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PHOTOS: OU Theater Presents “Rashomon”
The Ohio University Theater Division in the School of Dance, Film and Theater will present its second production of the 2014–2015 season, Rashomon by Ivor Benjamin, Oct. 29 through Nov…. Read More
Ohio Volleyball’s Karin Bull Receives MAC Weekly Award
Junior middle blocker Karin Bull led the Ohio Bobcats defensively last weekend in two wins over the Mid-American Conference West Division's top two squads, Western Michigan and Northern Illinois, at… Read More
Arrests Statistics In For 40th Annual Halloween Block Party
By: Taylor Petras
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This weekend 72 people were arrested during the 40th annual Halloween block party. Of the total arrests, 17 people were just cited and released. There were 26 Ohio University students… Read More
Ohio Supreme Court Declines To Hear Glouster Towing Case
By: Steve Robb - Athens Messenger staff reporter
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The Ohio Supreme Court has declined to hear appeals from a civil case in which a Glouster towing company was awarded $1.04 million in damages against former village officials. However,… Read More
Trick-or-Treating Schedule
By: Ann Jacob
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Albany: 6:00-7:00 (10/30) Amesville: 6:00-7:00 (10/29) *Party at Amesville Fire Department after Athens: 5:30-6:30 (10/30) *Party at community center from 7:00-9:00* Athens Uptown Business Association: 5:30-7:00 (10/27) *Held at participating… Read More
CDC Creates New Ebola Regulations
By: Ann Jacob
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The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) is teaming up with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Emergency Nurses Association to fight the Ebola epidemic. They… Read More
Spooktacular Halloween Recipe Ideas
By: Kelly Martin
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Whether you’re throwing an official Halloween shindig or you just want to entertain the kids, there are tons of fun recipes to dial up this ghoulish season! From scary edible… Read More
Dream Big: Area Family Recruits Bands for Spinal Muscular Atrophy Benefit
By: Cheyanne Skaggs
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Ten-year-old Adyn Bucher is planning on rocking out this Saturday at Jackie O's. And you're invited to join her.
Adyn and her family are hosting the first-ever benefit for Adyn's Dream, a non-profit charity dedicated to providing assistance to families that have members who are living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy. Saturday's concert features Athens surf-rock band The D-Rays and Oldboy, a folk-rock quintet from Cleveland.
Athens Woman Dies In Traffic Accident
By: Athens Messenger staff reports
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An Athens woman died in a traffic accident Sunday morning on Route 550 in Athens County, according to the State Highway Patrol. The patrol said Mindy Mohney, 29, was was… Read More
Pre-Election Financial Report Released
By: Susan Tebben | The Athens Messenger
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Incumbents held leads in multiple races when it came to campaign contributions, according to the latest financial reports, released Thursday. The deadline for pre-general election fund reporting passed Thursday, with… Read More
Voting Options for Persons Living with Disabilities
By: Dr. Carolyn Lewis
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One of the privileges I anticipated upon becoming an adult in the ‘70s was that of voting. I knew the struggles of my ancestors and looked forward to stepping into… Read More
Zanesville Community Theatre To Stage Halloween Whodunnit
The Zanesville Community Theatre is presenting a "Halloween whodunnit" with their upcoming production of The Hollow, a murder mystery by Agatha Christie, opening Oct. 31 and running through Nov. 9.
Opening night audience members are encouraged to come in costume and vote for the character they believe committed the murder. Anyone making the correct guess will have their names entered into a drawing for a gift.
Sex Assault Reports Rise In West Virginia Jails, Prisons
By: Associated Press
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State data show inmate reports of sexual assault have increased in West Virginia's jails and prisons. The percentage of allegations found to be substantiated has declined. The Charleston… Read More
Family Sues Police Over Slaying In Southern Ohio
By: Associated Press
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The fatal shooting of a southern Ohio woman during a police drug raid has prompted a lawsuit amid a lengthy ongoing investigation by Ohio authorities. The Columbus Dispatch reports… Read More
Truck Made In Ohio To Carry Capitol Christmas Tree
By: Associated Press
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This year's Capitol Christmas Tree may be from Minnesota, but the 88-foot tall White Spruce will arrive in Washington with a little help from Ohio. The Chillicothe Gazette reports… Read More
Deadline For West Virginia Disaster Loans Approaches
By: Associated Press
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The deadline is approaching for West Virginia small businesses and nonprofit organizations affected by the January water crisis to apply for low-interest federal loans. The U.S. Small Business Administration… Read More
Explosion Levels Central Ohio Home
By: Associated Press
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Investigators say a gas line explosion destroyed a central Ohio home, injuring two residents and killing the family's dog. It happened Sunday morning in Newark, east of Columbus. … Read More
Ohio Salt Supplier Imports Shipments From Morocco
By: Associated Press
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An Indiana company that supplies road salt to Ohio is importing shipments from the northern Africa nation of Morocco because of the short supply and high prices. Midwest Salt… Read More