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Children More Prone To Viruses During Seasonal Changes
By: Taylor Petras
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The change in seasons means a number of health concerns will soon begin to arise for the public. Those who suffer from allergies are most likely experiencing more severe symptoms… Read More

Confident Solich Approaches Central Michigan Week
By: Patrick Klinger
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In the week leading up to the beginning of Ohio's Mid-American Conference slate, head coach Frank Solich listed starting quarterback Derrius Vick as "doubtful" in his weekly press conference, leaving… Read More

Supreme Court Puts Off Start Of Early Voting
A divided Supreme Court has put off the start of early voting in Ohio, which was to begin Tuesday. The justices' order by a 5-4 vote Monday granted a request… Read More

Can’t Make It To The Moon? Head To Arizona Instead
By: Natasha Geiling
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On July 20, 1969, the Apollo 11 Lunar Module touched down in the Mare Tranquillitatis, a large basaltic plain formed by ancient volcanoes. Shortly afterward, the crew would take the first human… Read More

Police Seek Help to Find Local Man
By: Ann Jacob
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Police are seeking community assistance to locate a local man. 26-year-old Brad Kasler is wanted for three active felony warrants out of Athens County for aggravated posession of drugs, recieving… Read More

REMINDER: Outdoor Sirens To Be Tested Wednesday
Athens County Emergency Management Agency Release- The outdoor emergency warning sirens in Nelsonville, The Plains and New Marshfield will be tested at 12 noon on Wednesday, October 1, 2014, with… Read More

Reentering Poverty: Life After Prison
By: Susan Tebben | The Athens Messenger
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Criminal offenders face consequences from their actions that extend farther than prison terms and community service. Officials throughout the justice system are hoping to find solutions to both recidivism and… Read More

Lane Closure in Preparation for Paving Activities
You will need to use another route today as the westbound lane of West Union Street will be closed between Depot Street and S. High Street until 6pm. Parking on… Read More

Judge Williams-Byers Explains Domestic Violence Issues
Judge Williams-Byers Explains Domestic Violence Issues Although the current spotlight has been on the National Football League (NFL) and domestic assaults perpetrated by its players, domestic violence is an all-too-often… Read More

WOUB News Digest: Read And Be Informed
Here's a summary of the stories making headlines this afternoon: State Route 13 is Now Open State Route 13 in the Millfield/Morristown area is now open after it was closed this… Read More

OU-Lancaster English Professor To Lead Chautauqua Songwriting Workshop
By: Cheri Russo
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Ohio University Lancaster's Scott Minar (center) shares some tunes with OUL students (photo: OUL) Ohio University Lancaster Professor of English Scott Minar is exposing a little known part of himself… Read More

State Route 13 Closed near Millfield/Morristown
Athens County Emergency Management Release- State Route 13 in the Millfield / Morristown area has been CLOSED due to a traffic accident. First responders are on the scene and working… Read More

OU Libraries’ Bicentennial Book Wins International Award
By: Jen Doyle
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The Ohio University Libraries’ illustrated book, 200 Years of Shared Discovery: The Bicentennial of Ohio University Libraries, wowed the OU community upon its print and online debut last January.
Bobcats weren’t the only ones who were impressed. The Council for Advancement and Support of Education, an international association of educational institutions, recently named Ohio University a silver award winner for the 2014 Circle of Excellence Awards Program In-house Print Publication category.

Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation Awards Grants
By: Associated Press
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Thirteen land use and recreation projects have been awarded grants from the Greater Kanawha Valley Foundation. The grants total more than $185,000. The Charleston Gazette reports that the… Read More

Ohio Embarks On Largest-ever Roadway Project
By: Associated Press
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Transportation officials in Ohio are reviewing the winning bid package for what will be the largest single roadway construction project in modern state history. The Ohio Department of Transportation… Read More