The city of Athens began its Pilot Controlled Deer Archery Program at the start of the 2024-25 Ohio Hunting Season. Of the 3,663 harvested deer in Athens County from the 2024-25 hunting season, five were harvested from the Athens archery program.
Lostro building construction brought concern with residents regarding groundwater supply.
Plans to place solar panel arrays on three facilities in the Athens campus were discussed at the January Board of Trustees meeting.
An explosion at a fracking pad in Guernsey County caused a fire which burned for 18 hours.
The Princeton Review ranked OU among the country’s Top 50 Green Schools, recognizing it for its sustainability efforts and principles.
Acid mine drainage has affected Sunday Creek, but Rural Action is working to improve the quality of water throughout Southeast Ohio.
Ohio University organized a campus-wide donation drive for those heavily impacted by Hurricane Helene, urging students and community members to donate
Ambrosia beetles are threatening pawpaw trees due to recent heavy rain.
The Ohio State Fire Marshal released a no-burn order in some Ohio counties including Athens County due to the recent drought.
Much of Athens County was deemed to have “exceptional drought” as the State Fire Marshal implemented open-burn bans.
After nine months effective and a lawsuit from the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, an Athens county judge has ruled the city of Athens' single-use plastic bag ban violates state law.
Ohio Department of Natural Resources has plans to test water in the eastern part of Athens County for possible contamination.
Celebrate “Earth Day Every Day” with the ReBike Program, an effort to promote sustainability and to get more people riding bikes in Athens.
Vegetation in place of buildings or roads can lead to improved health for both people and the environment.
Ohio University celebrated Mother Earth through a series of events going on during and after Earth Day, including information sessions, exhibits and performances.
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