Ohio Senate Bill 56 is a proposed state bill that would overhaul certain aspects of the current cannabis industry in Ohio, although it has yet to gain approval of both the state house and senate in its current form.
The Athens City Council passed Ordinance 110-25 at its Nov. 3 meeting, establishing an official cybersecurity policy for the city.
State opioid treatment has been inaccessible to citizens in rural areas due to lack of facilities. The implementation of mobile opioid treatment units will allow for more treatment opportunities in Ohio.
A Facebook group titled “Boycotting Athens gas stations!” has 2.8k members who voice concerns regarding the price of gas in Athens. Prices in Athens County remain higher than in many neighboring areas.
The Gathering Place is moving forward with its Conestoga Hut initiative, a project that will house three homeless individuals in Athens. The huts will be placed on The Gathering Place’s property and support the individuals with various resources and community.
Carfentanil, a lethal synthetic opioid, is on the rise in Ohio, and experts are concerned about the impact of such a deadly drug on the Southeast Ohio and Appalachian region.
Due to the government shutdown, SNAP benefits have ceased since Nov. 1. Local food banks discuss how community members will be affected by this issue, and will continue to try to provide for the community supported by SNAP.
The Athens County election results have revealed the mayors for the towns and villages of Nelsonville, Glouster, Chauncey and Coolville.
Athens County residents approved all three levy issues on the ballot during the 2025 General Election on Nov. 4, according to unofficial results as of 9:08 p.m. Tuesday.
As ballots get cast and “I voted” stickers get placed on shirts, candidates wait for the final votes in Athens County. The final result of the Nelsonville votes for most candidates is as follows.
At about 6:30 p.m., an alleged grease fire broke out in the kitchen of Jackie O’s Public House Restaurant about 6:30 p.m. Tuesday on 22 W. Union St. There are no known injuries at this time.
Once again, thousands of students took to Court Street Saturday to celebrate Athens’ Halloween weekend. It is an annual tradition synonymous with Athens, yet in recent years the event has seemingly lost some fervor.
Hot Box Chicken Fingers & Tots will provide free meals to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients starting Nov. 1, when all federal food aid is set to halt due to the ongoing government shutdown.
Another round of No Kings rallies occurred Oct. 18 in cities and towns across the country. Southeast Ohio hosted numerous events, including ones in Athens and Chillicothe. These events consisted of demonstrations with signs, costumes and speeches.
In 2024, celebrities and influencers came together to encourage people to vote in local elections. However, the upcoming election has not been promoted.
Athens City Council election Nov. 4 features three newcomers, unopposed races and all Democrat candidates.
Police blotter: Runaways, fake calls, alarm activation. Read more for the crimes and cops of Oct. 17 to Oct. 23.
Local elections decide rent prices, transit routes and campus safety issues that shape daily student life. When students skip the polls, others determine their future for them.
The Ohio University Percussion Club’s “A Night at the Movies” showcased students’ musical talent and creativity through dynamic, movie-inspired performances that captivated the audience.
“Cabaret” is opening at @stuartsoperahouse Thursday, providing a pre-show experience including a speakeasy nightclub with drinks and burlesque dancers.
Solutions by The State News