City council discussed tobacco retailer licenses
By Payton Daugherty | Dec. 5Athens City Council met on Monday to discuss two ordinances concerning tobacco retailer licenses, or TRL.
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After nearly 20 years, Zoe Fine Dining is officially closed
By Madalyn Blair | Dec. 3Zoe Fine Dining, located at 24 ½ E. State St., announced Wednesday on its Instagram and Facebook pages it has officially closed.
Fracking now allowed in Ohio state parks, wildlife areas
By Maggie Amacher | Nov. 29The Oil and Gas Land Management Commission declared its decision to allow fracking in Ohio state parks and wildlife areas owned by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources on Nov. 15.
Gunshots fired at Tablertown People of Color Museum sign
By Harshita Singhania | Nov. 29David Butcher, the museum’s founder, and his wife were at home when they heard rapid gunshots around 8:25 p.m. on Nov. 11.
Athens parking increased by 25 cents an hour
By Paige Fisher | Nov. 21Parking fees will increase by 25 cents per meter, Mayor Steve Patterson said, the increase will help fund phase three of renovation to the Athens parking garage
Student senate held town hall for health and well-being
By Paige Fisher | Nov. 20On Monday, the student senate held a town hall focusing on how Ohio University supports student health and well-being.
The Ridges construction date set for 2025
By Suzanne Piper | Nov. 15Director of Real Estate Dominick Brook said official construction on the Ridges won’t occur until 2025.
Athens business, QuickLoadz, awarded $15,000 from Amazon
By Suzanne Piper | Nov. 15Every year Amazon awards 15 small businesses a cash grant, and one Athens-founded business was the only Ohio applicant to win.
Man passed out behind the wheel, burglary at Shivley Hall
By Kendall Wright | Nov. 15A man passed out behind his wheel was found to be well and taking a nap.
Recent changes to Ohio's legal system affect Athens residents
By Disha Hoque | Nov. 15Interpreting the effects of what the recent election results will have on Athens residents.
Opportunity Promise Award to give free tuition for local Pell Eligible students
By Suzanne Piper | Nov. 6President Gonzalez’s scholarship to free tuition and automatic admission
What Happens on Court Stays on Court: Roman Candle
By Hannah Campbell and Tate Raub | Nov. 2In this episode of What Happens on Court Stays on Court, hosts Tate Raub and Hannah Campbell talk with members of local band Roman Candle.
Winner of the ninth annual Athena Award announced
By Sydney Myers | Nov. 2The ninth annual Athena Award was presented to Athens resident William “Billy” Peacock.
Bomb threat at local school, multiple scam calls
By Kendall Wright | Nov. 1OUPD deployed its canine explosive team to the Alexander School District.
The Farmacy announces it will close
By Madalyn Blair | Nov. 1The store has served the Athens community for 53 years, supplying people with grocery food items, essential oils, health and beauty products, and a deli serving sandwiches and smoothies.
Student senate receives board of trustees update
By Paige Fisher | Oct. 26Student Senate met on Wednesday to receive an update about the Board of Trustees from the student trustees.
Smiling Skull Saloon loses liquor license
By Kendall Wright | Oct. 25The Skull was found selling alcohol during a suspension period of its permit, resulting in a $10,000 fine or getting its permit revoked.
Potential name change for Wayne National Forest
By Maggie Amacher | Oct. 25Wayne National Forest, the only national forest in Ohio, is facing a potential renaming as discussions arise concerning its historical connections to violence and displacement toward Native Americans.
Students have limited clothing options in Athens
By Sydney Myers | Oct. 25There are limited clothing stores and nearby options for Athens residents, forcing many people to either shop online or drive long distances to go to a mall with a wide variety.
APD, OUPD prepare for underage drinking on Halloween
By Suzanne Piper | Oct. 25As Halloween approaches, APD and OUPD anticipates underage students to take part in drinking at parties and bars
