All Posts from Lucy Schaefer
![Recycling bins line an alleyway behind Court Street.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/bins-e1717107604227-900x422.jpg)
The Athens-Hocking Recycling Centers have a plan to continue funding its operations
By: Lucy Schaefer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens-Hocking Recycling Centers may survive for longer than expected. The center went into a financial crisis in November when Athens signed with Rumpke to haul… Read More
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Severe shortage of rainfall brings drought conditions to southeast Ohio’s usually wet summer
By: Isabelle Isco
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Athens, Ohio (WOUB) — It’s been a hot and humid summer, the perfect ingredients for rain. So, where has all the rain gone? June is usually the rainiest month in… Read More
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The final public hearing on parcel fees brings new perspectives and new options
By: Lucy Schaefer
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LOGAN, Ohio (WOUB) — A proposed parcel fee to preserve the local recycling center received a cool reception in Logan last week. It was the last of three public hearings… Read More
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Businesses are preparing for the 19th annual Brew Week
By: Lucy Schaefer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens Brew Week returns Friday and local businesses are preparing for a boost in sales. Places like Crystal, Casa Nueva, J-Bar and Pigskin are hosting live… Read More
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Select residents in Athens, Hocking and Perry counties can get assistance during the summer
By: Lucy Schaefer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A program to help some residents pay for utilities or air conditioning during the summer is now open to Athens, Hocking and Perry county residents. HAPCAP’s… Read More
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Possible developments on Lavelle Road have neighbors worrying
By: Lucy Schaefer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Neighbors on a narrow country road outside Athens are opposed to plans to split a large lot for development. Russell Chamberlain, a local real estate broker… Read More
![The Solid Waste District's second public hearing on the proposed parcel fee](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/00108.00_00_02_29.Still003-e1720042891848-900x422.jpg)
Residents gathered for the second public hearing for a parcel fee that could save the local recycling center
By: Lucy Schaefer
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A proposed property tax to help fund local recycling operations again drew mixed reactions at its second public hearing. The parcel fee is part of the Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District’s… Read More
![Public Hearing at the Athens Community Center](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/public-hearing-writen-photo-e1719602899508-900x422.jpg)
Area residents weigh in on proposed fee to save the local recycling center
By: Lucy Schaefer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A large crowd gathered at the Athens Community Center this week with strong opinions about a proposed parcel fee. The Athens Hocking Solid Waste District wants… Read More
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Athens City Council votes to join a waste management council of governments
By: Lucy Schaefer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Athens is now part of a collective effort to save the local recycling center and manage solid waste. The City Council passed an… Read More
![A one-story commercial building on Richland Avenue that will be converted to housing for New Leaf.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/saop-feature-e1718661719124-900x422.jpg)
Transitional housing for abuse survivors planned for Athens
By: Lucy Schaefer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — New housing and support services in Athens for people impacted by crisis and trauma is one step closer to reality. The Athens Board of Zoning Appeals… Read More
![Members of the Athens Hocking Solid Waste District meet to discuss implementing a parcel fee.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/00078.00_00_21_10.Still002-900x422.jpg)
Solid Waste District moves forward with parcel fees
By: Lucy Schaefer
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District approved a motion Wednesday to move forward with a $24 annual parcel fee for property owners. The fee would fund the… Read More
![Hyundai Dealership in Athens, Ohio](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/new-900x422.jpg)
Athens City Council considers rezoning requests that would expand business space
By: Lucy Schaefer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Two rezoning requests before the Athens City Council would allow businesses to operate closer to residences near two major streets. One proposal would allow the Hyundai… Read More
![Recycling bins line an alleyway behind Court Street.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/bins-e1717107604227-900x422.jpg)
Fate of Athens Hocking Recycling Center may rest on a proposed property fee
By: Lucy Schaefer
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) – Efforts to save the Athens Hocking Recycling Center may hinge on a proposed fee on property owners. The fee would apply to all properties with structures… Read More