All Posts from Donovan Varney
![Photo of town square in Nelsonville Ohio. The town's fountain in on the left hand side of the image with buildings on the right.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Nelsonville_Ohio-e1544726003232-900x422.jpg)
Nelsonville residents go to court to get an initiative on the ballot to change the city’s government
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Two Nelsonville residents are asking a judge to order city leaders to put an initiative for a new city government on the November ballot. The initiative,… Read More
![A cornhole board with the logo for the Southeastern Ohio Center for Independent Living logo.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/00246.MTS_.13_24_37_08.Still001-e1721415143654-900x422.jpg)
SOCIL is providing adaptable sports for people with disabilities
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Gage Miller grabs a football off the ground, spins around and hands it off to a friend who tucks it into his lap before wheeling off. … Read More
![Athens County Courthouse](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/courthouse-4-e1584392226155-900x422.jpeg)
Attorney aims to appeal conviction by arguing for a more serious charge
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A defense attorney trying to overturn his client’s conviction found himself in the unusual position last week of arguing the evidence at trial pointed to a more… Read More
![Athens County Courthouse](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/courthouse-4-e1584392226155-900x422.jpeg)
Judges hear appeal of former Ohio University student’s rape conviction
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A man serving eight years in prison for the rape of a former Ohio University student says his attorney rejected a plea deal without consulting with… Read More
![Marijuana plants at Hepworth Farms in Milton, N.Y.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ap22229608902561-51ea4c62bae9b8da2bf310a882b9677445a67ac7-scaled-e1661877513924-900x422.jpg)
Clearing up the confusion on Ohio’s marijuana laws
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — In Ohio, it’s legal to grow, smoke and eat marijuana. But six months after voters legalized recreational marijuana, it’s still illegal to buy it or sell… Read More
![Lettering above the bleachers at Ed Miller Stadium that says "The Burg's the word"](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Written-900x422.png)
Season Preview: The Wheelersburg Pirates and their tradition of excellence
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WHEELERSBURG, Ohio (WOUB) — The Wheelersburg football program began its tradition of excellence when it first took the field in 1930. Head coach Rob Woodward has been the captain since… Read More
![Two containers of hemp gummies sitting in front of a hemp-infused Rice Krispie treat.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Krispie-Gummy-e1719852822916-900x422.jpg)
An effort to regulate intoxicating hemp products is stalled in the Ohio Legislature
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Gummy worms, gummy bears and Rice Krispie treats are all notable sweets. Right now, these snacks are being sold as hemp-infused products at your local gas… Read More
![City of Middleport welcome sign.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/MiddleportSign-e1719437522744-900x422.jpg)
Middleport residents worried about public safety after police layoffs
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MIDDLEPORT, Ohio (WOUB) — Middleport residents are concerned about public safety now that its police force has been cut in half. The Village Council held a special meeting Monday… Read More
![Signage that's posted outside of the Marietta Municipal Court that says "Legal Aid Clinic"](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Legal-Aid-Clinic-e1718725479793-900x422.jpg)
Clinic provides free legal aid to people looking to clear their criminal records
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MARIETTA, Ohio (WOUB) — Brady Radabaugh would like to adopt a child and start a family. But he can’t. He has a criminal record that will show up in a… Read More
![Photo of town square in Nelsonville Ohio. The town's fountain in on the left hand side of the image with buildings on the right.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/Nelsonville_Ohio-e1544726003232-900x422.jpg)
A former Nelsonville City Council member has filed legal action against city officials
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A former Nelsonville City Council member is accusing city officials of conducting public business in private and is demanding release of their conversations. In a legal… Read More
![Lots of people at Strouds Run State Park enjoying the beach and water attractions.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Screenshot-2024-05-30-at-4.44.09 PM-1-e1717103125430-900x422.png)
Strouds Run State Park beach will have access for people with mobility disabilities
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A new project at Strouds Run State Park would allow people with mobility disabilities to enjoy one of the park’s most popular attractions. On most summer… Read More
![An iPhone displays a negative balance on the Apple Cash app](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/ap19283670965968_custom-0f26b701e21b4e83b7dc8a4d21b017d8bef65e96-scaled-e1661868104260-900x422.jpg)
Phone scammers are impersonating local police
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Phone scammers are exploiting locals by disguising themselves as the police. The Athens Police Department reported the callers used the identities of officers and told people… Read More