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Police Investigating Several Incidents of Vandalism to Vehicles
The Athens Police Department is hoping people will come forward to help them figure out who vandalized a number of cars in Athens over the weekend. Captain Ralph Harvey… Read More
Lady Wildcats Remain on Top in Week 2 Rankings
For the second week in a row, the Waterford Lady Wildcats (14-0, 11-0) rank No. 1 in Division IV for the AP Ohio High School Girls Basketball State Poll. Last… Read More
City Council Debates Pool Ordinance
The Athens City Council debated a new ordinance about the city pool at length on Tuesday, questioning the language and intention of the ordinance. The ordinance, which was only in… Read More
The Return of Kelly Karlis
When every athlete signs his or her letter of intent, there is a possibility of injury that comes along with it. Transitioning from high school to college athletics will take… Read More
Ohio University Campus Conversation Takes on Race
Ohio University students, faculty, and Athens locals are beginning the new year with a conversation about race. The university sponsors “Campus Conversations,” designed to allow a confidential and open discussion about topics… Read More
Delegate To Challenge W.Va. Secretary Of State In Dem. Primary
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – West Virginia Delegate Patsy Trecost is challenging Secretary of State Natalie Tennant in a Democratic primary. The Harrison County lawmaker announced his bid for secretary of… Read More
Ohio Patrol Official Accused Of Stalking Woman After Affair
MARIETTA, Ohio (AP) – A State Highway Patrol post commander in southeast Ohio is charged with two felonies stemming from allegations that he had an affair with a subordinate’s wife… Read More
Residents Honor Ohio Police Officer Found Slain
DANVILLE, Ohio (AP) – More than 100 people have attended a candlelight vigil honoring a police officer killed by a man who’s suspected of targeting the officer. Officer Thomas Cottrell’s… Read More
Lawmakers Consider Childproofing for E-cigarette Liquids
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Liquids used in electronic cigarettes would have to be sold in child-resistant packaging under a bill getting a hearing in the Ohio House. E-cigarettes are battery-powered… Read More
Hearing Slated In Chemical Spill Cases Ahead of Sentencings
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – A federal judge has scheduled a hearing leading up to several criminal sentencings surrounding a massive chemical spill. On Tuesday, U.S. District Judge Thomas Johnston in… Read More
Athens Dominates New Lexington
The Athens Bulldogs have gotten out of the slump they started the season with. Athens defeated the out-of-conference New Lexington Panthers 67-42. A major key for the Bulldogs was their… Read More