All Posts from Alison Patton
A proposal for an affordable housing complex in Athens raises concerns from the city’s Planning Commission
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens is a hotspot for subsidized affordable housing, but city officials and community members have some concerns about a new developer coming in. The Athens Planning Commission… Read More
A new proposed state law could cost Ohio renters more money
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Brandon Schlichter has about 100 properties in and around Circleville. He’s had his ups and downs of being a landlord. “I do know that over the… Read More
Republican Kevin Ritter wants to take his skills as a former teacher to the statehouse as the 94th District’s representative
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MARIETTA, Ohio (WOUB News) — Before he was elected as a Washington County commissioner, Kevin Ritter was a teacher. “For years I’ve had students asking me, ‘Mr. Ritter, if you… Read More
Meals on Wheels is about more than just the food for Athens County seniors
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB News) — Josh Dean has delivered hot and frozen meals to Sandra Bullock for a few years now. “When you deliver to the same person three times… Read More
Hope rises from the ashes of a Lawrence County church that burned down in July
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WATERLOO, Ohio (WOUB) — Three churches in Lawrence and Gallia Counties were burned down over the summer, but only one of them is being rebuilt in Lawrence County. The cause… Read More
The Athens Area Stand Down event helps veterans experiencing homelessness
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Now that October is here and the nights are getting chillier, people who are experiencing homelessness are even more vulnerable. Those concerned about veterans hope a… Read More
Habitat for Humanity needs more volunteers to help build homes
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GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB) — Jessica Brown has been living at her mother’s house with her three kids for about two years. Their new house is almost finished. “Hopefully, if things… Read More
Athens allows some bow hunters on city-owned property to reduce deer population
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB Public Media) — Kathy Berry moved into her Athens home on Elmwood Street in 1980 and started gardening. She didn’t worry much about deer at the time. … Read More
Local bike club struggles with volunteer shortage for trail maintenance
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Paul Schulz guides his electric chainsaw through a large fallen tree blocking the Sundown bike trail near Dow Lake Dam. “I like the mechanics of it… Read More
Pike County residents protest auction of a middle school shut down for radioactive contamination
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PIKETON, Ohio (WOUB News) — The Zahn’s Corner Middle School was shut down in 2019 after a study found radioactive contamination in the building. The school hasn’t been active since… Read More
Lawrence County fair offers sensory friendly time
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PROCTORVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — Going to the fair can be a lot of fun, but the lights, loud noises and large crowds can give some people sensory overload. The Lawrence… Read More
Legal challenge over Nelsonville City Council seats headed to state Supreme Court
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Two women who claim they belong on Nelsonville City Council are taking their dispute to the Ohio Supreme Court after an appellate court dismissed the lawsuit. … Read More
Some residents of new affordable housing complex are walking along a “dangerous” road
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The new, affordable Kershaw Greene apartment complex sits next to a busy rural road in western Athens. For residents without transportation, it means walking alongside cars… Read More
Outcome in legal case could call into question recent decisions by Nelsonville City Council
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A state appeals court is deciding who has the legitimate right to two seats on the Nelsonville City Council. Depending on the court’s decision, it could… Read More
Food pantries expect more visitors if Congress changes food stamps formula
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – Kayla Darby receives SNAP benefits at the beginning of the month, but with four kids, she needs additional support. “It doesn’t get us through the full… Read More
Athens received funding for affordable housing across the county
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County received over $1 million to bring affordable housing across the county for first-time homebuyers. The plan is to build 13 homes: six in The… Read More
Pike County residents pushing for radiation exposure compensation
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MCDERMOTT, Ohio (WOUB) – Vina Colley has an air filter outside her home about 17 miles south of the old Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant. Once a month, she mails it… Read More
Meigs County Public Transportation is expanding its service with a new transportation hub
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POMEROY, Ohio (WOUB) – After two years of service, Meigs County Public Transportation is getting a new $4 million building to expand its operations. Director of MCPT Theresa Lavender said… Read More