100 E-Scooters are coming to Athens in early November
By Ian McKenzie | Oct. 24, 2019They will be deployed Nov. 4.
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Report shows abortions declining in Ohio, across country
By Vinny Ramundo | Oct. 24, 2019Abortion rates reach record low since nationwide legalization in 1973.
Athens Halloween to be more family-friendly
By Ellen Wagner | Oct. 24, 2019This year, Athens will host events during the day and at night so that all ages can have events to attend for Halloween weekend.
Local music store owner showcases extensive guitar collection
By Liz Partsch | Oct. 23, 2019Frank McDermott is displaying his guitar collection at the Kennedy Museum of Art.
City Council: Athens forced to comply with new centralized municipal income tax law
By Vinny Ramundo | Oct. 22, 2019Two ordinances were also introduced to dispose of an aging fire truck and purchase a new one.
Ohio University’s Economic Impact Study shows school's contributions to the Ohio economy
By Taylor Burnette | Oct. 21, 2019The economic impact of students in Athens is reflected in the abundance of local businesses around the campus.
Mayor Patterson secures endorsement from US Sen. Sherrod Brown
By George Shillcock | Oct. 20, 2019Patterson received a “canary candidate” endorsement from Democratic Sen. Sherrod Brown.
City Council, mayoral candidates cover housing and environmental issues at debate
By Emma Skidmore | Oct. 18, 2019Mayoral candidates and At-Large City Council members openly discussed their ideas regarding a variety of topics.
Uptown parking garage to receive repairs
By Kirsten Thomas | Oct. 17, 2019The elevators have been repaired, but a facelift of $630,000 is still in the works.
Women’s Center to sponsor NEDA Walk Saturday honoring eating disorder survivors
By Hannah Burkhart | Oct. 17, 2019The NEDA walk will take place Saturday morning.
Blotter: Police called for open house door; employee misusing company credit card
By Ian McKenzie | Oct. 16, 2019The resident just likes leaving the door open.
Marshalls to open later this month
By Logan Moore | Oct. 15, 2019The new Marshalls on East State Street will open Oct. 24.
Police chiefs speak about policies and racial bias at Ask the Chiefs forum
By Nolan Simmons | Oct. 9, 2019The chiefs of the Athens Police, Ohio University Police and Hocking College Police departments were present.
Athens prepares for Homecoming
By Taylor Burnette | Oct. 9, 2019Preparations include parade route instructions, the additional presence of first responders and extra trash clean up.
Athens Police Department to buy new firearms
By Emma Skidmore | Oct. 3, 2019APD is purchasing new firearms to cut down on ammunition costs.
Athens County Board of Elections overpaid employees by more than $1600 last year, state auditor says
By Bennett Leckrone | Oct. 3, 2019The overpayments to eight employees were a “clerical error,” a board official said.
Unwanted paint job: Richland Avenue roundabout temporarily closed
By Ellen Wagner | Oct. 3, 2019The roundabout is closed due to a paint spill.
APD officer involved in viral arrest has alleged history of using excessive force
By Nolan Simmons | Oct. 3, 2019Officer Ethan Doerr has been accused twice of using excessive force during an arrest.
Athens mayor brings local issues to a national level
By George Shillcock | Oct. 2, 2019Mayor Steve Patterson is on the board of directors for the National League of Cities and recently visited Washington D.C. to talk with U.S. Senators and Representatives.
Athens Farmers Market considers move to Athens Community Center
By Taylor Burnette | Sep. 29, 2019The market has no definitive timeline for the move but is looking into another location to expand both their vendors and other opportunities
