Jackie O's expands to meet brewery demands
By Allan Smith | Jan. 30, 2012Ranked alongside grocery store brands Goose Island and Dogfish Head, most wouldn’t expect one of the world’s top breweries to be crafting beer in a basement.
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Former Texas mayor recounts 'fracking' battle
By Kelly Gifford | Jan. 29, 2012First it was the smell — an annoyance that concerned the residents of the small Texas town. But when the nosebleeds began, Calvin Tillman realized he needed to investigate the effects of hydraulic fracturing.
Health center works to improve feminine care options
By Sarah Grothjan | Jan. 29, 2012Editor’s note: Lucy Smith’s name has been changed to protect her identity.
New eatery: dine to the nines
By Sara Lowenstein | Jan. 26, 2012With the kitchen in full view, a menu without prices and limited seating, Nine Tables is not your typical restaurant — and the Athens family who opened it likes it that way.
Taxi takers might be dialing wrong number
By Joshua Jamerson | Jan. 25, 2012An unadvertised phone number — and allegations surrounding it — are creating acrimony between two of Athens’ three cab companies.
Athens' state legislators divided on abortion bill
By Kelly Gifford | Jan. 23, 2012The nation’s most aggressive abortion legislation has split not only Athens County’s representatives but also Ohio’s once unified anti-abortion movement.
Under the influence, under 21: Cracking down Uptown
By Alex Stuckey | Jan. 23, 2012The heavy wooden doors of The Crystal’s purple-panel and blue-tile facade hid a secret for three years before it was shut down last April — it owed the state almost $40,000 in corporate franchise taxes and was ordered to shut down until the debt was paid.
Under the influence, under 21: Drinking age a result of Reagan era politics
By Alex Stuckey | Jan. 23, 2012The 21st-birthday countdown starts months in advance.
Under the influence, under 21: Underage drinkers face stiffer penalties in Ohio
By Alex Stuckey | Jan. 22, 2012The outline of his hand still visible across her cheek, the distraught Ohio University senior recounted her boyfriend’s attack at a North McKinley Avenue apartment last February.
Under the influence, under 21: Bars a safer bet for those under age 21 in Athens
By Alex Stuckey | Jan. 22, 2012Editor’s Note: To protect identities, some sources are first-name only.
Sheriff announces program to curb active warrants
By Stefan Malmsten | Jan. 22, 2012In 2000, Jack Weatherby began racking up warrants for his arrest — nine in total — for charges ranging from disorderly conduct to drug abuse.
Deputy again under scrutiny
By Marika Lee | Jan. 19, 2012Records released yesterday show that a currently suspended Ohio University deputy police officer’s run-in with the law last month was not his first encounter with local police.
City Council: Fluoride protests continue to arise among residents
By Ian Ording | Jan. 17, 2012The Athens City Council Chambers were nearly full with citizens concerned about the addition of fluoride to Athens drinking water and the newfound rights corporations have gained with a recent Supreme Court ruling.
Athens County nudges canine owners to obtain dog licenses
By Laura Scheer | Jan. 16, 2012Canines across Athens County are howling at their owners to purchase a dog license that will keep them safe — and area dog owners are listening.
Councilman introduces resolution against Supreme Court decision on corporations
By Ian Ording | Jan. 16, 2012As Stephen Colbert transferred his super political action committee to Jon Stewart Thursday, a local politician was planning his fight to end corporations’ ability to donate unlimited funds to election campaigns.
Sanity, competency evals cost county pretty penny
By Marika Lee | Jan. 12, 2012In May 2010, Craig Cooper forcefully entered his ex-girlfriend’s home, kidnapped her and later used her as a human shield during a police standoff.
Angry parents, faculty fight Chauncey closing
By Kelly Gifford, Xander Zellner | Jan. 11, 2012After a planning session Monday, more than 160 frustrated parents and faculty suggested alternatives that would allow the doors of Chauncey Elementary School to remain open for a little while longer.
Court Street hair salon to close doors
By Sara Lowenstein | Jan. 10, 2012In more than 60 years of business, the Regis Hair Salon on Court Street has seen everything from bobs and mohawks to updos and purple spikes while styling the hair of Athens residents and Ohio University students.
UPDATE: Fellow county commissioner fears Sullivan's domestic violence incident could hurt re-election chances
By Alex Stuckey | Jan. 10, 2012Athens County Commissioner Mark Sullivan, 52, pleaded not guilty to one count of domestic violence this morning in Athens County Municipal Court.
