Athens County to file civil suit against Pat Kelly
By Matt Cudahy | Feb. 26, 2015County commissioners decide to take action against former sheriff Pat Kelly to receive compensation for money spent during Kelly’s suspension.
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OUPD officer allegedly assaulted in the course of arrest
By Emma Ockerman | Feb. 26, 2015An Ohio University Police officer sustained injuries to his face and received a bloody nose.
Prosecutor’s office appropriates more than $1,000 to community programs
By William T. Perkins | Feb. 26, 2015The prosecutor’s office gives ten percent of their Law Enforcement Trust Fund to community programs each year
Homeless search for winter housing
By Julia Fair | Feb. 26, 2015Homeless individuals in Athens County look for various places to stay in the cold winter months. Some find beds at homeless shelters, but some find a place to stay at Southeastern Regional Jail for the night.
Though local agencies have been denied grant funding, beneficial programs continue
By Emma Ockerman | Feb. 25, 2015The Athens County Sheriff’s Office, Athens Police Department and My Sister’s Place have recently been denied grant funding for programs benefiting survivors of sexual assault and domestic abuse, but are still pushing forward
GSS members to fill in for vacant city council liaison position
Feb. 25, 2015GSS members to fill in for vacant city council liaison position
Prostate and Cervical cancer rates in Athens County are among highest in region
By Luke Furman | Feb. 25, 2015A high smoking rate and lack of vaccination are possible explanation for Athens County’s high prostate and cervical cancer incidence rates.
Flower shop struggling to attract business in new location
By Jeremy Hill | Feb. 25, 2015Jack Neal Floral reopened in late December after its former building was destroyed in the West Union Street Fire. But the city’s unwillingness to approve its sign is hurting business.
Athens County vacant planner position to be filled soon
By Matt Cudahy | Feb. 25, 2015Athens County Commissioners will meet Thursday morning for their weekly meeting to discuss possible renovations to the EMS station, filling county planner position and hiring a new position at the 911 offices.
Athens is named one of 'coolest' towns in the nation
By Samuel Howard | Feb. 25, 2015An independent travel website is reaffirming what many locally have argued for years: Athens is one of the coolest towns in the United States.
Kasich encourages tightened spending, education reform during State of the State address
By William T. Perkins | Feb. 24, 2015The governor encouraged residents and legislators alike to continue on the economic path the state has been on
Man gets two-year jail term for Uptown sexual battery behind bar
By Chelsea Sick | Feb. 24, 2015Blackburn called sexual assault an "epidemic" on college campuses.
Congressman Stivers protests oil pipeline veto on Twitter
By William T. Perkins | Feb. 24, 2015U.S. Representative Steve Stivers, R-15th District, took to social media Tuesday to protest President Barack Obama’s veto of the Keystone XL pipeline bill.
‘Justice for Sheriff Kelly’ Facebook page reaches almost 400 ‘likes’
By Julia Fair | Feb. 24, 2015Less than three weeks after his conviction, a Facebook page has been created supporting ex-sheriff Pat Kelly’s release, reaching almost 400 ‘likes.’
Students can expect uptick in undercover police presence in spring
By Chelsea Sick | Feb. 23, 2015The Ohio Investigative Unit sends more undercover officers to Athens during big event weekends in order to keep underagers from consuming and buying alcohol.
Exotic pet owners in Ohio go through new procedures to keep their beloved pets
By Julia Fair | Feb. 23, 2015After the exotic animal escape in Zanesville, Ohio, during summer 2011, exotic pet owners have to go through a procedure to keep their beloved pets.
OUPD responded to multiple drug and alcohol related incidents, resulting in citations and vomit stains
By Emma Ockerman | Feb. 23, 2015Officers responded to multiple calls for an odor of marijuana last week, resulting in citations.
Council proposes ordinance to give other employees raises
By EMILY BOHATCH | Feb. 23, 2015After Athens Mayor Paul Wiehl said he was giving employees raises with or without council approval, councilmembers brought forward an ordinance giving a one percent raise to nonunion employees.
Kasich’s speech may nod to potential 2016 bid for the White House
By William T. Perkins | Feb. 23, 2015Governor John Kasich, who might be considering a bid for president in 2016, will likely reflect on past economic improvements during Tuesday’s speech.
OUPD and D.P. Dough launch campaign to promote safe driving
By Joshua Lim | Feb. 22, 2015The next time you order a carry out from D.P. Dough, you might also find a flyer that lists the monetary consequences of driving a vehicle while impaired.
