Historical marker dedicated to 1881 lynching victim
By Anna Millar | Nov. 21, 2020The dedication was made virtually, but the historical marker is near Richland Avenue Bridge.
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Q&A: Local health commissioner James Gaskell discusses Spring Semester, working with OU on COVID-19
By Grant Ritchey | Nov. 19, 2020The city-county health department trusts Ohio University and its COVID-19 plans.
Police Blotter: Chickens trespass to owner’s property; possible fire at Menards
By Grant Ritchey | Nov. 18, 2020In this weeks' Athens police blotter, read about a smoking generator at Menards and chickens finding a new owner.
Athens County Survivors of Suicide Loss Day Event promotes remembrance, support
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 18, 2020The Athens County Suicide Prevention Coalition and NAMI Athens are hosting this event, which hopes to destigmatize mental health issues.
Weekender Briefs: Build strength with power flow yoga, join a virtual tree lighting ceremony
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 18, 2020Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this November weekend.
Transgender Day of Remembrance honored by festival
By Keri Johnson | Nov. 18, 2020The Trans (Plays) of Remembrance Festival wraps up Wednesday, Nov. 18.
Miki Ward Crawford explores, embraces her 'AppalAsian' identity
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 17, 2020Crawford’s biracial, AppalAsian identity has influenced her life greatly, from her childhood to her research on Japanese war brides.
Kennedy Museum of Art continues to bring people together virtually
By Gabriella Hayes | Nov. 17, 2020The Kennedy Museum of Art has launched numerous virtual programs that families can participate in from home.
City Council: Affordable housing discussed for low-income families, Fringe Benefits for non-union workers
By Maya Morita | Nov. 16, 2020Joseph McCabe proposes a housing development on Luhrig Road for low-income families.
Moonville tunnel’s complicated history attracts visitors, mediums
By Jackson Horvat | Nov. 16, 2020Moonville’s tunnel harbors many ghost stories, but Taylor Mead isn’t afraid.
Casa Nueva resumes dine-in services
By Bekah Bostick | Nov. 16, 2020Casa has reopened its dine-in services in the cantina.
Coronavirus: Athens County has over 300 active cases
By Ian McKenzie | Nov. 15, 2020Over 1,000 people who are in their 20s in Athens County have tested positive for COVID-19.
Jackie O’s ‘Black is Beautiful’ beer proceeds donated to organizations
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 15, 2020With donation from Jackie O's, Athens Mount Zion Baptist Church Preservation Society honors the past while looking toward the future.
HEART Mobile CPR creates educational atmosphere
By Kayla Bennett | Nov. 12, 2020Shawna Bobst created HEART Mobile CPR to encourage citizens to learn life saving skills.
Local baking businesses endure, flourish, transition during pandemic
By Keri Johnson | Nov. 11, 2020Local Cottage Food Operations have felt both the good and the bad over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bubbles Tea and Juice Co. opens Court Street location after pandemic delay
By Taylor Burnette | Nov. 11, 2020The business is now serving its teas, smoothies, acai bowls and more to Court Street consumers.
Adelphia Music Hall features local songwriters in Marietta
By Erin Gardner | Nov. 11, 2020The Southeastern Sessions will feature Craig Heath, Megan Bee and John Walsh.
Blotter: Theft at two Ronald McDonald Houses; child calls 911
By Grant Ritchey | Nov. 11, 2020Eighty nine dollars was stolen from the Ronald McDonald Houses.
Weekender Briefs: Join OU Hillel for virtual Shabbat, submit artwork to Women of Appalachia
By Isabel Nissley | Nov. 11, 2020Here’s what you can do in and around Athens this November weekend.
The 2020 Elections in Athens, Visualized
By Matthew Geiger | Nov. 10, 2020The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the landscape of Athens County voting, with a huge decline in the number of votes cast in the 2020 Election.
