Substance use disorder is a national crisis, but it disproportionately affects Appalachia. In 2022, overdose rates in Appalachia were 64% higher than the rest of the country. ARC hopes to address this issue through awareness, recovery ecosystems and its INSPIRE program.
This week’s headlines involve major changes to SNAP benefits as the shutdown continues, Trump’s alleged nuclear testing plan and more.
The Athens City Council heard from over 25 community members with comments regarding an ordinance that provides temporary shelters for unhoused individuals on North Congress Street. The public comments expressed several concerns, including safety, winter weather, substance abuse and misinformation.
Early voting is a great resource for college students who won’t be in their hometowns on Election Day. In November 2024, almost 45% of Ohio voters cast early ballots -- either in-person or through absentee voting.
The Ohio Education Association, Ohio Federation of Teachers and the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) Ohio Conference joined to sue the state over what they considered an “unconstitutional” effort to change the STRS board and deny Ohio teachers control over their retirements.
Many are concerned about the economic impact job cuts could have on Southeast Ohio, which relies on revenue from visitors to wildlife areas. Bryden said tourism and spending from park-goers bring in a lot of benefits that are instrumental in improving the region.
Rural areas are more difficult to construct broadband services because of economic underdevelopment and geographical spread.
This week’s headlines involve a ruling on Google’s monopoly and efforts to ban stock trading in Congress.
Athens City Council held a public hearing on rezoning 111 Hooper St., considering changing the zoning from single-family to multifamily to allow construction of a new apartment complex.
Ohio’s budget bill, passed by the House on April 9, is drawing backlash from school and library leaders who fear proposed funding changes could destabilize their services.
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