Police in Athens busy with criminal damaging, theft and a quarrel
By Joshua Lim | Jan. 26, 2015Two males exited Walmart with $2,300 worth of items without paying
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Students pay over $1,000 on trash fines
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 26, 2015Ohio University students talk trash about the trash law.
Can an iPad help fight crime? Sheriff’s deputies think so
By Julia Fair | Jan. 26, 2015Deputies use iPads to help quicken the process for filing a police report, assist in other daily duties.
Council to discuss Essence of Athens and sidewalk improvements
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 25, 2015At their weekly meeting, Athens City Council will discuss implementing the Essence of Athens program as well as making improvements to the West Union St. sidewalks.
Columbus plastic bag tax could inspire rest of state
By M.C. Tilton | Jan. 22, 2015Columbus mayor’s five-year sustainability plan pushing away from dependence on single-use bags
Minimum wage in Ohio raised to $8.10
By William T. Perkins | Jan. 22, 2015A representative from Policy Matters Ohio says the new minimum wage will help encourage economic development. Others are unconvinced.
Coffee with a cop proves successful
By Matt Cudahy | Jan. 22, 2015Police officers from OUPD and APD met and chatted with community members over delicious coffee and cookies.
Municipal Court Judge William Grim to step down, open office for reelection
By William T. Perkins | Jan. 22, 2015Attorney Todd Grace is hoping to take over Athens County Municipal Court judge William Grim’s position this November. City Prosecutor Lisa Eliason has her sights set on the city law director position.
App aims to make public transit more accessible
By Jeremy Hill | Jan. 22, 2015Citizens can now track the exact location of any bus in the Athens Public Transit system in real time using a mobile or web app.
Richland Avenue to experience lane closures during next two weeks
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 22, 2015Those looking to travel down Richland Avenue during the next two weeks may experience some difficulty.
A bar may be in the future for Athens Kroger
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 21, 2015Kroger applied for a D5 liquor license, which would allow them to serve full glasses of alcohol. Kroger spokesperson Jennifer Jarrell said that a bar may be in the stores future.
Turmoil in city building halts communications between mayor and auditor
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 21, 2015Communications between the auditors and mayor have been strenuous after the auditor implemented raises without the authorization of city council.
State of the Union Address emphasizes accessibility to higher education
By William T. Perkins | Jan. 20, 2015President Barack Obama urged Congress to support middle class economics, and also encouraged support for women’s rights and LGBT issues and encouraged accessibility to higher education.
City Council passes marriage equality resolution
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 20, 2015Athens City Council passed a resolution in support of same-sex marriage at its meeting on Tuesday.
Commissioners discussed possibility of permanent farmer's market
By Matt Cudahy | Jan. 20, 2015The commissioners met with the USDA rural development department to discuss some rural development projects, including a permanent farmer’s market in Athens County.
Athens County makes millions on tourism, and plans to make more in coming years
By Chelsea Sick | Jan. 20, 2015After recent reports, Athens County sees over $100 million in tourism revenue
Athens Public Transit revenue increased 26% last year
By Chelsea Sick | Jan. 20, 2015Athens Public Transit saw increases in ridership and revenue in recent years.
Athens nonprofit has treated more than 950 cult survivors with therapy
By Emma Ockerman | Jan. 20, 2015Athens is home to one of the only rehabilitation centers in the country for cult survivors or those who have been spiritually abused.
New Year, new Sheriff’s Office Budget
By Julia Fair | Jan. 19, 2015The 2015 Sheriff’s Office Budget shows changes in administration, new radio installations and new expenses.
City Council will vote to support marriage equality
By EMILY BOHATCH | Jan. 19, 2015City council will vote on a one reading resolution to express their support for marriage equality.
