Police Blotter: Dog tears up neighbor’s garbage; mysterious cones placed on highway
The dog was found on the owner’s porch, and deputies were unable to find out who placed the cones ...
The Airbnb business of Athens
Airbnb owners make profits by renting out their homes in a city with little lodging.
Athens County Commissioners: Commissioners address speed limits and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
The SNAP program, which helps to feed families in the Athens, will be allocating their funds earlier ...
Police Blotter: Dog tears up neighbor’s garbage; mysterious cones placed on highway
The dog was found on the owner’s porch, and deputies were unable to find out who placed the cones on the highway.
The Airbnb business of Athens
Airbnb owners make profits by renting out their homes in a city with little lodging.
Athens County Commissioners: Commissioners address speed limits and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
The SNAP program, which helps to feed families in the Athens, will be allocating their funds earlier than usual this year.
City Council: Members hear plan for city-owned LED lights, street closure requested for International Street Fair
The proposed lighting changes could save the city $2 million over the course of 20 years.
Government shutdown affects Athens programs and local residents
Here’s how the government shutdown is affecting some Athens organizations and those who are federal workers.
City Council: Committees prepare for the new year
Committees will discuss the city’s water plan, the International Street Fair and other new projects.
Police Blotter: Juveniles shoot bow and arrow in unsafe manner; woman goes for a walk
Some things that happened in Athens over break.
How Athens bars get ready for New Year's Eve
New Year’s Eve in Athens compares to a regular weekend night — with more champagne.
Mohammed Nasser Al-Mashrafi appeared in court for arraignment
His bond was set at $5 million by the court.
Mohammed Nasser Al-Mashrafi indicted on nine charges
He was arrested on Dec. 5 for rape and abduction.
APD receives sexual imposition report at The Union
A woman reported that she was the victim of unwanted touching at The Union.
‘Heartbeat Bill’ passes in Ohio Senate, to head back to House
The bill would ban abortions when a fetal heartbeat is detected.
City Council: Members approve sewage base rates, street closure requested for fundraising event
Ordinances concerning sewage rates, the 2019 budget, a land agreement and vending changes were all approved.
New nature-based school is opening in Fall 2019
Solid Ground School will educate 18 children from the ages of four to eight this Fall through a nature-based curriculum.
Man arrested by APD for rape and abduction
Mohammed Al-Mashrafi Nasser, 23, of Athens, was arrested by APD after an investigation.
New Athens businesses help the community as they grow
Pay it forward coffees and charity donations help locals and local charities in Athens.
8 months later: How business were affected by the West Union Street explosion
The explosion occurred on April 15, 2018.
Police Blotter: OU student found passed out near Nelson Dining Hall; pitbulls prevent break in
It is believed the pitbulls stopped the suspect from entering the residence.
Four men indicted for drug trafficking and West Washington Street shooting
There are five men total accused of engaging in the trafficking in methamphetamine. One has already been sentenced to 18 years in prison.
