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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
Impacts of Climate Change Skepticism on Policy to be Discussed by Experts
Harvard professor and noted science historian Dr. Naomi Oreskes will be on the Ohio University campus for a two-day event to discuss climate change skepticism and how it impacts policymaking and public discourse. Dr. Oreskes is a professor of the History of Science and an affiliated professor of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Harvard University…. Read More
Athens Gas Stations Prepare for Skimming Threat
By: Marisa Oberle
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Gas pumps seem harmless, but they can hold the key to bank and credit card accounts through a process called “skimming.” Montgomery County Auditor Karl L. Keith said the crime has been growing in Ohio with 21 cases reported as of mid-March. Skimming occurs when thieves install credit card skimmers alongside, or in place… Read More
Mild Winter Leaves Surplus of Salt and Money
A pile of salt – covered by a tarp on West State St. testifies to the mild winter. The surplus means less salt will be required next winter and that means more money for other projects. Athens Mayor Steve Patterson is rejoicing. “It’s great because we get to essentially roll the savings with our salt… Read More
Union Street Businesses Struggle Even in New Locations
By: Nathan Wiseman
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West Union Street businesses, displaced by a fire in 2014, continue to face problems even after moving to new locations. Construction has forced a lane of the street and much of the sidewalk to remain closed discouraging customers from shopping at businesses across the street. And Mary Cheadle, the owner of Uptown Dog, a tee-shirt… Read More
Ohio University Bucks Trend in Teaching Enrollments
The number of students in Ohio graduating with degrees in education dropped by a quarter since the 2003-2004 school year, according to the Columbus Dispatch. However, Ohio University’s Patton College of Education, which has increased admission requirements, has also seen an increase in students enrolling in the program. Frans Doppen, chair of teacher education at… Read More
Kentucky House, Senate Leaders Resume Budget Talks
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – Kentucky House and Senate leaders have resumed budget talks at the state Capitol. Republican Senate President Robert Stivers says the negotiations went very well and talks will continue into Thursday. Stivers and Democratic House Speaker Greg Stumbo are members of a bipartisan committee attempting to come up with a compromise on… Read More
Columbus Zoo Going Smoke-free, As Is The Wilds Animal Park
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POWELL, Ohio (AP) – The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in central Ohio says it’s going smoke-free. Officials say it will join several other zoos around the country, including all Ohio zoos, by prohibiting smoking on zoo grounds beginning Friday. The ban includes electronic cigarettes. It also applies to an affiliated nonprofit conservation center in Muskingum… Read More
Concerns Prompt Cuyahoga County to Ban North Carolina Travel
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CLEVELAND (AP) – Ohio’s most populous county is banning its employees from non-essential government travel to North Carolina after that state enacted a law prohibiting communities from passing ordinances to protect the rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people. Cuyahoga County Executive Armond Budish said Wednesday that the ban is in effect until North… Read More
Kasich Back On Campaign Trail After State of State Speech
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MARIETTA, Ohio (AP) – Gov. John Kasich (KAY’-sik) is wasting no time returning to the presidential campaign trail a day after sounding a unifying theme to Ohio and the nation in his annual State of the State address. The Republican presidential hopeful is scheduled to campaign in New York on Thursday, a day after he… Read More
Eligible Kentucky Voters May Begin Casting Mail-in Absentee Ballots
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FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) – Secretary of State Alison Lundergan Grimes says eligible voters may begin casting mail-in absentee ballots for Kentucky’s May 17 primary election. People eligible to vote by mail-in absentee balloting include military personnel and their dependents, overseas citizens, students who temporarily live outside their home counties, voters who temporarily reside outside Kentucky… Read More