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Four Of 5 Athens County Public Schools Score Below Reading Average
By: Tim Sharp, Tom Hodson
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More than 80 Athens County third-graders may have to repeat their last year as a result of failing to hit the state’s grade level reading benchmark. While Athens City Schools saw the greatest number of students failing to make minimum score for advancement to fourth grade, Trimble had the greatest percentage of those failing to… Read More

Retired OU Professor Remembers Well-Known Author Daniel Keyes
By: Atish Baidya
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In Lester Marks’ living room, against the far wall is a built-in bookcase, filled with not just a lifetime of books but also of memories — the books themselves a story, separate from the story between the covers. “I have a shelf of friends’ writings,” Marks said. Among those he counts as a close friend… Read More

Prosecutors: Wisconsin Governor Part Of Criminal Scheme
By: Associated Press
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Newly released documents show prosecutors believe Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker was at the center of a nationwide "criminal scheme" to illegally coordinate fundraising with outside conservative groups. No charges have been filed against Walker or any member of his staff. The documents became public Thursday as part of an ongoing lawsuit challenging the… Read More

Logan’s Annual Fireworks A Family Tradition
By: Rachel Martindale | Logan Daily News
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Every 4th of July, Logan residents enjoy fireworks, thanks to the collaboration of donors, volunteers and Kernen family traditions. The Kernen family has helped with the setup and operation of fireworks for the community ever since attorney Will Kernen came to town in 1979. This July will be Will’s 35th year helping with the fireworks…. Read More