OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital names new president
By Luke Furman | Mar. 17, 2015OhioHealth named an Ohio University graduate as the new president of its O’Bleness Hospital in a press release on Tuesday
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Council declares West Union buildings historical
By EMILY BOHATCH | Mar. 16, 2015At their weekly meeting, Athens City Council passed an ordinance declaring buildings affected by the West Union Street fire historical.
Mill Fest brings a number of public urination citations
By Joshua Lim | Mar. 16, 2015Police officers issued about six public urination citations on Saturday
Petition to end free Sunday parking in lieu of rate increase
By William T. Perkins | Mar. 16, 2015While the city plans to increase rates at the parking garage, one resident hopes to open a discussion on religious privilege by proposing an end to free Sunday parking.
From the Local Desk: Mill Fest
By EMILY BOHATCH | Mar. 15, 2015The craziest sights and sounds Local Staff saw at Mill Fest
Council to hold public meeting to discuss fate of West Union Street buildings
By EMILY BOHATCH | Mar. 15, 2015At their Monday night meeting, Athens City Council will hold a public meeting to discuss whether or not buildings effected by the West Union Street fire should be declared historic.
Milliron Fest maintains rainy and mild vibe
By Luke Furman | Mar. 12, 2015@ThePost's first fest coverage of the year. Make sure to follow @ThePostLocal for the live tweets!
Sheriff’s Office receives weekly calls regarding suicide attempts
By Julia Fair | Mar. 12, 2015According to the Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation’s website, the national average suicide rate is 11.5 per 100,000 individuals. Athens County is higher than that average, with 11.8 suicides per 100,000 individuals.
Athens resident killed in a hit and run on U.S. Route 35
By Matt Cudahy | Mar. 12, 2015An accident occurred at 5:30 a.m. on U.S. Route 35 killing Athens resident Richard Cartwright, 21.
Athens Police Department reminds students to keep it safe during Mill Fest
By Emma Ockerman | Mar. 12, 2015Aside from bringing in outside law enforcement officers to cover the ground the APD and OUPD can’t, city officials are urging students to be smart, civil and safe — and not to use alcohol as an excuse for debauchery — as they embark up and down Mill Street.
Marijuana growing operation shut down in Amesville
By Julia Fair | Mar. 12, 2015Law enforcement officers recovered 47 marijuana plants from a home near Amesville Wednesday. Officers also found equipment for growing and selling marijuana, $751 in cash, suspected prescription pills and 12 firearms.
Green Beer Day: OU’s alternative to St. Patrick's day
By EMILY BOHATCH | Mar. 11, 2015Students skipped out on class Wednesday afternoon to dress in their green best and hit the bars.
American Red Cross honors Union Street fire 'heroes'
By EMILY BOHATCH | Mar. 10, 2015Athens' first responders from the West Union fire were honored during the Hometown Heroes breakfast Tuesday morning
My Sister’s Place has to turn away domestic violence victims due to lack of bed space
By Emma Ockerman | Mar. 10, 2015Extra patients might have to go to Gallia or Fairfield counties.
OUPD receives fourth sex-related report for Spring Semester
By Julia Fair | Mar. 10, 2015The department made its first arrest of the semester for such a crime.
Make sure you actually have enough cash for your next drunken cab ride
By Julia Fair | Mar. 10, 2015When someone can’t pay their cab fare due to their level of intoxication, law enforcement officers will sometimes place the individual in Southeastern Ohio Jail until they sober up.
Driving home? Check traffic with ODOT site before you go
By Matt Cudahy | Mar. 10, 2015The Ohio Department of Transportation runs a website called ohgo.com, which allows motorists to check road conditions and delays before they head out.
Council proposes ordinance to solve pay raise dispute.
By EMILY BOHATCH | Mar. 9, 2015After a dispute between Mayor Paul Wiehl and Auditor Kathy Hecht over non-union pay raises, council has put forward an ordinance to remedy the situation
Woman reports being hit in face by boyfriend’s grandmother
By Joshua Lim | Mar. 9, 2015A female was reportedly struck in the face by her boyfriend’s grandmother
Athens County EMS is trying to attract employees as job market heats up
By Matt Cudahy | Mar. 9, 2015Athens County EMS Director Rick Callebs talks about his hopes to make Athens a career destination for EMS workers.
