Armory studies worthy investment, officials say
By William T. Perkins | Nov. 8, 2015The city has appropriated $125,000 into the building.
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Students, law enforcement affected by OUSAP's uncertain future
By Julia Fair | Nov. 8, 2015OUSAP's uncertain future impacts students and local law enforcement agencies.
Projects new and old to be discussed at Athens City Council meeting
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Nov. 8, 2015With old projects like the non-union personnel fringe benefits package review potentially under wraps, Athens City Council looks to take on new tasks before the end of the year.
Former Athens resident looks to open dispensary in Athens, despite Issue 3 turnover
By William T. Perkins | Nov. 8, 2015Alex Mayer, a former Athens resident, wants to open a marijuana dispensary in Athens.
Fight led to broken window at The Over Hang during Dads Weekend
By Bailey Gallion | Nov. 8, 2015Witnesses at the scene of the fight weren't sure whether dads were involved, and planned to carry on with their night.
Uber seeks expansion, does not confirm any plans for Ohio University
By Bailey Gallion | Nov. 5, 2015An Uber spokeswoman didn’t confirm and plans for the app to provide service to the Ohio University area, but did say the company was “always looking for opportunities for expansion.”
Central Ohio project gives hundreds the chance to have their own bed
By Paige Clayton | Nov. 4, 2015Bed Brigade, a nonprofit organization in central Ohio, gives hundreds of people the chance to finally have a bed to call their own.
Athens County Historical Society to move from Court to West State
By William T. Perkins | Nov. 4, 2015The Athens County Historical Society and Museum will be moving from Court Street to West State Street.
Ohio and Athens County voters reject marijuana legalization in Tuesday's election
By Nora Jaara | Nov. 3, 2015Ohio voters passed redistricting and anti-monopoly ballot issues, but voted against a marijuana legalization proposal sponsored by ResponsibleOhio.
Cochran, Kotses and McGee elected to city council, Issue 3 fails in Ohio
By EMILY BOHATCH | Nov. 3, 2015Jennifer Cochran (D), Peter Kotses (D) and Pat McGee (I) will become sitting members of Athens City Council in January.
Local business owner Peter Kotses captures an at-large seat on Athens City Council
By Kyra Cobb | Nov. 3, 2015Peter Kotses, owner of Athens Bicycle, elected as at-large city councilman.
Rape case dismissed in municipal court due to 'criminal procedure'
By EMILY BOHATCH | Nov. 3, 2015A rape case scheduled to be heard in Athens County Municipal Court today was dismissed due to “criminal procedure.”
Jennifer Cochran reelected to Athens City Council
By Matt Cudahy | Nov. 3, 2015Jennifer Cochran was reelected Tuesday to her position on Athens City Council.
Pat McGee to contribute an independent, student-focused voice to Athens City Council
By Luke Torrance | Nov. 2, 2015Pat McGee has been a mainstay of Athens for 35 years, and now he is running for city council.
Athens City Council leads to one official storming out during vacation accrual discussion
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Nov. 2, 2015Athens City Auditor Kathy Hecht left abruptly from the Athens City Council meeting after Athens Mayor Paul Wiehl and she entered into a heated exchange.
OUPD reports two sex crimes over Halloween weekend
By Bailey Gallion | Nov. 2, 2015In an incident of voyeurism, a male reported another person possibly filming or taking pictures of him. OUPD also assisted Athens Police Department with an incident of gross sexual imposition.
Police Blotter: Student cited for an underage two days in a row
By Matt Cudahy | Nov. 2, 2015A female was cited for underage alcohol consumption on two different nights last week.
Athens Mayor Paul Wiehl looks back at time in office, looks forward to beekeeping
By EMILY BOHATCH | Nov. 1, 2015The Post caught up with Athens Mayor Paul Wiehl to reflect on his time in office and talk about what is in store for the former lab technician.
Athens City Council making changes before the start of 2016
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Nov. 1, 2015New buses, parking changes and a potential ending for the vacation time accrual discussion on the docket for the weekly Athens City Council meeting.
Five candidates for three at-large city council positions ready to square off in Tuesday's election
By Kaitlin Fochesato | Nov. 1, 2015Three Democrats, a Republican and an Independent are running for three at-large city council positions in this Tuesday's general election.
