All Posts from Allison Hunter

Talk of “Armed March” At Statehouse Taken Seriously
By: Jo Ingles | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — State officials are not saying much about preparations for an “armed march” planned for the Ohio Statehouse and other state capitols this Sunday. The… Read More

Athens County Confirms 35 COVID-19 Cases For January 11
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 3,434 total cases of COVID-19 after 35 new cases were reported Monday. The Ohio Department of Health confirmed the new cases on… Read More

Crowdfunding Helps Photographer Share Southeast Ohio’s “Black Diamonds”
By: Chris Day | WOUB Visuals, Evann Figueroa | WOUB Visuals
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The WOUB Visuals team talked with photographer and Ohio University alumni Rich-Joseph Facun about his new photobook, “Black Diamonds.” The book is a visual exploration of… Read More

Congress’ Electoral College Tally Promises More Acrimony Than Ceremony
By: Deirdre Walsh | NPR
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Wednesday’s count is set to highlight the bitter divide between the parties. Debate will prolong the process but not change the election outcome. Here’s what to expect and how to follow updates.

Athens County Confirms 39 New COVID-19 Cases For January 5
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 3,229 total cases of COVID-19 after 39 new cases were reported Monday. The Ohio Department of Health confirmed the new cases on… Read More

DeWine Signs ‘Stand Your Ground’ Bill Into Law
By: Andy Chow | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Gov. Mike DeWine (R-Ohio) has signed the so-called “Stand Your Ground” bill, SB175, which removes the requirement for a person to retreat before shooting… Read More

Trump’s Call To Georgia Election Officials Sparks Debate Over Legality, Ethics
By: Brian Naylor | NPR, Jaclyn Diaz | NPR
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It’s unclear whether Trump’s call violated election law or whether the president should — or even could — be prosecuted.

COVID Relief Is Coming To The Ohio Valley. But As Hunger Persists, Did It Arrive Too Late?
By: Liam Niemeyer | Ohio Valley ReSource
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(Ohio Valley ReSource)– He asked her if she was cold. A wind whips around the park in western Kentucky a couple days before Christmas. He puts his arm around her… Read More

DeWine Opposes Effort By Many Republicans To Overturn Biden’s Win
By: Karen Kasler | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Ohio’s Republican Sen. Rob Portman says he opposes objections to certification of the electoral college results on Wednesday, though it’s expected at least five… Read More

Athens County Confirms 19 COVID-19 Cases For January 4
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 3,190 total cases of COVID-19 after 19 new cases were reported Monday. The Ohio Department of Health confirmed the new cases on… Read More

Athens County Confirms 25 COVID-19 Cases For January 3
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 3,171 total cases of COVID-19 after 25 new cases were reported Sunday. The Ohio Department of Health confirmed the new cases on… Read More

Athens County Confirms 45 COVID-19 Cases For Jan. 1 and Jan. 2
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 3,146 total cases of COVID-19 after 45 new cases were reported Saturday. The Ohio Department of Health confirmed the new cases on… Read More

Fields’ Day: No. 3 Ohio State Routs No. 2 Clemson 49-28
By: Ralph D. Russo | AP
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NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Justin Fields threw six touchdown passes to outshine Trevor Lawrence and No. 3 Ohio State avenged last season’s painful College Football Playoff loss to Clemson with… Read More

Congress Overturns Trump Veto On Defense Bill After Political Detour
By: Philip Ewing | NPR
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Senate Republicans rejected their own president’s veto on New Year’s Day, and the National Defense Authorization Act is set to take effect despite President Trump and a feud over relief payments.

29 COVID-19 Cases Confirmed in Athens County For December 31
By: WOUB News Team
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 3,101 total cases of COVID-19 after 29 new cases were reported Thursday. One case remains uncategorized in an age group. The Ohio… Read More

Athens County Confirms 40 COVID-19 Cases For December 30
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 3,072 total cases of COVID-19 after 40 new cases were reported Wednesday. The Ohio Department of Health confirmed the new cases on… Read More

2020 Year In Review – Ohio Presidential Election Broke Record, Tradition
By: Karen Kasler | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOUB) — A year ago, 2020 looked like it was going to be another busy election year in Ohio. But with the pandemic crowding out most other news… Read More

2020 Year In Review – Pandemic, Leadership Shake Up Leaves Bills On Cutting Room Floor
By: Andy Chow | Statehouse News Bureau
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The Ohio General Assembly has wrapped up one of the most tumultuous years in state history, with a pandemic, economic downturn, and bribery scandal… Read More

Athens County Confirms 34 COVID-19 Cases For December 29
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 3,032 total cases of COVID-19 after 34 new cases were reported Tuesday. The Ohio Department of Health confirmed the new cases on… Read More

Authorities Recover Stolen Holiday Mail In Athens County
By: News Releases
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — According to a press release, on December 23, 2020, The Athens City Police Department and The Athens County Sheriff’s Office searched a home on Scatter Ridge… Read More

Ohio’s Only Black Elected Prosecutor Prepares To Take Office
By: Debbie Holmes | WOSU
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STARK COUNTY, Ohio (WOSU) — In January, Stark County will have its first-ever Black elected prosecutor. Republican Kyle Stone, 37, will also be the only Black county prosecutor in the… Read More

Athens County Confirms 22 Cases of COVID-19 For December 22
By: Allison Hunter
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 2,863 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 22 cases were confirmed Monday. The Ohio Department of Health… Read More

AP Source: Feds Sue Walmart Over Role In Opioid Crisis
By: Michael Balsamo | Associated Press
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WASHINGTON (AP) – The Justice Department is suing Walmart, alleging the company unlawfully dispensed controlled substances through its pharmacies, helping to fuel the opioid crisis in America. That’s according to… Read More

Here Is What’s In Congress’ COVID-19 Relief Package
By: Brian Naylor | NPR
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From direct payments for American households to mass transit, the congressional relief package contains money for individuals and institutions affected by the coronavirus pandemic. But there’s more.

Franklin County Judge Blocks Nuclear Bailout Fees From Kicking In
By: Paige Pfleger | WOSU
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOSU) — A Franklin County judge has granted a preliminary injuction that blocks the owner of Ohio’s two nuclear power plants from collecting fees as part of HB6,… Read More
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