20-year-old rape kits sent in for free testing
By Kelly Fisher | Sep. 8, 2013Free rape kit testing from the Bureau of Criminal Investigation is working to ensure that more perpetrators end up behind bars.
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Dying Breeds
By Hannah Yang | Sep. 8, 2013Nestled in the hills outside Athens is a safe haven for a few locals who are trying to avoid extinction.
OU student approved for public defender in appellate court's ruling
By Branden Labarowski | Sep. 5, 2013Per ruling of the 4th District Court of Appeals, Ohio University student Kelly Kasler has been granted a public defender after previously being denied one by an
Fact Check: Kelly's claims on allegations tested
By Lucas Daprile | Sep. 4, 2013Amid several allegations against Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly — and a written statement from him maintaining his innocence — sources seem to largely corroborate three of the sheriff’s claims.
Alleged vandal pleads guilty to domestic violence
By Kelly Fisher | Sep. 3, 2013A Chauncey man accused of vandalism pleaded guilty Thursday to one count of domestic violence.
Council sets dates and plans repairs in first meeting since July
By Cassie Kelly, Julie Weller | Sep. 3, 2013Athens City Council is back from recess and met on Tuesday for its first meeting since July 15. The biggest topic of discussion was Halloween, covering precautionary measures for the city’s biggest event of the year.
Pat Kelly responds to subpoenas, allegations
By Lucas Daprile | Sep. 3, 2013As Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly was served four subpoenas Friday, a new chapter was written in the grand jury investigation into complaints of wrongdoing in his office.
Local produce draws student crowds
By Julie Weller | Sep. 2, 2013Local companies in Athens generally enjoy the business Ohio University students bring, and though a lot of students live in dorms, the Athens Farmers Market isn’t an exception.
West Nile Virus testing no longer state-funded
By Sam Howard | Sep. 2, 2013By the time Labor Day rolls around each year, Charles Hammer said it’s safe to assume the West Nile virus has made its way into Athens County’s mosquito population.
Officials hope new signs, barriers prevent fatalities at Hocking Hills
By Sam Howard | Aug. 29, 2013After a deadly spring at Hocking Hills State Park this year, state employees swore to make the park safer than ever before.
Slight peak in rowdiness normal for opening weekend, police say
By Allan Smith | Aug. 29, 2013Noise complaints and reports of break-ins are the most typical types of activity local police deal with when students return to Athens, law enforcement officials said.
Woman, slated to be local teacher, linked to drug bust
By XANDER ZELLNER | Aug. 26, 2013Kari Labello, 40, had planned on beginning a new job as an art teacher in the Gallia County school district Monday, but instead she’s behind bars at the Southeastern Ohio Regional Jail under a $10,055 bond.
New sidewalks provide safe walking routes for students
By Cassie Kelly | Aug. 26, 2013Athens City Council approved the Safe Routes to School project this summer to install and repair school sidewalks, and now that classes are in session, school officials are happy with the progress.
City plans park area for purchased land
By Kate Hiller | Aug. 26, 2013A group of family members living as close as Michigan and as far away as Paris all have one geographical location in common: 15 acres of land in Athens, Ohio.
County judge grants appeal to man convicted of rape
By Kelly Fisher | Aug. 26, 2013After being convicted on July 31 of raping an intoxicated Ohio University student and being granted his appeal last week, Levi Canterbury is awaiting his next hearing.
Heavy rain delays Nelsonville bypass construction
By Sam Howard | Aug. 25, 2013If you drove through Nelsonville during your move back to Athens this past week, blame bad weather earlier this summer for your trip on the one-lane road through town.
Chase bank held up at gunpoint; suspect at large
By Lucas Daprile | Aug. 25, 2013Police are still looking for a man who held up the Chase Bank at 920 East State St. in Athens earlier today.
