All Posts from Nick Viland
Concerns about proposed short-term rental ordinance in Athens turn on definition of ‘owner occupied’
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A handful of residents once again raised concerns over a proposed ordinance that would regulate short-term rentals in Athens during Monday night’s City Council meeting. The… Read More
A local coffee business offers more than just a caffeine fix
On top of a table sits cold brew coffee, flavored syrups and a speaker. To the average person it may appear as just that, but for Sean Smothers it means… Read More
Athens City Council Approves Pay Increase Of New Arts, Parks and Recreation Director
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens City Council voted 6-1 Monday night to give Mayor Steve Patterson the ability to hire a new director for the Athens Arts, Parks and… Read More
A Mobile Cafe Emerges From Pandemic
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The chill morning air hits your lungs as the sun starts to rise in the distance. For most this could be a start to a relaxing… Read More
Athens Has Received Its First Big Slice Of American Rescue Plan Funds
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Athens finally received its share of the American Rescue Plan Act funds after a long wait from its announcement in March. The city… Read More
Athens Replacing Storm Tunnel At Risk Of Collapse
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Athens will spend over a half-million to replace a storm tunnel under a busy street that could collapse into a sinkhole. The tunnel… Read More
Ohio Alumni Participate In The Basketball Tournament
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOUB) – A team dedicated to alumni from Ohio University, Ohio 1804, took on The Basketball Tournament. The outcome wasn’t what they wanted, but the first steps toward… Read More
New Head Coach Set To Lead Lancaster Football Team
LANCASTER, Ohio (WOUB) – Rob Carpenter stepped down from the Lancaster Golden Gales football team and ended a 23-season career of being head coach for the high school. The man… Read More
Athens County Child Advocates Program Sees Big Cut In Funding
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A program that works with abused or neglected children who are in the court system has been hit with a dramatic decrease in funding. Athens County’s… Read More
Ohio Alumni Team Up to Take on the Basketball Tournament
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – Bobcat alumni are assembling to take on The Basketball Tournament (TBT) at the end of the month. Players from Ohio University’s historic 2011-2012 team that upset… Read More
Federal Funding Looks To Bridge Digital Divide In Southeast Ohio
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — As federal stimulus money flows into states to rebuild post-pandemic, a top priority for southeast Ohio is addressing a longstanding infrastructure problem. The region exists in… Read More
Some Ohio Cities To Receive Less Stimulus Money Than Originally Planned
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB)- Some cities in Ohio have scrapped their initial plans to spend their share of funds from the American Rescue Plan after a new law cut that money…. Read More
Local Governments Begin To Plan American Rescue Plan Spending
Local governments are heading back to the drawing board to determine how to use the American Rescue Plan Act money that is finally coming in. The Biden administration signed the… Read More
Athens Launching New Initiative For Mental Health Emergencies
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Going to the hospital is often the best option when you have a health emergency, but when it comes to a mental health crisis this can… Read More
Athens City Council Starts Process To Allow Open Containers Outside
ATHENS, Ohio — Athens City Council on Monday had a first reading on a DORA, or designated outdoor refreshment area, ordinance. This area would allow anyone over 21 to take their… Read More
Coronavirus Causes Internship Cancellations
ATHENS, Ohio – As the number of coronavirus cases continues to grow, and as schools and businesses remain closed to in-person instruction, summer internship plans for students are not looking… Read More