Commission remains all Dems
Nov. 2, 2004Democratic incumbent Mark Sullivan firmly maintained his seat among the Athens County Commissioners, securing yesterday's election against Republican Fred Davis by more than 3,500 votes.
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Levy passes for Athens schools
Nov. 2, 2004Athens City School District passed a 7.78 mill levy and Nelsonville-York City School District passed a 4.04 bond issue.
Celebration considered less rowdy
Oct. 31, 2004Police arrested 98 people on 139 charges Saturday night as thousands flocked to Athens for the annual Halloween celebration.
Happening Halloween
Oct. 31, 2004Costume-clad partygoers were out fulfilling their pop-culture fantasies by dressing as current celebrities and icons at Athens' biggest block party of the year.
Ohio women finish 10th
Oct. 31, 2004At her first Mid-American Conference Championships, freshman Carime Reinhart took fifth place, helping the Ohio women's cross country team to a 10th-place finish with 255 points.
Athens hosts Frisbee tournament
Oct. 31, 2004The high winds and morning rains could not stop 24 men's and women's ultimate Frisbee teams from playing in Ohio's annual Halloween tournament Saturday.
Budget, job-growth issues differ among candidates
Oct. 28, 2004The candidates for Athens County Commissioner have traded barbs about the county budget, communication among departments and job creation.
Internet agreements accepted
Oct. 28, 2004The Athens City Board of Education members approved agreements with the district's internet service provider among other business at its meeting last night.
Issue passage would bring educational improvements
Oct. 28, 2004Next Tuesday the Nelsonville-York City School District will ask city residents to vote for a 4.04 mills bond issue needed to improve district buildings and to create a campus building housing all the district schools.
Visitors: Halloween isn't Athens' only attraction
Oct. 28, 2004Wait! Don't turn the page yet! I have something very important to tell you! OK, you can turn the page now. I just wasn't done reading the article below me. What's that? You actually thought I had something worthwhile to say? You must be visiting from out of town. Welcome to Halloween weekend in Athens.
Opponents battle for seat
Oct. 28, 2004Both candidates for Athens County Clerk of Court say their experience makes them the best choice for the job.
Ohio voters await Election Day duty
Oct. 28, 2004TROTWOOD, Ohio -Many Ohioans say they are relishing the chance to cast votes because of the possibility that the state may decide the presidential race.
Schools hold elections
Oct. 28, 2004If the votes of students in Athens County's school districts are any indication, John Kerry will be running away with the presidency.
Athletes warned of hazards
Oct. 28, 2004Concerned parents aren't the only people warning Ohio University students to be careful during the annual Halloween celebration in Athens. Athletes are under added scrutiny from coaches and the athletic department to make sure they follow team and department guidelines, as well as university rules.
Bobcats will travel to battle Golden Flashes
Oct. 28, 2004Things were looking good for the Bobcats when they beat Kentucky four weeks ago. It was regarded as the biggest win for the program in four years and gave the team its best five-game start in five years at 3-2.
President's warning unneeded, ineffective
Oct. 28, 2004Yesterday Ohio University President Roderick McDavis sent an e-mail to OU students discussing Halloween and giving students tips on how to make this Halloween better and safer for everyone.
Scarves aid awareness
Oct. 28, 2004As National Breast Cancer Awareness month draws to a close, some residents on Ohio University's South Green are using their free time to knit and crochet pink scarves to raise money and awareness for the disease.
Dancers must plan for multiple careers
Oct. 28, 2004Madeline Scott, director of the Ohio University School of Dance, said dance is not a realistic life-long career. Dancers need to take special considerations when planning for their futures because most of them retire in their early thirties, according to a recent report.
Officials approve day off
Oct. 28, 2004At yesterday's meeting, the Athens County commissioners approved, at the county level, a new state law allowing county government employees to take Election Day off to help at local polling locations, Commissioner Mark Sullivan said.
Athens, OU prepare for Halloween events
Oct. 28, 2004The City of Athens and Ohio University are taking precautions to ensure a safe weekend of Halloween festivities.
