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Former Bobcat Carrie Invited To 2014 NFL Combine
For the third-straight year, the Ohio Bobcats will be represented at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, Ind. Former Ohio cornerback and punt returner Travis Carrie received an official invite to… Read More

Police Capture Suspect In Child Abduction Case
By: Atish Baidya
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Gahanna Police say the suspect in the abduction of a five-year old girl is in police custody. According to a news release the suspect was captured around 5 p.m. Investigators… Read More

Drummond To Sit Out Against Ohio Following DUI
By: Nick Komjati
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Toledo Rockets leading scorer Justin Drummond has been suspended for Wednesday’s game against the Ohio Bobcats after being charged with driving under the influence on Saturday. “Although I remain 100… Read More

Ferguson’s Undefeated Weekend Earns MAC Swimmer Of The Week Honors
By: Nick Komjati
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Ohio Bobcat Addison Ferguson received Mid-American Conference Women’s Swimmer of the Week honors on Monday after winning four individual events and two relays last weekend against Xavier and Miami. On… Read More

Photos Of The Week: Feb. 3-9
By: WOUB Visuals
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Last week's best photos are here. Follow @WOUBVisuals on Twitter for daily updates and visit our Flickr page by clicking any of the photos below. Ohio wrestler KeVon Powell showed off his shoe… Read More

Committee Fights To Keep Fracking Ban On Primary Ballot
By: Sara Brumfield | Athens Messenger
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The Athens Bill of Rights Committee is fighting the county prosecutor’s opinion that the group’s fracking ban initiative must be placed on the general election ballot instead of the primary… Read More

Seniors Could Skip Make-Up Days Under Ohio Bill
By: Associated Press
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An Ohio proposal would let high school seniors be excused from certain school days their district must make up because of weather-related closures. Under the Senate bill, districts could let… Read More

Couples Sue To Force Ohio’s Hand On Gay Marriage
By: Associated Press
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Four married gay couples have filed a federal civil rights lawsuit seeking to force Ohio to recognize same-sex marriages on birth certificates. The lawsuit was filed by the same attorneys… Read More

Athens Man Gets Five Years For Burglary, Theft, Domestic Violence
By: Susan Tebben | The Athens Messenger
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An Athens man was sentenced to prison for multiple cases, including felonious assault and receiving stolen property. Michael L. Boivin, 54, pleaded guilty Friday in Athens County Common Pleas Court… Read More

Chauncey Man Pleads Guilty To Drug Trafficking
By: Susan Tebben | The Athens Messenger
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A Chauncey man pleaded guilty to drug trafficking and violating his community control in a court appearance on Friday. William R. Goins, Jr., 43, of Chauncey, appeared in Athens County… Read More

Ohio Men’s Basketball: Point Guard Duo Finds Success On And Off Court
By: Pat Moore
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Bobcat Sports Showcase reporter Patrick Moore breaks down the relationship and success of Ohio point guards Stevie Taylor and Javarez "Bean" Willis. We examined the statistical relationship between Taylor, Willis… Read More

Another Era, Another Facility For Lamborn’s
By: Susan Tebben | The Athens Messenger
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An Athens business that has spent decades uptown will be moving a short distance away, for parking and a smaller space. Fred and Christine Tom have been running Lamborn's Studio,… Read More

Polar Plungers Brave Freezing Waters For Special Olympics
By: Athens Messenger staff reports
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A solid layer of ice didn’t stop more than 200 Polar Plungers from running, jumping, and — in some cases — sliding into Lake Snowden on Saturday. Workers cut out… Read More

OU, Athens Arts Groups Team Up for Valentine’s Day-Themed Fundraiser
Ohio Valley Summer Theater, the Singing Men of Ohio and the Athens High School Drama Club are teaming up to perform songs and scenes of love for their inaugural fundraiser, "Valentine’s Date Night," on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 6 p.m. in Ohio University’s Walter Hall Rotunda.
Proceeds from the event will support the Singing Men of Ohio’s Spring Break Tour and OVST's production of The King and I.

Update: Kelly Pleads Not Guilty To All 25 Counts
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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UPDATE 2:30 p.m. Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly pleaded not guilty to corruption charges Monday. Last month, grand jury indicted Kelly on 25 charges including theft in office, money laundering,… Read More

Schools Open But Delayed With New Round Of Chilly Temperatures
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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Alexander, Beacon, Athens, Federal Hocking, Nelsonville York, and Trimble Schools in Athens County were operating on a two-hour delay Tuesday morning as subzero temperatures were felt at dawn. A low… Read More

Three Southeast Ohio Firefighters Injured In Accident
By: Associated Press
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At least three southeast Ohio firefighters have been hurt after their vehicle slid off the road as they responded to a call. The Fairfield County sheriff's office says there was… Read More

Ohio Men’s Ultimate Finishes 13th in Queen City Tune-Up
By: Erick Starkey
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The Ohio men's ultimate team rallied from a disappointing Saturday during pool play to go undefeated on Sunday. The Ohio men's ultimate team went 1-3 in pool play on Saturday… Read More