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Keep Your Information Secure Online
By: Bianca Hillier
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In the wake of a celebrity photo scandal, the issue of phone safety now has people on high alert. From social media to bank accounts and everything in between, all… Read More

Sherrod Brown Announces New Legislation to Combat Ohio Drug Overdose Deaths
Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) announced new legislation Tuesday that would help fight the number of drug overdose deaths in Ohio by increasing access to treatment for those struggling with opiate… Read More

State GOP Lawmakers Seek Vote On Voter ID Bill
By: Associated Press
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Several Republican state lawmakers want to force the Ohio House to vote on a bill requiring voters in the swing state to show photo identification at the polls. The bill… Read More

Albany Independent Fair Begins Wednesday
By: Sara Brumfield | Athens Messenger
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The Albany Independent Fair is returning to the Albany Fairgrounds this week with a full lineup of livestock judging, derbies, entertainment and pageants. The fair, which began in 1966, will… Read More

David Bromberg at The Fur Peace Ranch
David Bromberg and band in performance at the Fur Peace Ranch from June 7, 2014.

Pedestrian Hit On Richland Avenue
By: Athens Messenger staff reports
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A woman was taken to the hospital after being hit by an SUV while crossing Richland Avenue near Porter Hall. A woman was reportedly hit by an SUV while crossing… Read More

OU-Eastern Gallery To Host Kelly Anne Blevins Exhibit
By: EJ Schodzinski
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Ghosts, Kelly Anne Blevins Pittsburgh artist Kelly Anne Blevins will be exhibiting her artwork at the Ohio University Eastern Art Gallery Sept. 2-18. A reception for the artist will be… Read More

Murder Charges Filed in the Case of Missing West Virginia Teen
Charges were filed in Meigs County this morning against a man for the murder of a West Virginia teenager who had gone missing in early August. Ernest M. Roach,… Read More

Center Backs Key To ‘Cats’ Success
Bobcat Sports Showcase reporter Josh Rogers takes you inside the relationship between Grace Campbell and Gabby Hausfeld, the Ohio women's soccer team's starting central defensive duo.

Ohio Football: Hometown Hopefuls
The Bobcats' football roster contains 115 players from 21 different states, but only three players are from the local area. Anthony Baucco sits down with the home-grown talent on the… Read More

Reinstated Deputy Under Investigation
By: Susan Tebben | The Athens Messenger
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An Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputy reinstated just four months ago is now under investigation, according to information received through a public records request. Interim Sheriff Rodney Smith would not… Read More

Person of Interest to Be Charged in Connection with Body Found Along Ohio River
By: Sarah Hawley | Athens Messenger staff reporter
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A person of interest will be charged Tuesday following the discovery of the body of a missing teen from West Virginia, found along the banks of the Ohio River in… Read More

The Bear Is Back: Ohio Music Celebrated At 8th Annual Aquabear County Fair
By: Marlena Scott
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Aquabear Legion’s dedication to spreading the Ohio music gospel continues this weekend as the Aquabear County Fair returns for an eighth year.
The event, which features 15 acts from Athens and around the state, takes place this Friday and Saturday at The Union Bar & Grill, with a Saturday afternoon in-store show at Haffa's Records.

Ohio Gas Prices Higher To Start Work Week
By: Associated Press
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Ohio motorists are paying more for gasoline coming out of the long holiday weekend. A gallon of regular gas was averaging $3.51 in Tuesday's survey from auto club AAA,… Read More

Six New Scholarships To Help Marshall Med Students
By: Associated Press
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Medical students at Marshall University will benefit from six new scholarships. The scholarships were created through a graduating giving program called Adopt a Medical Student. The program allows gifts… Read More

WV Teen’s Body Found In Ohio, Man Arrested
By: Associated Press
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Update 4:03 p.m. Charges were filed in Meigs County Tuesday morning against a man for the death of a West Virginia teenager who had gone missing in early August. Ernest… Read More

Ohio Football: One Team, One Mission
By: Nick Komjati
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With the departure of the most successful senior class in program history, Ohio football coaches turned to the United States Navy Seals to help identify their leaders.