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Lady Bulldogs Fall In Regional Semis
It took a few minutes for the AP Division-II poll leaders to get going, but a 20-0 first half run gave West Holmes enough cushion to secure the win Tuesday night. The Knights held off a second half surge from Athens to leave Zanesville with a 47-40 win and a berth in the regional finals…. Read More
Campbell, Willis Highlight Ohio’s 72-61 Win Over Bowling Green
By: Michael Drapcho
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After having its senior day ruined by Kent State, Ohio set out to do the same against Bowling Green Wednesday. The Bobcats accomplished that goal, defeating the Falcons 72-61. In the first half, the Falcons surprisingly elected to play man-to-man defense against the Bobcats after shutting them down with a 2-3 zone in their previous matchup…. Read More
Buzzer Beater Ends Trimble’s Campaign
By: Seth Austin
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Peebles' Beau Justice took control of Tuesday's district semifinal battle with Trimble. After being shut down in the second frame the Indians' junior guard exploded for 16 second half points including a game-winning field goal at the buzzer to lift Peebles over the Tomcats. Justice opened up the contest hot with eight points, but a… Read More
Ohio Athletics Releases Bowl Expense Report
By: Nick Komjati
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Ohio Athletics released a bowl expense report on Tuesday, displaying the expenses of the football team’s trip to the Beef ‘O’ Brady’s Bowl just over two months ago. The report shows that Ohio’s trip totaled a $0 net deficit thanks to ticket sales, a Mid-American Conference payout, and help from the Post Season Opportunity fund…. Read More
Athens County Commissioners Raise Concerns About Labor Contract
By: Steve Robb - Athens Messenger staff reporter
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Action on a labor contract for the Athens County Sheriff's Office was further delayed by the county commissioners Tuesday. The proposed three-year contact, which covers the office's lieutenants and captain, was sent to the commissioners for approval about three weeks ago by Sheriff Patrick Kelly. They tabled it then, saying they wanted to meet with… Read More
Downtown Athens Bakery Wants A Liquor License
By: Sara Brumfield | Athens Messenger
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A downtown Athens bakery could soon be offering alcohol with their treats, although Athens City Council has requested a hearing for the liquor permit transfer that could make it possible. Fluff Bakery and Catering, located at 8 N. Court St., has applied for a liquor permit that previously belonged to the West End Tavern. The… Read More
Hocking College Board And Bargaining Unit Reach Agreement
By: Agnes Hapka | Athens Messenger staff reporter
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After several months of discussion, Hocking College's board of trustees has approved a new contract with the Professional Bargaining Unit (PBU) of the Hocking College Educational Association. According to a release from the college, the new contract implements the following salary changes for the 2014 fiscal year: a change in the salary scale for bargaining… Read More
Heiner Throws Hat In The Ring In Kentucky Governor’s Race
By: Associated Press
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Republican Hal Heiner says he wants to use his business experience to improve Kentucky's economy as the state's next governor. The former Louisville councilman entered next year's governor's race at a campaign kickoff event Tuesday in Lexington. Heiner, an engineer and developer, has recruited former Lexington-Fayette County councilwoman KC Crosbie as his running mate. Heiner… Read More
Some Want Tressel To Be Next President Of Youngstown State
By: Associated Press
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Support is growing to make former Ohio State University football coach Jim Tressel the next president of Youngstown State University. Leaders of an independent corporation involved in fundraising and scholarships for Youngstown State signed a letter endorsing Tressel. The Vindicator newspaper reports that 20 members of the Youngstown State University Foundation's board of trustees said… Read More
An Explanation Of The Process By Which Pat Kelly Could Be Suspended
By: Tom Hodson
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We will attempt to breakdown, into easy understandable steps, the applicable state statute being used to review whether Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly should remain in office while his criminal cases are pending in the local courts. The amended state law, that outlines the procedure to temporarily remove someone from public office while a criminal… Read More
Athens Police Get Arrest Warrants For 2 People In Connection With House Fire
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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According to The Athens News, Athens police are looking for two people in connection to a February fire at a house on Stewart Street, which was previously deemed "suspicious." The report claims police have obtained search warrants for two people, and that those individuals "appear" to be Ohio University students. More from the report: Records… Read More
Ohio Governor OKs Ban On E-Cigarette Sales To Kids
By: Associated Press
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Ohio Gov. John Kasich has signed a bill that aims to keep electronic cigarettes out of the hands of those under age 18. E-cigarettes are battery-powered devices that provide users with aerosol puffs that typically contain nicotine, and sometimes flavorings like fruit, mint or chocolate. Users get their nicotine without the thousands of chemicals, tar… Read More
DeWine: Ohio Election Law Violates Free Speech
By: Associated Press
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Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is urging the Supreme Court to rule as unconstitutional a state election law that bars people from making recklessly false statements about political candidates. The legal filing is unusual because DeWine is opposing a law that he is charged with defending. The Republican says the election law restricts free speech… Read More
Earned Income Tax Credit Changes Would Affect Thousands In Ohio
By: Statehouse News Bureau
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President Obama released his budget proposal for fiscal year 2015 Tuesday. He’s calling for an expansion of the Earned Income Tax Credit, a program benefiting low-income Americans. As WYSO's Lewis Wallace reports for Ohio Public Radio, that credit already goes to nearly a million Ohioans. Pop quiz! The Earned Income Tax Credit is… Available to… Read More
Ohio’s Exotic Animal Law Survives Federal Lawsuit
By: Associated Press
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A federal appeals court has upheld Ohio's new restrictions on exotic animals, rejecting a challenge by owners who claimed the law is too stringent and forces them to join in associations with which they disagree. The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati ruled against the seven owners on Tuesday. The three-judge panel said… Read More
Carl Kasell To Retire This Spring From Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me
Carl Kasell, the famed voice of NPR News for three decades turned comedy star of Wait Wait… Don't Tell Me!, has announced he's stepping down this spring after a five-decade career in broadcasting. Kasell will record his final broadcast for Wait Wait… Don't Tell Me! this spring; celebration shows are planned in the show's home… Read More
Glouster Man Sent To Jail For Violating Community Control
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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Robert Degarmore, the Glouster man who used Paul E. Roberts' credit card after Roberts died, was found in violation of his community control and sent to prison Tuesday, according to a release from Athens County Prosecutor Keller Blackburn. Degarmore, 52, had his community control revoked and was sentenced to 18 months in prison, but will… Read More
JobsOhio Says It Helped Create 18,000 Jobs In 2013
By: Statehouse News Bureau
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JobsOhio says it used grants, tax breaks, and other incentives to help secure the new jobs and keep another 70,000 jobs in Ohio last year. Advanced manufacturing led all sectors, with the report saying JobsOhio helped create more 4,500 jobs; that was followed by IT, financial services, and food processing and agribusiness. The 2013 report… Read More
Political Conventions Bring A City Lots Of Attention, Not So Much Money
By: Statehouse News Bureau
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Victor Matheson of Holy Cross College and two other economists have studied the economic impact of political conventions since 1972. They’ve matched the economies of host cities against similar cities. And overall, it’s a wash. “These national conventions are highly disruptive. So while it is absolutely true that the streets of the host city are… Read More
Vinton County Photo Contest To Capture Local Beauty
By: Tyler Buchanan | The Vinton County Courier
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With several lakes, a forest complete with a haunted train tunnel and countless countrysides, residents and tourists have plenty of photo opportunities throughout Vinton County for this year's photo contest. The Vinton County Convention and Visitors Bureau is accepting photos for the annual contest, which for years has spurred residents to try capturing the county's… Read More
Ohio University Fest Season Brings Usual Caution From Police
By: Susan Tebben | The Athens Messenger
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March is the month for unsanctioned street festivals in Athens, and police are gearing up for it. They don’t, however, expect to enforce the fests any differently than in other years. “Our entire operation will be mobilized, as it usually is for the separate fests,” said Athens Police Department Chief Tom Pyle. Millfest, held March… Read More
ODNR: Another Project Is Needed At Dow Lake Dam
By: Steve Robb - Athens Messenger staff reporter
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Although a project to repair Dow Lake Dam near Athens is getting under way, it won’t bring the dam into compliance with minimum design flood standards, according to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. A separate project will be needed to accomplish that, said spokesman John Wisse. As The Athens Messenger reported Sunday, a $2.9… Read More
Snowy Roads Prove Good Business For Towing Companies, Hard On Drivers
By: Susan Tebben | The Athens Messenger
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As most people tried their best to stay inside while snow emergencies covered the area, a group of workers know it's their time to get to work. The towing companies around Athens County are seeing lots of work this winter with snow- and ice-covered roads. Although they see the opportunity for the financial increase, it's… Read More
Funds Funneled To Athens County To Incentivise Funding And Keeping Jobs
By: Athens Messenger staff reports
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A new incentive program has funneled nearly $166,000 into Athens County with the goal of helping the poor overcome barriers in finding and keeping employment. The Ohio Works First Incentive Program, a $66 million statewide initiative created about six months ago, provides financial incentives for individuals on cash assistance to find and keep jobs, according… Read More
Muskingum U Choir, Wind Ensemble to Perform in Zanesville
The Muskingum University Concert Choir and Wind Ensemble will present a concert as part of their annual spring tour on Tuesday, March 11, at 7:30 p.m. at the Grace United Methodist Church, 516 Shinnick Street, in Zanesville. The concert will feature a wide variety of music, including choral works by Brahms, Poulenc and Lauridsen; instrumental… Read More