Car strikes cyclist near South Beach
By Ryan Clark | June 1, 2011A woman riding her bike in front of South Beach was hit by a car today.
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Convicted rapist files new appeal
By Marika Lee | May 31, 2011A Philadelphia man convicted of rape and three other charges in Athens County filed a new appeal brief this past Thursday, asking the court to overturn his conviction. Charles H. Nguyen, 32, was convicted of one count of rape, kidnapping, burglary and tampering with evidence at his trial August 2010, after he raped an Athens woman he met over the Internet.
Budget amendment could raise alcohol content in Ohio beers
By Pat Holmes | May 31, 2011Inspired by a visit to Jackie O’s Pub and Brewery last year, Ohio Sen. Jimmy Stewart (R-20th) has proposed an amendment in the current budget that would nearly double the amount of alcoholic content of beer in Ohio.
Athens man arraigned for Dollar General robbery
By Marika Lee | May 31, 2011An Athens man charged with robbery after shoplifting from Dollar General this weekend was arraigned in the Athens County Municipal Court yesterday.
Ford F-150 reported stolen from West State Street yesterday morning
By Ryan Clark | May 31, 2011A pick-up truck was reported stolen outside an Athens residence yesterday morning after the keys were left inside.
West Virginia man arrested for rape
By Marika Lee | May 30, 2011After a warrant was issued for Jimmy P. Haddox’s arrest last week for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl, police arrested Haddox early Friday morning in West Virginia.
Thefts accumulate over long weekend
By Alex Stuckey | May 30, 2011While Athens residents and Ohio University students enjoyed an extended weekend, Athens Police officers responded to six thefts.
Police look into 2 possible arsons
By Alex Stuckey | May 29, 2011Athens Police officers are investigating two possible arsons that occurred early yesterday morning at separate BP gas stations.
Athens man arrested and charged with strong armed robbery
By Alex Stuckey | May 28, 2011An Athens man was arrested and charged with strong armed robbery after punching a Dollar General clerk.
Sen. Stewart recalls time in office after resignation
By Alex Stuckey | May 26, 2011COLUMBUS — Cruising down the highway in his maroon four-door, each mile bringing the car closer to 542,000 miles, Ohio Sen. Jimmy Stewart (R-20th) reflected back on his nearly 14 years in public office.
Accused rapist arrested in West Virginia
By Marika Lee | May 26, 2011A 33-year-old man accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in Hockingport, Ohio was arrested early this morning by police in West Virginia.
Coolville girl reports sexual assault, rape
By Ryan Clark | May 26, 2011A 13-year-old Coolville girl reported that a 33-year-old male sexually assaulted her Wednesday night in Hockingport, Ohio.
Sen. Stewart announces future position
By Ryan Dunn | May 25, 2011Ohio Sen. Jimmy Stewart, R-20th, told The Post today he will be resigning to become president of the Ohio Gas Association.
Injuries kill 4-year-old Plains girl
By Kelly Gifford | May 25, 2011A 4-year-old girl from The Plains who was the victim of a reported assault has died.
Court hears testimony, could transfer Bebb to civil hospital in Athens
By Ryan Clark | May 25, 2011Mental health experts testified in a hearing yesterday to determine whether a man found not guilty of his father’s murder by reason of insanity should be moved from a maximum security mental institution to a minimum security civil hospital, which could result in his return to Athens.
Ohio Sen. Stewart denies SB5 backlash caused resignation
By Alex Stuckey | May 25, 2011Just a day after Ohio Sen. Jimmy Stewart, R-20th, announced his resignation, state and local Democrats said they were not surprised by the announcements given his controversial Senate Bill 5 vote.
Plains woman charged with attempted murder of 4-year-old
By Ryan Dunn | May 24, 2011An Athens County woman was charged with attempted murder in the physical assault of a four-year-old girl and is being held on a $1 million bond.
State, local Democrats cite Sen. Stewart's SB5 vote as reason for his resignation
By Alex Stuckey | May 24, 2011Ohio House Rep. Debbie Phillips (D-92nd) said she was not surprised by Ohio Sen. Jimmy Stewart (R-20th)'s resignation announced yesterday.
4-year-old girl from The Plains dies after assault
By Alex Stuckey | May 24, 2011A 4-year-old girl died this afternoon from assault related injuries.
Sen. Stewart to leave public office for 'private sector'
By Alex Stuckey | May 24, 2011Ohio Senator Jimmy Stewart (R-20th) will be resigning from his seat on the Ohio Senate effective in July.
