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![The Federal Reserve knows that "higher prices for essential items such as food, gasoline and shelter add to the burdens faced by many families," Fed Chairman Jerome Powell said. But he noted that ultra-low inflation or deflation is also a threat.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/gettyimages-1211161943-2bbcb76be539fa83831bde8219054f6a97c8d66a-scaled-e1598556026483-900x422.jpg)
Fed Prepared To Let Economy Run Hotter
By: Scott Horsley | NPR
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The Federal Reserve is adjusting its long-range policy on inflation and employment. The central bank said it’s now more concerned with prices that are too low than with runaway inflation.
![Mike DeWine wearing mask](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Mike-DeWine-wearing-mask-062320-scaled-e1594335128621-900x422.jpg)
Ohio Approved for Additional Unemployment; Schools Must Report Positive COVID Cases
By: Sarah Taylor | WKSU
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WKSU) — Ohioans who qualify for unemployment benefits will receive a federal extension of $300 a week. During the bi-weekly briefing on the coronavirus today, Lt. Gov. Jon Husted… Read More
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Yost Considering Legal Action To Stall Electric Bill Hikes
By: Andy Chow | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Attorney General Dave Yost (R-Ohio) says he’s considering taking legal action to stall the billion dollar nuclear power plant bailout as legislators consider a possible… Read More
![A banner over Court St. in Athens urges people to wear masks.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Image-from-iOS-scaled-e1596476363128-900x422.jpg)
Athens Co. Confirms No New COVID-19 Cases For August 27
By: Aaron Payne
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County remained at 376 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after no new cases were confirmed Thursday. The Athens City-County Health… Read More
![Since the death of George Floyd in May, have you personally taken any actions to better understand racial issues in America?](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ipsos-george-floyd-f1929b3cb6bf86651e629e8adcbf42dac0644a6f-900x422.png)
As Nation Reckons With Race, Poll Finds White Americans Least Engaged
By: Adrian Florido | NPR, Marisa Peñaloza | NPR
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The NPR/Ipsos poll also found wide gaps in support for demands that racial justice advocates are making.
![Vice President Pence speaks on the third day of the Republican National Convention at Fort McHenry in Baltimore. He stressed a law and order message as protests over racism and policing continue.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ap_20240116562387-dc550edf445a61ff3c84ddfe521d0e519a547ba3-900x422.jpg)
Pence Warns Of An Unsafe America Under Biden: Takeaways From Day 3 Of The RNC
By: Deirdre Walsh | NPR
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Vice President Pence stressed a law and order message as protests over racism and policing continue. Republicans also worked to shore up support from suburban women and contrast visions of the future.
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Athena Cinema Presents 8th Annual Sustainability Film Series Virtually
Athena Cinema, University Libraries and Environmental Studies Program present the 8th annual Sustainability Film Series. For the first time ever, the series will be presented virtually. In keeping with all previous series,… Read More
![Elinor smelling a flower](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/ELINOR-WONDERS-WHY-feature-900x422.png)
WOUB to Hold Virtual Premiere Screening of New PBS Kids Program
ELINOR WONDERS WHY is geared toward preschool aged children ATHENS, OH – WOUB Public Media’s Learning Lab is going to hold a virtual premiere screening of the new PBS Kids… Read More
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Career expert Kerry Hannon shares tips for working remotely
Prolific jobs and finance writer Kerry Hannon has a new book out, and it could be THE career book of 2020: “Great Pajama Jobs: Your Complete Guide to Working from… Read More