New accessible trail opens at Strouds Run State Park
By George Shillcock | Oct. 14, 2018The Blackhaw Trail is a half-mile long connection trail between the Bulldog Shelter and the beach area in Strouds Run State Park.
LOCAL
City Council: City Council to discuss ordinances for Halloween preparation
By Erica Tracy | Oct. 14, 2018A portion of Court Street will be closed due to the Block Party.
OMG! Rotisserie's Court Street location to become Lady B's Fried Chicken
By Hardika Singh | Oct. 14, 2018Lady B’s Fried Chicken will open on Court Street and replace OMG! Rotisserie.
Athens County Democrats hold annual fall dinner
By Mikayla Rochelle | Oct. 11, 2018Athens County Democrats and OUCDs introduced midterm election candidates.
How students and administrators are working together to expand broadband internet in the region
By Tedi Delashmet | Oct. 10, 2018Members of the Southeast Ohio Coalition are meeting with policy makers to address connectivity issues.
A Day In Court: Why drug courts give a second chance to people struggling with addiction
By Bennett Leckrone | Oct. 10, 2018How a local judge is fighting the opioid crisis from the bench.
Police Blotter: Student staggers through University Terrace; mailboxes tampered with
By Jackie Osborne | Oct. 10, 2018The student was issued a citation for underage consumption of alcohol; deputies were unable to find who messed with the mailboxes.
How sexual assault cases are investigated by local police
By Ellen Wagner | Oct. 9, 2018Information about investigations is limited to the public due to the confidentiality of the people involved and the effect releasing information could have on the investigation.
Athens Police Department receives three sexual assault reports
By Ellen Wagner | Oct. 9, 2018This is the 19th total report of sexual assault to APD and OUPD so far this academic year.
Athens City School District looks to improve bias and discrimination policies
By Nolan Simmons | Oct. 7, 2018The district will use a multi-pronged approach to educate administrators on Titles IX, VI and VII civil rights investigations.
City Council: City Council members to discuss a pedestrian tunnel and AUBA trick-or-treat
By Erica Tracy | Oct. 7, 2018Richland Ave. will have an underground pedestrian tunnel before next school year.
Equal Rights
By Sarah M. Penix | Oct. 4, 2018House Bill 160 has been supported by the Ohio Chamber of Commerce.
Police Blotter: Intoxicated man kicks down door; penny jar reported stolen
By Jackie Osborne | Oct. 3, 2018Also, at least two dogs attracted local law enforcement’s attention.
City Council: Members review preparations for Halloween and approve construction for Richland Bridge over Coates Run
By Erica Tracy | Oct. 1, 2018Halloween Block Party music will begin at 6 p.m. on Oct. 27 on Court Street.
'It’s on Us, Bobcats' rally calls on campus to address sexual assault
By Ellen Wagner | Sep. 28, 2018The rally called for students to be better bystanders, support sexual assault survivors and create a cultural change.
Athens City Schools introduces new sexual education curriculum
By Arianna Guerra | Sep. 27, 2018Topics such as gender identity, sexual identity, healthy relationships and consent will be introduced to students in elementary school.
How the voter turnout of Ohio University students compares to that of millennials statewide
By Sara Hagan | Sep. 27, 2018In the 2014 midterm election, 12.4 percent of young Ohioans voted.
Police Blotter: OU student passes out in doorway; wedding's fireworks and music deemed too loud
By Jackie Osborne | Sep. 26, 2018The student was arrested by OUPD, and the wedding party was advised to turn the music down.
How To Vote: A guide to registering, voting absentee and changing your address
By Mikayla Rochelle | Sep. 25, 2018The midterm elections will be held Nov. 6.
Athens residents attend Medicare presenation
By Logan Moore | Sep. 25, 2018Athens residents were able to learn about Medicare benefits and options.
