Athens tourism shows the city is more than just a college town
By Abby Miller | Sep. 25, 2019A goal is to welcome new people and groups into the region.
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Athens Conservancy protects land preserves
By Emma Skidmore | Sep. 25, 2019The Blair Preserve is one of many land trusts the conservancy maintains.
Mayoral candidates field questions about infrastructure, rental housing
By George Shillcock and Nolan Simmons | Sep. 25, 2019Mayor Steve Patterson and independent challenger Damon Krane participated in the first mayoral candidate forum on Tuesday.
Climate change activism comes to Athens
By George Shillcock | Sep. 20, 2019Athens’ version of the Global Climate Strike took place Friday morning at Village Bakery.
Baileys Mountain Bike Trail starts construction after receiving funding from numerous sources
By George Shillcock | Sep. 18, 2019The first 13 miles of the 88-mile long trail broke ground and could be finished by the end of the year.
Athens Central Hotel set to open "very soon"
By Maddie Bussert | Sep. 18, 2019The modern European style is reflected on the inside and outside of the building.
Athens considers Airbnb tax raises for Bailey’s Trail funding
By Emma Skidmore | Sep. 15, 2019City Council looks to revenue from Airbnbs to pay for the Bailey’s Trail project.
Community remembers an 1881 lynching in Saturday ceremony
By Jamie Clarkson | Sep. 15, 2019Community members in attendance gathered soil for preservation in a local museum.
Videos show man falling after climbing utility pole
By Kevin Pan and Molly Schramm | Sep. 13, 2019The incident occurred Friday night behind a row of houses on Palmer Street.
CPS welcomes new therapy dog this semester
By Kirsten Thomas | Sep. 12, 2019Penny is a 14-month-old Aussiedoodle.
E-Scooters may be coming to Athens
By Maddie Bussert | Sep. 11, 2019Four or five different companies are interested in coming to Athens.
APD receives rape report
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 10, 2019This is the third rape report of the school year.
City Council considers using The Ridges as location for affordable housing
By Jamie Clarkson | Sep. 10, 2019Councilmembers are looking for ways to create affordable housing within the city limits for non-student residents.
Athens County census committee hopes to improve low rates of student self-responses
By George Shillcock | Sep. 9, 2019The average response rate for parts of Uptown Athens in 2010 was 31%, a number attributed to low self-response rates of students.
Athens city issues boil advisory
By Ian McKenzie | Sep. 5, 2019The precautionary advisory will last until 11 p.m. Friday.
Ohio University student political parties prepare for the new year
By George Shillcock | Aug. 28, 2019Both student organizations are beginning their year of supporting local candidates and helping students become politically active.
City Council: Ridges considered as potential site for affordable housing
By Bennett Leckrone | Aug. 26, 2019Affordable Housing Commission members say The Ridges could one day be a housing project.
Athens Restaurant Week celebrates local eateries
By Keri Johnson | Aug. 6, 2019Athens Restaurant Week showcased 13 restaurants in the area for a good cause.
Swing State of Mind: Athens Mayoral Candidate Damon Krane
By Maddie Capron and George Shillcock | July 15, 2019Damon Krane discusses running against current Mayor Steve Patterson.
Athens named one of the best college towns to start a career in
By Abby Miller | July 13, 2019Athens tied for 15th on the list.
