Homeless 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.
The 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
A high smoking rate and lack of vaccination are possible explanation for Athens County’s high prostate and cervical cancer incidence rates.
Jack 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 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.
An independent travel website is reaffirming what many locally have argued for years: Athens is one of the coolest towns in the United States.
The governor encouraged residents and legislators alike to continue on the economic path the state has been on
Blackburn called sexual assault an "epidemic" on college campuses.
U.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.
Less than three weeks after his conviction, a Facebook page has been created supporting ex-sheriff Pat Kelly’s release, reaching almost 400 ‘likes.’
The Ohio Investigative Unit sends more undercover officers to Athens during big event weekends in order to keep underagers from consuming and buying alcohol.
After the exotic animal escape in Zanesville, Ohio, during summer 2011, exotic pet owners have to go through a procedure to keep their beloved pets.
Officers responded to multiple calls for an odor of marijuana last week, resulting in citations.
After 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.
Governor John Kasich, who might be considering a bid for president in 2016, will likely reflect on past economic improvements during Tuesday’s speech.
The 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.
A new retailer in uptown Athens is hoping to save lives, its co-owner said.
Athens City Council will appoint former Chief Prosecutor Lisa Eliason to Law Director. Council will also discuss filing Eliason’s former position.
Dedrick Peterson, 31, of Ann Arbor, was sentenced to five years in prison Friday after he was found guilty on three counts of sexual battery relating to a sexual assault case stemming from Ohio University's 2013 Homecoming Weekend.
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