City prepares for first fest weekend
By Allan Smith | Mar. 13, 2014Though it’s not officially spring until March 20, it’s already spring fest season in Athens.
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Chauncey man found guilty of multiple felonies
By Kelly Fisher | Mar. 12, 2014A Chauncey man was sentenced to five years in prison Tuesday after attempting to hide items in his car during a traffic stop and for attempting to use his son’s urine during a drug test.
OU students come forward voluntarily for arson
By Allan Smith | Mar. 12, 2014Both men charged with setting a house fire on Stewart Street have voluntarily turned themselves in.
Voter Expansion Project reignites political struggle
By Lucas Daprile | Mar. 11, 2014As former President Bill Clinton launches a campaign to change requirements to vote, another political battle between the Democrats and Republicans has ignited yet again.
Joint application could increase grant funding
By Emma Ockerman | Mar. 11, 2014The city of Athens is considering collaborating with Athens County and the city of Nelsonville on a grant that could rehabilitate several low-to-moderate income homes and rental properties throughout the city.
Chauncey man receives prison term for tampering with evidence
By Kelly Fisher | Mar. 11, 2014A Chauncey man was sentenced to five years in prison Tuesday after attempting to hide items in his car during a traffic stop and for attempting to use his son’s urine during a drug test.
New firm consults on aggregation
By Olivia Bower | Mar. 11, 2014Electric aggregation efforts in Athens County will soon begin to move forward as the Athens County Commissioners hired a consulting firm at a meeting Tuesday.
Voter Expansion Project reignites political struggle
By Lucas Daprile | Mar. 11, 2014As former President Bill Clinton launches a campaign to change requirements to vote, another political battle between the Democrats and Republicans has ignited yet again.
New firm consults on aggregation
By Olivia Bower | Mar. 11, 2014Electric aggregation efforts in Athens County will soon begin to move forward as the Athens County Commissioners hired a consulting firm at a meeting Tuesday.
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.
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.
