Ohio marijuana legalization petition still needs more than 29,000 signatures
By William T. Perkins | July 20, 2015ResponibleOhio will have until July 30 to find extra signatures on its ballot proposal after its initial petitions fell short.
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A local nonprofit receives $500,000 to further maternal and pediatric care
By Luke Furman | July 17, 2015The state budget granted half a million dollars to the Athens-based non-profit, Integrating Professionals for Appalachian Children, to continue its cause of supporting the healthy development of children and mothers in Appalachian Ohio.
Seven Athens businesses vandalized uptown after incident with Cleveland visitors
By William T. Perkins | July 16, 2015Seven uptown businesses were found to be vandalized early Tuesday morning after two college-aged male visitors from Cleveland were caught with a can of spray paint.
One Ohio University student left in local political races, down from three
By William T. Perkins | July 14, 2015C.J. Fogarty, OU student and Republican contender for Athens City Council withdrew his candidacy earlier this month, leaving Dauterman as the only student up for local election.
New 911 system could usher in county-wide wifi in Athens
By EMILY BOHATCH | July 13, 2015Athens County 9-1-1 Director Dan Pfiffer and Athens County Planner Bob Eichenberg asked council to support efforts to apply for a grant that would update the current 911 system.
Fight at Good Fellas, burglaries, assaults reported in Athens during holiday weekend
By Julia Fair | July 8, 2015One Athens residency allegedly had thousands of dollars of video games stolen.
Local group created to support Sanders’ presidential bid
By Taylor Maple | July 8, 2015“Athens for Bernie Sanders” met for the first time last month in support of the presidential candidate.
Xenia man arrested in connection with Richland Avenue robberies
By Matt Cudahy | July 8, 2015A Xenia man appeared in court Wednesday for allegedly robbing a McDonald's and Speedway on Richland Avenue
AEP, Columbia Gas program to potentially bring money for sustainability to Athens
By William T. Perkins | July 6, 2015Amesville participated in the program and used money from it to install a solar panel.
Athens County Commissioners request freeze on new injection wells
By Alisa Warren | July 6, 2015County Commissioners passed a resolution requesting that state officials halt the issuance of injection well permits in the state of Ohio.
Bill of Rights Committee files petition to ban injection wells, increase county power
By William T. Perkins | July 2, 2015The Athens County Bill of Rights Committee filed a petition Wednesday that would give county commissioners the ability to write ordinances and ban injection wells.
Ohioans, Athenians rejoice at Supreme Court marriage ruling
By M.C. Tilton | June 26, 2015Ohioans and Athenians give us their thoughts on the Supreme Court marriage ruling.
How Athens responded: SCOTUS on same-sex marriage
By Seth Archer | June 26, 2015The Supreme Court of the U.S. ruled Friday that all states would have to recognize same-sex marriages. The response on Twitter was large and immediate nationwide. Here is what Athens had to say about the decision.
EPA fracking report draws local criticism
By Alisa Warren | June 25, 2015A recent Environmental Protection Agency study on fracking has locals skeptical about the study’s findings denouncing fracking’s effects on water.
Patterson left unopposed in Athens mayor race after Ohio University student withdraws
By William T. Perkins | June 24, 2015Ohio University rising senior Andrew Looker has withdrawn has candidacy for mayor of Athens, leaving Patterson as the only candidate.
Statewide energy forum to make final stop in Athens
By Alisa Warren | June 23, 2015An Athens County project is a semifinalist in an energy conservation competition, which boasts a $5 million prize for the winning community.
Athens City Council to hold extra meetings to approve garbage disposal contract
By William T. Perkins | June 22, 2015The city estimated the new garbage disposal service will cost it about $1,058,000 per year.
VIDEO: Man canoes down Stimson Avenue after Athens saw heavy rain
By Jeremy Hill | June 21, 2015While Athens was pounded with rain over the weekend, one man took advantage of the opportunity to canoe down Stimson Avenue.
Sexual assault on East Carpenter Street reported
By William T. Perkins | June 20, 2015Athens Police officers are investigating an alleged rape that occurred on East Carpenter Street early Saturday morning.
Gov. Kasich’s possible presidential bid leaves some local leaders skeptical
By William T. Perkins | June 18, 2015Ohio Governor John Kasich has hinted a possible run for president. Local political leaders have differing opinions on what effect this might have for the state.
