Court Street Diner to become Hangover Easy
By Hardika Singh | Feb. 11, 2019Court Street Diner will soon become Hangover Easy and will also have a liquor license.
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How the Internet of Things could turn Athens into a smart city
By Abby Miller | Feb. 10, 2019Some IoT technology is already used by the university.
Swing State of Mind: Sherrod Brown's potential presidential run and our takeaways from the State of the Union
By Maddie Capron and George Shillcock | Feb. 7, 2019George and Maddie discuss the State of the Union address, Sherrod Brown and more.
Local nonprofits take clothing donations in the winter season
By Jordan Ellis | Feb. 7, 2019Athens residents can help families in need stay warm by donating to the Salvation Army, Goodwill or New-To-You Thrift Shoppe.
Food stamp policies shape the landscape of charitable organizations in Athens County
By Sarah M. Penix | Feb. 7, 2019Athens County and surrounding counties make up about 4 percent of the statewide total of active SNAP members.
Police Blotter: Student staggers down Smith Street; 911 hang-up call comes from abandoned home
By Megan Carlson | Feb. 6, 2019Plus, a confused student in Crawford Hall and a reported pan theft.
Athens County Board of County Commissioners discuss heating in floor plans for new EMS station
By Hardika Singh | Feb. 5, 2019A BDT architect shared floor plans for a new EMS station.
City Council discusses resolution opposing government shutdowns
By Abby Miller | Feb. 4, 2019The recent shutdown impacted local businesses, SNAP recipients and housing.
IHOP sees successful business for first month
By Abby Miller | Feb. 3, 2019The location will begin a promotion on certain pancakes later this month.
City Council: Members to continue discussion on home rule and government shutdown
By Abby Miller | Feb. 3, 2019Council hopes better establish its autonomy and prevent government shutdowns.
The foster cats of Athens businesses
By Keri Johnson | Jan. 31, 2019Head into Import House or Hyacinth Bean Floral, and you might be greeted by a furry friend looking for a permanent home.
OU graduate allegedly responsible for 34 wrongful deaths in Columbus hospital
By Ian McKenzie | Jan. 31, 2019The hospital expects that there are more patients that have not been identified.
A history of Athens’ famed Berry Hotel
By Ashton Nichols | Jan. 30, 2019The hotel stood in the current place of Court Street Diner.
Police Blotter: Possible drugs found in case of soda; owner accused of stealing own boat
By Megan Carlson | Jan. 30, 2019The suspicious item was collected to be tested, and the owner was taking the boat out of the water.
Athens Fire Department serves as cornerstone of community
By Erin Franczak | Jan. 30, 2019The department is working to improve its insurance rating.
Meet the student who initiated an investigation into Athens City School District’s Title IX policies
By Maggie Campbell | Jan. 30, 2019Emmalyn Brown started a petition in August asking for the removal of a school board member.
New Steak ‘n Shake location opens Wednesday in Athens
By Abby Miller | Jan. 30, 2019You can visit the new location between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m.
County Commissioners: Body discusses search for new EMA director
By Erin Franczak | Jan. 30, 2019The Athens County commissioners will interview people for new director of Emergency Management Association.
Athens County dispatcher indicted for unauthorized use of database
By Erin Franczak | Jan. 29, 2019This felony has a penalty of anywhere from 6-12 month in prison and a $2,500 fine.
Three people dead after helicopter crash in Vinton County
By Ian McKenzie | Jan. 29, 2019The crash remains under investigation.
