Big Mamma’s Burritos gets new owners, looks to add beer carryout
By Ian McKenzie | Feb. 24, 2019The new owners are already quite familiar with another one of Athens’ late-night food spots.
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Some of Ohio's weirdest laws
By Ian McKenzie | Feb. 24, 2019Athens has ‘glass-free zones’ in which people are not allowed to have any glass container on city-owned property, according to Athens’ Code of Ordinances.
City Council: Members to discuss historic structures and committee projects
By Abby Miller | Feb. 24, 2019Three committees and council as a whole will discuss projects.
Athens school board discusses size and sustainability in new elementary buildings
By Nolan Simmons | Feb. 24, 2019One focus of the public input portion of the meeting was about the degree of sustainability the new buildings will reach.
Swing State of Mind: Heartbeat Bill
By Maddie Capron and George Shillcock | Feb. 21, 2019The Ohio Statehouse and State Senate reintroduced the “Heartbeat Bill” and the Republican majorities in both chambers plan to pass it.
Autopsy report shows Ohio University student died of asphyxiation due to nitrous oxide ingestion
By Ellen Wagner | Feb. 21, 2019The cause of death was ruled accidental.
Fun News Friday: Out of this world sports, emoji licenses and Gillibrand’s campaign
By Erin Franczak | Feb. 21, 2019Check out this week’s fun news featuring out of this world fencing and Emoji license plates.
Athens dog shelter temporarily closed after taking in possibly sick stray
By Ian McKenzie | Feb. 21, 2019Canine distemper virus can be lethal in some instances.
Lawsuit filed almost two years after Carriage Hill Apartments fire
By Abby Miller | Feb. 20, 2019Plaintiffs Elaheh Seyedalikhani and Mersad Raeisi are suing for $22,000 in damages caused by the February 2017 fire.
Police Blotter: Tuckered-out student sleeps on sidewalk; juvenile throws rocks off bridge
By Megan Carlson | Feb. 20, 2019The student was arrested for underage consumption, and the juvenile said he would go home for the night.
Athens County Board of County Commissioners held off on motion to approve land
By Hardika Singh | Feb. 19, 2019Capstone Properties President David Funk wants approval from the commissioners for land approval.
City Council: Construction proposal raises concerns over city cost estimates
By Abby Miller | Feb. 18, 2019Several council members criticized the city’s inaccurate cost estimates.
City Council to discuss compost program and ordinances for fundraiser
By Abby Miller | Feb. 17, 2019The compost pilot program could be extended into June.
The real cost of trash in Athens
By Abby Miller | Feb. 14, 2019There is roughly $1 million set aside for trash cans each year.
Lancaster woman arrested in ongoing drug investigation
By Ian McKenzie | Feb. 14, 2019The arrest is a part of an ongoing investigation of transportation of illegal drugs into Athens and Ohio.
Police Blotter: Neighbors dispute over drainage ditch; drunken man pretends to be police
By Megan Carlson | Feb. 13, 2019The neighbors agreed to move the drainage ditch, and the police determined the calls were a scam.
Athens officials prepare for future federal government shutdowns
By Colt Austen | Feb. 13, 2019Council President Chris Knisely said Athens will do everything it can to aid its residents and federal workers in preparation for the next shutdown.
Nelsonville Republican Jay Edwards elected majority whip of the Ohio Statehouse
By George Shillcock | Feb. 13, 2019Edwards won the election with a unanimous 98-0 vote on Feb. 6.
New heartbeat bill introduced in Ohio House and Senate
By Logan Moore | Feb. 13, 2019The bill would ban abortions once a fetal heartbeat is detected, which can be as early as six weeks into the pregnancy — before many women know they’re pregnant.
City Council: Composting project proves successful, Richland bridge project to begin in summer
By Colt Austen | Feb. 11, 2019With the amount of compost collected, the company prevented approximately 23 tons of product from going to the landfill.
