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Early retirement took off during the pandemic. An economic downturn could change that
By: Andrea Hsu | NPR
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — Before the pandemic, no one would have guessed that Dean Hebert was headed toward early retirement, least of all himself. He was enjoying his job as… Read More
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One COVID-related death has been reported in Athens County, along with 55 new cases for Oct. 21-27
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 155 total deaths related to COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after one was added to the total Thursday. The county… Read More
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New GDP report shows an economic turnaround, but don’t be fooled
By: Scott Horsley | NPR
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — The government’s official scorecard shows a rebound in economic growth during the late summer and early fall. But analysts say it overstates the strength of the… Read More
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New WOUB Producer/Director Chris Flanery is excited to tell the stories of the region
ATHENS, OH – When Chris Flanery was hired as the producer/director at WOUB Public Media in June, he knew he had a lot to learn about the region the station serves…. Read More
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Doug’s Carry Out hosts annual Trunk Or Treat
By: Erin Ashley
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ALBANY, Ohio (WOUB) – Doug’s Carry-Out hosted its third annual Trunk-Or-Treat event last night. Doug’s Trunk-Or-Treat event calls for the community to gather and trick-or-treat out of their cars. Michael… Read More
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New MOU creates mutual aid between local police forces
By: Juliana Colant
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens City Councilmembers received a draft agreement of a new MOU between the Athens Sherriff’s Office and Athens Police Department at last night’s Athens City Council… Read More
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Businesses and students prepare for the return of Halloween festivities in Athens
By: Ayden Crowley
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Halloween festivities return this weekend to Athens following a Covid-19 hiatus. After a quiet two years, the block party that takes place this year on Court… Read More
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An intimate look at what makes them so special, “Woodpeckers: The Hole Story” on NATURE – Nov. 2 at 8 pm
Nature – Woodpeckers: The Hole Story Premieres Wednesday, November 2 at 8 pm on PBS, pbs.org/nature, YouTube and the PBS Video app Go deep into the woods to explore… Read More