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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