Former deputy files for appeal
By Kelly Fisher | Mar. 10, 2014The Athens County Sheriff’s Office and a former deputy filed separate motions late last month, to appeal a state board’s ruling that he should be reinstated with no back pay.
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Lack of cable competition not moved by merger
By Allan Smith | Mar. 10, 2014Although the top two cable providers in the United States — one being Time Warner Cable, which is popular in Athens — are on the cusp of joining forces, subscribers shouldn’t anticipate any change in the near future, cable officials have said.
Fluff Bakery pitches liquor license plan
By Emma Ockerman | Mar. 10, 2014At least five liquor licenses have been transferred between establishments in the City of Athens without a fight since 2012.
News Briefs: Jim Sands, Stewart St. Fire, Fluff liquor license
Mar. 9, 2014Athens City Council President out of Hospital
Sheriff Indicted: Suspension decision remains private
By Kelly Fisher, Lucas Daprile | Mar. 9, 2014The three judges appointed by Ohio Supreme Court Chief Justice Maureen O’Connor to determine whether Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly should be suspended from office have come to a decision, but it won’t be made public for the time being.
Kasich to appoint student trustee
Feb. 27, 2014Four students will interview with Gov. John Kasich early next month — and one will be chosen to replace Amanda Roden as one of Ohio University’s student trustees.
Cops: sign form, protect your stuff
By Allan Smith | Feb. 27, 2014Gaming systems, laptops, TVs and jewelry were reported stolen from students’ off-campus homes during Ohio University’s Winter Break, but authorities say there are numerous precautions students can take to prevent being a victim during Spring Break.
Student pleads not guilty in 'one of the largest' drug busts in Athens city, county history
By Kelly Fisher | Feb. 26, 2014The Ohio University student linked to a drug ring involving former OU football players pleaded not guilty at his arraignment Wednesday.
Woman accused of human trafficking placed on new bond at pretrial
By Kelly Fisher | Feb. 25, 2014The state and the defense in the Athens County Common Pleas Court debated Tuesday whether a Glouster woman accused of human trafficking should have her bond altered.
Athens court case draws attention to human trafficking
By Kelly Doran | Feb. 24, 2014After a case involving human trafficking hit home last fall, law enforcement, students and local organizations have been turning their attention to curbing human trafficking in the state.
A local house fire is being investigated by the state, and as a result, there are suspicions of arson
By Allan Smith | Feb. 24, 2014The cause of an early Sunday morning fire at 68 Stewart St. remains undetermined and the Ohio State Fire Marshal’s Office is still working with local authorities, officials said.
'Pumpkin' becomes a Bobcat
By Olivia Bower | Feb. 24, 2014His fur is orange, he wears a blue collar with a bell attached and he will steal pens if you set them down near him.
Columbus area man dies after fall behind local bar
By Lucas Daprile | Feb. 23, 2014A man from the Columbus area died early Sunday morning after he fell down a flight of steps and hit his head behind a Court Street bar.
Educators highlight needed changes in education
By Suhyeon Park | Feb. 22, 2014After President Barack Obama emphasized improving public education in his State of the Union address, local education officials are discussing which changes they would like to see.
Athens City Council almost finished with meeting chamber renovations
By Emma Ockerman | Feb. 22, 2014The Athens City Council chambers have been home to its fair share of eyesores.
Panel to determine Sheriff suspension
By Lucas Daprile | Feb. 20, 2014Ohio Supreme Court Justice Maureen O’Connor has appointed three retired justices to serve on a panel that will determine whether Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly should be suspended from office.
Booze and barbecue
By Kelly Doran | Feb. 20, 2014Sean Kiser has always been in the restaurant business.
House Bill could broaden subpoena power
By Emma Ockerman | Feb. 20, 2014Athens City Law Director Pat Lang, who is responsible for directing the prosecution of misdemeanor cases within the city and parts of Athens County, has a powerful job.
Ohio Department of Insurance helps Ohioans save millions
By Kelly Fisher | Feb. 19, 2014Ohio consumers saved or recovered more than $23 million last year through the Ohio Department of Insurance’s toll-free hotlines, community outreach efforts and counseling sessions, according to the department.
Athens' Annual Report
By Allan Smith | Feb. 19, 2014Noise- and alcohol-related arrests were at their lowest point in years, according to a recently released city report, which also showed that police and Athens residents have been more proactive than in recent years in reporting suspicious activity in neighborhoods.
