City Council: Athens Police Department ask legislation for body cams; Uptown parking garage may see renovations
By Madeline Butina | Mar. 25, 2019A five-year contract may give APD state-of-the-art body cameras and improved Taser technology.
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Wrongful death is likely the focus of lawsuits filed against HCOM graduate
By Ian McKenzie | Mar. 25, 2019The cases filed against Husel will most likely focus on wrongful death.
The 60+ Program creates a diverse student body at Ohio University
By Paige Miller | Mar. 24, 2019The program seeks to expand learning opportunities for Ohio residents above the age of 60.
City Council to meet in committees Monday
By Madeline Butina | Mar. 24, 2019The City and Safety Services Committee will discuss body cameras for Athens Police Department.
High Fest maintains steady energy and culture
By Nolan Simmons | Mar. 23, 2019Some festgoers began as early as 7 a.m.
Congo Fest dies down as festgoers prepare for High Fest
By Paige Miller | Mar. 23, 2019Small parties of about 15-20 people dotted Congress Street beginning at 4 p.m. to kick off Congo Fest.
Swing State of Mind: Chatting with Athens City Council candidate Sam Miller
By George Shillcock | Mar. 21, 2019Host George chats with city council candidate Sam Miller about Athens’ West Side and sustainability, among other topics.
Odyssey Nutrition moves to West Union Street
By Spencer Holbrook | Mar. 21, 2019The new location opened Thursday.
Board of Elections meeting hears from local residents regarding polling locations
By Abby Miller | Mar. 20, 2019Residents from Nelsonville, Waterloo and other local towns said polling location changes were a form of voter suppression.
Police Blotter: Woman reports 1-inch scratch on car; dog smells cotton candy
By Megan Carlson | Mar. 20, 2019Also, reports of missing dirt bikes and farm equipment.
Athens County Board of County Commissioners approve hiring of two new people
By Hardika Singh | Mar. 19, 2019The commissioners agreed to hire two new people at the rate of $23.45 and $28.71 per hour respectively.
APD receives rape report
By Ellen Wagner | Mar. 19, 2019There have been five reports of sexual assault since Jan. 13.
City Council: Pilot compost project extended until June
By Ellen Wagner | Mar. 19, 2019The program was expanded so Athens-Hocking Recycling could gather data on the effectiveness of composting in Athens.
City Council: Members to vote to extend pilot compost project
By Ellen Wagner | Mar. 17, 2019The project would extend to June 30 if the ordinance is passed.
Body found Friday at Strouds Run State Park
By Logan Moore | Mar. 11, 2019The 23-year-old man was found by a hiker at about 11 a.m.
APD receives rape report
By Ellen Wagner | Mar. 7, 2019This is the fourth report of sexual assault to APD since Jan. 13.
Dysart Woods holds the natural legacy of more than 300 years
By Sarah M. Penix | Mar. 6, 2019The old-growth forest serves as a learning opportunity for scientists and students.
How an infestatious pest has killed Eastern Hemlock trees across Appalachia
By Ashton Nichols | Mar. 6, 2019There are 12 counties in Ohio infected with hemlock woolly adelgid.
Police Blotter: Public urination problem at Mill Fest; disturbance complaint wakes apartment resident
By Megan Carlson | Mar. 6, 2019There were five citations for public urination and seven for alcohol-related incidents.
Green Beer Day starts off slow but picks up as afternoon goes on
By Taylor Johnston | Mar. 6, 2019The annual pre-St. Patrick’s Day tradition started off quiet but picked up later in the afternoon.
