon Greenberg
THE POST

I hate Cleveland. As a Pittsburgh fan, it's second nature. I hate the Indians and I despise the Browns. There is nothing I like more than expounding about my hatred for the Browns and the Indians.

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Indians rally to beat Orioles for 86th win
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BALTIMORE (AP) - Rookie Alex Ramirez homered and had a career-high five RBIs, and Roberto Alomar drove in the tiebreaking run in the eighth inning as the Cleveland Indians beat the Baltimore Orioles 7-6 Monday.

Manny Ramirez had three hits, including two doubles, helping the Indians bounced back from a 3-0 deficit after they were held to a pair of singles through the first six innings.

NFL
Bettis questionable for opener against Browns
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PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Steelers' offense, as listless during the preseason as it was at the end of last season, may not have a completely healthy Jerome Bettis for Sunday's season opener at Cleveland.

Bettis, limited to less than a full week of practice during training camp by a left knee injury, was listed as questionable on Monday by coach Bill Cowher. Bettis' status will be updated depending on how much he practices.

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