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Drug Bust Results In More Than $18,000 Confiscated
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Two people are in custody after being arrested Tuesday morning in connection with a drug bust that included the seizure of cocaine, heroin, ecstasy and more than $18,000 cash. Porter… Read More
Athens Man Killed In Car Crash Along SR 278
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An Athens man died early Thursday morning when he failed to make a left curve on State Route 278. James R. Cunningham, 33, of Athens was traveling south on the… Read More
Memorial Service Set For Saturday For Prolific Ohio Author Jack Matthews
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John H. “Jack” Matthews, age 88, of Athens, died Thursday morning, Nov. 28, 2013 at his home. He was an American novelist, short story writer, essayist, playwright and Distinguished Professor… Read More
Deer Hunters, Wildlife Officers Taking to the Woods
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When deer hunters take to the fields and woods of Southeastern Ohio on Monday, so will about two dozen officers with the Ohio Division of Wildlife. Ohio’s deer-gun season starts… Read More
Glouster Man Gets Life In Prison For Child Rapes
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A Glouster man convicted in Franklin County of raping a child multiple times was sentenced Thursday to three consecutive life sentences, plus an additional 77 years to life. Last month,… Read More
OU Center For Entrepreneurship Finalist For Best Program In U.S.
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The Center for Entrepreneurship, a partnership of the Ohio University College of Business and the Voinovich School of Leadership and Public Affairs, has been named a finalist for the 2014… Read More
OU Professor Inducted Into Engineering And Science Hall Of Fame
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An eminent scholar at Ohio University was inducted Thursday to the Engineering and Science Hall of Fame at the Engineers Club of Dayton for his inventions of alternative fuels and… Read More
Sexual Assault Survivor Services Being Provided To Residents
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As of August, Ohio University’s Survivor Advocacy Program (OUSAP) has expanded to provide sexual assault survivor services for Meigs and Perry counties. Thanks to a grant from the Office for… Read More
Sports, Comedy On Tap For Ohio University Dad’s Weekend
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Whether it’s comedy, sports or music, there’s a little something for every Bobcat father going on during Ohio University’s Dads Weekend, which starts Friday. Hockey fans can watch the OU… Read More
County Museum’s Book Store, Gift Shop Expand Space, Hours
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The book store and gift shop at the Athens County Historical Society and Museum on Court Street in Athens has doubled in size and is doubling its hours during the… Read More
OU Journalism School Offers Internships To Cover 2014 World Cup In Brazil
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The E.W. Scripps School of Journalism in the Scripps College of Communication at Ohio University has entered into an exclusive partnership with the U.S. Soccer Federation for the upcoming World… Read More
Grand Jury: No Crime Committed In Social Media Sexual Assault Case
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The Athens County Grand Jury refused to bring any indictments in the sexual incident that occurred Homecoming weekend and was captured and transmitted through social media. The grand jury has… Read More
Millfield Mother Arrested After Appearing Impaired At School
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A Millfield mother was arrested on an active warrant after she attempted to pick her children up from Trimble Elementary School on Wednesday and appeared to be impaired, according to… Read More
Columbus Road Construction Continues Well Past Target Date
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York Paving is expected to continue to work on paving a section of Columbus Road Monday and Tuesday with permanent pavement marking set to be installed beginning Wednesday. Traffic will… Read More
Suspect Sought In Sexual Assault
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Athens police are looking for a suspect that allegedly sexually assaulted a woman early Friday morning. The suspect is described as a white, college-age male with blond hair. The crime… Read More
Construction Continues On Columbus Road
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York Paving is expected to continue Columbus Road work the week of Sept. 30. Activities will include installing the curb along the medians and completing an asphalt leveling course on… Read More
Indictment Issued In Kidnapping Of 6-year-old
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An indictment has been issued in Jackson County in the kidnapping and rape of a 6-year-old girl, according to an announcement Thursday from Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and Jackson… Read More
Athens County Early Voting Times
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The Athens County Board of Elections met on Thursday and voted to have the following early voting hours for the Nov. 5 General Election: Oct. 1-4, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Oct…. Read More
Marijuana, Cash Found During Traffic Stop
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Athens County sheriff’s deputies discovered marijuana, weapons and cash during a traffic stop on Saturday, according to Sheriff Patrick Kelly. Deputy John Kulchar and canine Ryder assisted the Ohio Department… Read More
Jacksonville Police Department To Disband
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The Athens County Sheriff's Office received word that it will be taking over the responsibilities of the Jacksonville Police Department, which is disbanding. Sheriff Patrick Kelly confirmed the move to… Read More
Additional Details Released In Athens Shooting
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Athens police say that an Athens man who was taken to the hospital earlier this week with a gunshot wound to the head has told investigators he was shot after… Read More
Police Investigating Shooting Of Athens Resident
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Athens City Police are investigating in incident in which a 29-year-old Athens resident was transported to the hospital Monday afternoon after being shot in the head. According to a news… Read More
Groundbreaking Held For New Holzer Clinic
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A ceremony was held last week to commemorate the groundbreaking of a new Holzer Clinic in Pomeroy. Holzer Health System and Meigs County Community Improvement Corporation are collaborating to establish… Read More
Ohio University Unveils New Promotional Campaign, TV Commercials
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The Ohio University community celebrated the roll-out of the university’s new branding campaign, titled “It’s You,” with the premiere of four new television commercials in Baker University Center Theater on… Read More
New Athens County Treasurer Starts Job This Week
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When Bill Bias reported for work Tuesday, it was as Athens County’s new treasurer, although he’s had several months to prepare for the role. Bias was elected treasurer in last… Read More
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