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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 coordination with the Athens Suicide Prevention Coalition and Bobcats for Suicide Prevention Campaign. The event is being held on World Suicide Prevention Day, which is… 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 with the county to treat waste from the Route 50 corridor southwest of the city. Two years ago, the county commissioners approached the city about… 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 University Center on Sept. 30. The event will be sponsored by the Joint Police Advisory Council, which is comprised of the police chiefs of both… 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, causing a death. The boy's body was found Tuesday afternoon on West Virginia Route 47 however Jason Wharton with the Wood County Prosecuter's Office… 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 garbage trucks that were 18 to 20 years old. The city's new garbage trucks are expected to be more efficient and compact the trash more compactly…. 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 the Joint Police Advisory Council, said the proposal to change the penalties associated with the law stemmed from a JPAC discussion. JPAC is comprised of… 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 Commissioners on Tuesday to get an indication of whether he would be allowed to hook into The Plains water and sanitary sewer system. The commissioners… 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 Commissioners on Tuesday to get an indication of whether he would be allowed to hook into The Plains water and sanitary sewer system. The commissioners… 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 the law firm of Bricker & Eckler, and his services will be paid for by the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council. Krassen is attorney for… 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 the $15 million Athens River Gate project to move forward at its 10 South Green Drive location. David Anderson of Homestead U, one the companies… 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 show at Central Venue. The critically acclaimed Dayton band, currently in the midst of a Midwest tour, is stopping in Athens on Sept. 12 for… 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 employer since at least 1999. There were few changes in terms of the top five private employers in the state, according to the annual… 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 Judge Peter Economus to stay his ruling to avoid voter confusion. They say changing election rules so far into the election cycle threatens the fairness… 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 state licensing and regulatory process was streamlined. The representatives appealed to lawmakers Tuesday in Charleston, according to The Charleston Gazette. To operate a… Read More