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Local fight for suicide prevention continues by candlelight
The local community is continuing its movement to break the silence about suicide, tonight at 8:30 p.m. at Ohio University’s Campus Gate. The Candlelight Vigil for Suicide Prevention is in… Read More
City Expected To OK Sewer Agreement With County
By: Sara Brumfield | Athens Messenger
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A county sanitary sewer project that has been on the table for decades may finally come to fruition as the city of Athens is expected to sign an inter-governmental agreement… Read More
Local Law Enforcement Host Community Barbecue
By: Sara Brumfield | Athens Messenger
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In an attempt to get the community better engaged with members of the Athens and Ohio University police departments, a free public barbecue will be held in front of Baker… Read More
Man Arrested In Hit And Run Case
By: Ann Jacob
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West Virginia State Police have made an arrest in a hit and run involving a 15-year-old bicyclist. Officials arrested and charged Darren Parsons Wednesday morning with leaving the scene,… Read More
Chillicothe Gets New Garbage Trucks
By: Ann Jacob
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Late trash pick up shouldn't be a problem for Chillicothe residents thanks to new garbage trucks. The Chilliocothe City Council allotted $300,000 earlier this year to replace two city… Read More
Police Chief Touts Benefits of Decriminalizing Nuisance Parties
By: Sara Brumfield | Athens Messenger
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The city of Athens will move forward to introduce changes to its existing nuisance party ordinance to decriminalize first time offenders. Athens City Councilman Steve Patterson, who also serves on… Read More
Brian Auger’s Oblivion Express At The Fur Peace Ranch Part 2
Brian Auger's Oblivion Express in performance at the Fur Peace Ranch from May 10, 2014. Plus Jorma Kaukonen in solo performance from June 28, 2014.
Construction of Duplexes Near The Plains Proposed
By: Steve Robb - Athens Messenger staff reporter
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A Lemaster Road resident is proposing construction of seven duplexes in what he hopes will be the first phase of a larger development. Jeff Tope met with the Athens County… Read More
Construction Of Duplexes In The Plains Proposed
By: Steve Robb - Athens Messenger staff reporter
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A Lemaster Road resident is proposing construction of seven duplexes in what he hopes will be the first phase of a larger development. Jeff Tope met with the Athens County… Read More
Energy Attorney Agrees To Advise Local Aggregation Effort
By: Steve Robb - Athens Messenger staff reporter
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An attorney who specializes in energy and public utility law has been engaged by the Athens County Commissioners to provide advice on electric aggregation. Glenn Krassen is a partner in… Read More
Student Apartment Project Granted Zoning Code Variance
By: Steve Robb - Athens Messenger staff reporter
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Developers of a proposed student apartment building were granted a variance from the zoning code Tuesday by the Athens Board of Zoning Appeals. The variance was needed in order for… Read More
Motel Beds To Make Athens Stop This Friday
By: Bryan Gibson, Marlena Scott
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Motel Beds (photo provided) While it's tempting to say "you snooze, you lose" when referring to Motel Beds, the truth is you'll be kicking yourself if you miss this Friday's… Read More
Walmart Remains West Virginia’s Largest Private Employer
By: Associated Press
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Walmart continues to be the largest private employer in West Virginia. Based on the available records provided by WorkForce West Virginia, Walmart has been the state's top private sector… Read More
Ohio Officials Seek To Delay Early Voting Decision
By: Associated Press
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Ohio officials are requesting that a federal judge suspend his order that expands early voting this fall while the state appeals the decision. Attorneys for the state asked U.S. District… Read More
West Virginia Craft Brewers Appeal To Lawmakers
By: Associated Press
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West Virginia's emerging craft beer industry wants legislators to help them grow. The state has nearly a dozen craft brewers, and representatives say that number could grow if the… Read More