Age-Friendly Athens County invests in older adults, future for county
By Abby Neff | Feb. 10, 2022“I really want to be able to stay here and continue to grow and learn and enjoy all the things I love about the region now when I’m even older.”
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Police Blotter: dog attack reported, ID and bank statement stolen from mailbox
By Molly Wilson | Feb. 9, 2022The owner of the dog who attacked the other was unreachable at the time of report.
Athens, OU officials, students prepare for 2022 fest season
By Kendall Wright | Feb. 8, 2022After a two-year hiatus, Brick Life Entertainment is coordinating fests for 2022.
City Council: Body discusses mask mandate extension
By Molly Wilson | Feb. 8, 2022Councilwoman Sarah Grace, D-At Large, said she has been tracking local data and suggested Council wait until its next meeting to decide whether it will approve the extension.
Police Blotter: Landlord, renter dispute; Vehicle removed from State Route 56
By Molly Wilson | Feb. 2, 2022In the complaint, the renter reported that her landlord shut off her water.
Weekly Weather: Snow ending Friday, cold temperatures throughout much of next week
By Sydney Walters | Feb. 2, 2022Your Athens weather for the weekend and a look into next week.
Weather: Major ice storm to impact Athens on Thursday and Friday
By Sydney Walters | Feb. 2, 2022Heavy icing and power outages are possible as a winter storm approaches the region.
Athens County reports 4 new COVID-19 deaths
By Sophia Young | Jan. 31, 2022Athens has over 2,500 active cases and a positivity rate of 16.2%.
U.S. Senate candidates Josh Mandel and Morgan Harper discuss race, environment in debate
By Payton Daugherty | Jan. 27, 2022The candidates may face off in the Nov. 8 general election if they make it past the primaries on May 3.
Police Blotter: Man found sleeping in car; dog bites bystander
By Molly Wilson | Jan. 27, 2022The dog was secured prior to the deputies’ arrival, and the victim of the dog bite refused medical treatment.
Weekly Weather: Snow to kick off the weekend, a warmup through next week
By Sydney Walters | Jan. 26, 2022Your Athens weather for the weekend and a look into next week.
How high filtration masks slow spread of COVID-19, impact pollution
By Paige Fisher | Jan. 25, 2022Surgical masks are not as effective as N95 and KN95 masks, but they are more preventative in curbing transmission compared to homemade or cloth masks, James Gaskell, commissioner at the Athens City-County Health Department, said.
City Council: Body discusses 2021 projects from Athens City Commission on Disabilities
By Payton Daugherty | Jan. 24, 2022Council’s committees presented information regarding financial status and projects from 2021.
Spin scooters removed from Athens, OU
By Sophia Young | Jan. 24, 2022The company’s global restructuring causes withdrawal from markets, including Athens.
Coronavirus: Athens County reports 107th COVID death
By Emma Skidmore | Jan. 24, 2022The county currently has nearly 3,500 active coronavirus cases.
Food banks, pantries continue to fight food insecurity in Southeast Ohio as COVID-19 affects funds, supplies
By Addie Hedges | Jan. 23, 2022As COVID-19 continues to affect those grappling with food insecurity, local food banks and pantries encourage those who can donate food, money or volunteer time to do so.
Vaccine providers stay busy as COVID-19 transmission rises
By Donovan Hunt | Jan. 23, 2022Over 2,000 students tested positive for COVID-19 during winter break or prior to Spring Semester move-in, Gillian Ice, special assistant to the president for public health operations, said.
New dog park in Nelsonville being considered by city officials
By Tre Spencer | Jan. 20, 2022A new dog park could bring dog owners in Nelsonville a place for recreation and opportunities to connect with the community.
Police Blotter: Stolen car found; catalytic converter reported stolen
By Molly Wilson | Jan. 19, 2022The owner of the car was contacted and asked for the vehicle to be left where it was found until they could retrieve it the following morning.
City Council: Contract reopener for city police union discussed
By Payton Daugherty | Jan. 18, 2022The police union contract reopener would include a 2.5% increase in pay for 2022.
