Minimum wage amendment could make its way onto Ohio's 2016 ballot
By William T. Perkins | Nov. 11, 2015Stand Up for Ohio is trying to boost the minimum wage to $12 dollars an hour in six years.
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Athens Veterans Day Parade to weave through Uptown
By Alyse Peck | Nov. 10, 2015Athens residents and students will come together to honor veterans in the annual Athens Veterans Day Parade starting at 10 a.m. Wednesday.
Man reports unwanted filming in Ohio University library bathroom
By Julia Fair | Nov. 9, 2015The Ohio University Police department received its second report of someone filming an individual while in an Alden Library restroom Friday, marking the 14th sex-related crime on campus this semester.
Police Blotter: Ohio University student fleeing cops drops phone, keys, shoes
By Bailey Gallion | Nov. 9, 2015The incident was one of 13 drug-related incidents OUPD reported from Nov. 2-8.
Anti-war protestors spend hour each Monday advocating for peace
Nov. 9, 2015A group of anti-war protestors gather in front of the Athens Courthouse every Monday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Athens Administration unappreciative of 'hoverboard contraptions,' APD requests greater age range for recruits
By Kaitin Fochesato | Nov. 9, 2015Service-Safety Director Paula Horan-Moseley expressed her dismay at the growing number of "Back to the Future contraptions" in Athens and the Athens Police Department is looking to widen the age range of its new recruits.
CDC study finds more young adults have tried e-cigarettes than the overall adult population
Nov. 9, 201521.6 percent of 18 to 24 year olds have tried an e-cigarette in their lifetimes compared to 12.6 percent of all adults.
Judge rules Ohio University doesn't have to pay student's dental bill
Nov. 8, 2015Wednesday, a judge ruled that Ohio University doesn't have to pay a student's $2,870 dental bill.
Armory studies worthy investment, officials say
By William T. Perkins | Nov. 8, 2015The city has appropriated $125,000 into the building.
Students, law enforcement affected by OUSAP's uncertain future
By Julia Fair | Nov. 8, 2015OUSAP's uncertain future impacts students and local law enforcement agencies.
Projects new and old to be discussed at Athens City Council meeting
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Nov. 8, 2015With old projects like the non-union personnel fringe benefits package review potentially under wraps, Athens City Council looks to take on new tasks before the end of the year.
Former Athens resident looks to open dispensary in Athens, despite Issue 3 turnover
By William T. Perkins | Nov. 8, 2015Alex Mayer, a former Athens resident, wants to open a marijuana dispensary in Athens.
Fight led to broken window at The Over Hang during Dads Weekend
By Bailey Gallion | Nov. 8, 2015Witnesses at the scene of the fight weren't sure whether dads were involved, and planned to carry on with their night.
Uber seeks expansion, does not confirm any plans for Ohio University
By Bailey Gallion | Nov. 5, 2015An Uber spokeswoman didn’t confirm and plans for the app to provide service to the Ohio University area, but did say the company was “always looking for opportunities for expansion.”
Central Ohio project gives hundreds the chance to have their own bed
By Paige Clayton | Nov. 4, 2015Bed Brigade, a nonprofit organization in central Ohio, gives hundreds of people the chance to finally have a bed to call their own.
Athens County Historical Society to move from Court to West State
By William T. Perkins | Nov. 4, 2015The Athens County Historical Society and Museum will be moving from Court Street to West State Street.
Ohio and Athens County voters reject marijuana legalization in Tuesday's election
By Nora Jaara | Nov. 3, 2015Ohio voters passed redistricting and anti-monopoly ballot issues, but voted against a marijuana legalization proposal sponsored by ResponsibleOhio.
Cochran, Kotses and McGee elected to city council, Issue 3 fails in Ohio
By EMILY BOHATCH | Nov. 3, 2015Jennifer Cochran (D), Peter Kotses (D) and Pat McGee (I) will become sitting members of Athens City Council in January.
Local business owner Peter Kotses captures an at-large seat on Athens City Council
By Kyra Cobb | Nov. 3, 2015Peter Kotses, owner of Athens Bicycle, elected as at-large city councilman.
Rape case dismissed in municipal court due to 'criminal procedure'
By EMILY BOHATCH | Nov. 3, 2015A rape case scheduled to be heard in Athens County Municipal Court today was dismissed due to “criminal procedure.”
