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OU Students Host ‘Take Back the Night’ Events on Campus
Ohio University students gathered in Scripps Hall and marched through the streets of Athens as a part of the Take Back the Night campaign. The students had Dr. Stephanie Gilmore, a writer and activist for preventing sexual violence on college campus, speak to the group of students on how to combat rape culture on campuses…. Read More
Ballot Issue Seeking to Legalize Medical Marijuana & Hemp Clears Hurdle
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – A statewide ballot issue seeking to legalize both medical marijuana and industrial hemp in Ohio this fall has cleared an initial hurdle with Attorney General Mike DeWine certifying the petition summary. Thursday’s action sends the Grassroots Ohio measure to the Ohio Ballot Board, which determines whether it’s one issue or two…. Read More
Two Indicted in Heroin Trafficking Investigation, Third Pleads Guilty
By: Susan Tebben
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Two suspects in a joint investigation by area law enforcement into a heroin trafficking operation have been indicted in Athens County Common Pleas Court, and a third pleaded guilty. Eric J. Miller, 36, and Lindsey Roach, 24, were both indicted by an Athens County grand jury on charges of engaging in a pattern of corrupt activity,… Read More
Rev1 Ventures Helps Start-Up Companies Develop Until Viable for Investment
By: Tom Hodson
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Rev1 Ventures in Columbus works with companies and entrepreneurs in 15 central Ohio counties to develop ideas, services and products from basic concepts to having investment potential. Bethany George, an Ohio University alumna, serves as Director of Investment Funds for the central Ohio firm. Rev1 Ventures provides free services to a select group of entrepreneurs… Read More
Caller Who Reported Man with Gun at Wal-Mart May Be Charged
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FAIRBORN, Ohio (AP) – A 911 caller who reported a man waving a gun in an Ohio Wal-Mart before police fatally shot him could face a charge of making a false alarm. The man actually was toting an air rifle he picked up from a shelf. Fairborn Municipal Court Judge Beth Root found probable cause… Read More
Homeless in Athens County Made Invisible
By: Micaela Marshall
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While most residents are aware of the high rates of poverty in the county, many are unaware of how many Athens County residents face housing instability issues. Kelly Cooke, Executive Director of My Sisters’ Place and Chair of Athens County Housing Coalition said, “I don’t know if we can specifically call it a homeless problem,… Read More
Kasich Focuses on Accomplishments in State of State Address
By: Matt Cudahy
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For the sixth time as Ohio’s Governor, John Kasich delivered his annual State of the State Address, however this was the first time the event was held in Southeast Ohio. The address, which took place in Marietta, started at 7 p.m. and ended promptly at 8:21 p.m. The event opened with Cliff Rosenberger, Speaker of… Read More
New Image of Athens Serial Sex Offender Released
By: Kellyanne Stitts
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New technology may help in finding a serial sexual predator. A new image of the man believed to have been attacking women for more than nine years was released Wednesday by the Athens Police Department. The near photo-like rendering was created by “Snapshot DNA” at the request of the Athens Police Department. The process is… Read More
Moon Tunnel Reading Series
A new reading series within the English Department at Ohio University held their final event in March. The series focuses on the work of master and PhD students which include poems, essays, and even novels. The last reading focused on celebrating those who are graduating this spring. The series was started by Sarah Minor and… Read More
Area Families Connect at Kennedy’s Art Encounters Workshop
By: Kelly Fisher
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Rachel Bender, Megan Milano and Johnna Miska spend their time at work doodling on tables. The three Ohio University students — Bender and Milano are working through the Program to Aid Career Exploration (PACE) and Miska through an independent study — work at the Kennedy Museum of Art, located at the Ridges. In Lin Hall,… Read More