Local wedding planner captures 'soul' in her wedding
By Andrea Frazier, Sara Lowenstein | Oct. 8, 2012Editor’s note: this is the first of a four-part series examining the weddings in Athens.
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City Council discusses property development and historic preservation
By Ben Mathes | Oct. 7, 2012The future of a former Columbia Gas property on East State Street was addressed at Athens City Council on Monday night, as well as a comprehensive plan to create historic districts in the city.
Sales heat up for salsa maker
By Andrea Frazier | Oct. 6, 2012An Athens health-foods store has begun to spice up its shelves by selling locally made salsa.
Athens politicians congregate for debate
By Sam Howard | Oct. 3, 2012Democratic politicians, Ohio University students and Athens residents joined together with a common interest Tuesday night — to cheer on President Barack Obama as he squared off against Republican nominee Mitt Romney in the first presidential debate.
The Plains woman pleads no contest in stepdaughter murder case
By Marika Lee | Oct. 2, 2012A 26-year-old woman pleaded no contest Tuesday to killing her 4-year-old stepdaughter in May 2011.
Commissioners talk job growth at forum
By XANDER ZELLNER | Oct. 2, 2012Athens County Commissioner candidates answered questions about fracking, balancing the budget, transportation and job creation Tuesday night at the first of six Candidates’ Forums.
Alleged sexual assault, more citations reported for 10Fest
By Marika Lee | Oct. 2, 2012Despite attendance being down for the first fall Number Fest, the Ohio Investigative Unit issued more citations at 10Fest than in the spring’s 9Fest, and a student reported an alleged attempted sexual assault.
Little Hocking resident sentenced to 16 years for bank robbery charges
By Marika Lee | Oct. 2, 2012A Little Hocking man was sentenced to 16 years in prison after pleading guilty Tuesday to 10 felony charges stemming from a 2008 bank robbery.
Area Democrats focus on political positivity
Oct. 1, 2012A group of local Democrats has worked in recent months to infuse positivity into what has become a negative campaign season through eye-catching Obama artwork.
Brown's priority student debt, aid during visit
By Ryan Clark | Sep. 30, 2012Though few students came to see him Saturday, SenatorSherrod Brown said he is still fighting for financial aid.
Four men indicted on 14 felony counts
By Marika Lee | Sep. 29, 2012Four men were indicted on 14 felony counts each after allegedly robbing and stabbing an elderly woman in Coolville in January.
Forums give residents a voice before elections
By Diana Wiebe | Sep. 27, 2012With the election 40 days away, community members can get involved in the race by attending the Candidates’ Forums sponsored by the Athens Public Library and the Athens County League of Women Voters.
VP's son follows up on father's visit to Athens
By Ben Mathes | Sep. 26, 2012Three weeks after his father’s stop in Athens, Beau Biden visited the local Obama for America office Wednesday to encourage and thank volunteers for their efforts.
Compensation from program still needed to offset county's unemployment
By Marika Lee | Sep. 25, 2012Recent national figures showing increased employment nationwide are leading to a decline in federal unemployment funding, but some Athens County residents might still need the help.
City to repair bike path after flood
By Kelly Fisher | Sep. 23, 2012Many students endure cracks, bumps and flooding while using the Hockhocking Adena Bikeway for transportation and exercise, but a section of the path will soon see repairs after a recent washout.
Suspected bank robber remains at large, FBI called in to investigate
By Joshua Jamerson | Sep. 20, 2012A Citizens Bank branch in Nelsonville was robbed at gunpoint at around 2 p.m. Thursday, and the suspect is still armed and at large.
Alcohol-sale issue for bait and tackle shop excluded from ballot
By Marika Lee | Sep. 20, 2012Athens County residents will not be able to vote in the upcoming election to determine whether a local bait and tackle business should be able to sell alcohol on Sundays because of a recently dismissed lawsuit.
Athens Wal-Mart removes beer-promoting fest banners
By XANDER ZELLNER | Sep. 19, 2012Signs at the Athens Wal-Mart that declared the store to be the “Fest Supplies Headquarters” were taken down because of potential confusion about who sponsored the controversial block parties.
Council urges businesses, residents to apply for grant
By Joshua Jamerson | Sep. 18, 2012The Athens County Economic Development Council wants to give away $15,000 in grant money, but the organization is having difficulty finding someone to take it.
City Council: New ordinances aim to make Halloween safer
By Ben Mathes, Sam Howard | Sep. 17, 2012Ohio University and Athens city officials are already thinking about keeping annual Halloween festivities safe, even though the event is more than a month away.
