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The number of tick-related illnesses in Ohio is skyrocketing. Here’s why
By: Jo Ingles | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — In 2010, there were 40 reported cases of Lyme disease in Ohio. That soared by nearly 1,000% to 415 in the next ten years…. Read More
An Athens beauty supply shop’s request for permission to also sell vaping products has been denied
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A beauty supply store in the uptown Athens area will not be able to sell vaping products as well because it’s too close to a church…. Read More
This Week On Radio Free Athens: April 18, 2026
Radio Free Athens (RFA) is broadcast Saturdays on WOUB 1340 AM and allows community volunteers and Ohio University students to present music and interview content through a format-free, host-driven program…. Read More
Fantastic Negrito reflects on winning inaugural NPR Tiny Desk Contest, upcycling and Bay Area greats
By: Ian Saint
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOUB) – Roughly 7,000 artists submit NPR Tiny Desk Contest applications every year. Fantastic Negrito was the first contest winner and he’s won three Grammys since his electrifying… Read More