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59-Year-Old Woman Dies in Mineral Wells Fire
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MINERAL WELLS, W.Va. (AP) – A 59-year-old woman has died in a fire at a Mineral Wells home. The Wood County Sheriff’s Department tells local media that Donna Florence died in the Wednesday morning house fire. Florence’s husband managed to escape the fire and was released Thursday morning from Camden Clark Medical Center, where he… Read More
‘Daniel’s Law’ Bill Sponsor Takes Opioid Fight Back Home
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ATHENS, Ohio — The lead sponsor of a bill aimed at limiting the prescription of opioid painkillers was in Athens and Marietta Friday to promote the bill. Daniel’s Law –House Bill 167 and Senate Bill 119 — limits opioid painkiller prescriptions to a 3-7 day supply, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control. Any… Read More
ACA Repeal Could Affect Addiction Treatment, Hospitals in Southeast Ohio
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ATHENS, Ohio — The implications of repealing the Affordable Care Act –which is also referred to as Obamacare– could go beyond thousands losing health insurance in southeast Ohio. The ACA expanded the traditional idea of healthcare being there for an individual in case of a medical emergency to include proactive coverage for “essential health benefits.”… Read More
Former UNM President Talks Goals For OU During Third Presidential Forum
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ATHENS, Ohio — The former president of the University of Mexico said he would focus on improving retention rates, corporate partnerships and pushing the university’s brand if selected to serve in the same position at Ohio University. Dr. Robert Frank answered questions from the public Friday afternoon during the third open forum for OU presidential… Read More
First Presidential Forum Allows Community To Interview Former Texas Tech President
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ATHENS — A candidate vying to be the next president of Ohio University said his goals would include growing the school’s research profile, strengthening relations with the community and prioritizing diversity and inclusion. Dr. M. Duane Nellis fielded questions from students, faculty, alumni and community members during Wednesday evening’s public forum held in Baker Center…. Read More
Local Vets Heading To Standing Rock
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ATHENS, Ohio — A group of local veterans are traveling to Standing Rock, North Dakota later this week to protest the construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline. And they are looking for the community’s help before they leave. Navy veteran and Athens County resident Katlyn Perie said after seeing the treatment of Sioux Tribe members… Read More
Sensible Logan Decriminalization Organization Pleased with Election Day Result
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LOGAN, Ohio — Logan will regulate marijuana punishments differently after the results of Tuesday’s election. The Sensible Marijuana Ordinance passed with a majority of voters approving the measure making possession of less than 200 grams of marijuana a minor misdemeanor, while anything more is an automatic felony. Don Keeney, one of the Sensible Logan Decriminalization… Read More
Ohio Brew Week Celebrates Local Growth
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ATHENS, Ohio — As brewers from around the state kick off this year’s Ohio Brew Week on Friday, the host city of Athens will get a chance to celebrate the growth of the industry locally. Brad Clark, Director of Brewing Operations at Jackie O’s, remembers when they started a little over 10 years ago. New… Read More
Pot Vs. Pills: Can Marijuana Help Cure The Opiate Crisis?
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As the opioid epidemic continues to plague the Ohio Valley with addiction and death, the search for safer methods of pain management has become increasingly urgent. Advocates for medical marijuana have recently made inroads in the area with growing scientific evidence that the substance currently considered of no medical value by the federal government might… Read More
Athens County Commissioners Hoping To Move Energy Efficiency Project Forward On Agreeable Terms
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ATHENS, OH – Before moving forward with an energy efficiency project for Athens County buildings, the Board of County Commissioners is requesting a company providing initial engineering services change some language in their agreement. Commission President Lenny Eliason said during Thursday morning meeting that Johnson Controls would need to assure if the county chose to… Read More