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Final Report, Recommendations Released on “Freedom Of Expression” Policy
The advisory group reviewing Ohio University’s controversial interim police on freedom of expression released a report Monday with numerous recommendations for the creation of a new policy. Among the 24… Read More
Athens Community Rally to Support of Charlottesville Victims
Chants of solidarity filled the air as dozens of community members sent a clear message of support of those killed or injured in Charlottesville, Virginia on Saturday. “Today is about… Read More
Broadband 101: Terms to Know
Basic Terms You Should Know Broadband internet connection: the FCC currently defines broadband internet as a connection with at least a 25 Mbps download speed and a 3 Mbps upload… Read More
Search for Missing Kayaker Continues
Update 7/10/17 @ 12:00 p.m. ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – Search and recovery crews are using side-scan sonar in their search for a missing kayaker from Meigs County. Ohio Department of… Read More
First-Ever Athens Pride Fest Set for This Weekend
Members of the LGBTQ+ community will be coming together this weekend for the first-ever Athens Pride Fest. Douglas Koala Robinson is a member of the Southeastern Ohio LGBT Coalition, one… Read More
Athens Man Charged with Arson
Authorities say they’ve arrested an Athens man in connection with six fires that were intentionally set early Thursday morning in Athens. In a news release, the State Fire Marshal’s Fire… Read More
Multi-County Issues Fail to Garner Voter Support
Voters Fayette, Highland, Pickaway, Pike, and Ross counties rejected a 1 mill levy for the Paint Valley Alcohol Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board (ADAMH). The levy would have… Read More
Detectives Investigating Break-In at Movies 10
Update Sat. April 29 A tip was received by the Athens County Sheriff’s Office leading to the arrest of two men in connection with the break-in. On Friday, investigators received… Read More
Crews Working to Repair Water Main Break in Athens
Update 9 a.m. Feb. 18 – The boil order has been lifted for the city of Athens. Update 4:30 p.m. – Work is continuing on the waterline break in… Read More
OUPD Investigating Two Reported Rapes
Ohio University Police say they are investigating two reported rapes of students. According to a crime alert issued by the department, one victim reported being raped to police at 6:20… Read More
Officers Fired On While Executing Search Warrant in Gallia County
Law enforcement officers in Gallia County were fired on while executing a search warrant at home in Gallipolis early Monday morning. According to Gallia County Sheriff Matt Champlin deputies from… Read More
McDavis to Leave Ohio University in February for New Position
Outgoing Ohio University President Roderick McDavis will be headed to Washington D.C. to serve as a new managing principal at AGB Search. McDavis’ last day at Ohio University will be… Read More
Suspect Wounded in Officer-Involved Shooting
The Athens County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an incident involving three officers from the Athens Police Department that resulted in the shooting of a suspect Saturday morning. Samuel Lott, 18, of… Read More
Two More People Indicted in River Park Shooting Case
Athens Police are looking for one of two people indicted in connection with the shooting death of a man at the River Park apartment complex. The Athens County Prosecutor’s Office… Read More
Athens Co. Sheriff – Missing 9-Year-Old Girl Located
UPDATE From Athens County Sheriff’s Office: 6:13PM Haley Bedsole has been located safe. Thank you for your assistance! ***************************************** The Athens County Sheriff’s Office says its searching for a missing 9-year old girl last seen in… Read More
Unofficial Election Results from Ross County
Voters in Ross County have approved 3.0 mill levy that will fund the Ross County Board of Development Disabilities, according to unofficial results. Fifty-three percent of voters cast ballots in… Read More
Dozens Arrested During First Fest Weekend
City officials say two dozen people were arrested on alcohol-related charges during the first weekend of the spring fest season. The Athens Police Department arrested one person on an alcohol-related… Read More
Wheelersburg Teen Killed in Fatal Crash
The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash in Wheelersburg that killed an 18-year-old man. According to a press release from the Portsmouth Post the victim, Ethan Pauley… Read More
Update: Athens County Reduced to Level 2 Snow Emergency
Update 1/23/16 @ 2:00 p.m. Athens County is now at a level 2 snow emergency. Update 1/23/16 @ 12:40 p.m. Athens County is still under a level 3 snow… Read More
Athens County Sheriff Office Seeking Indictment in Youth Football Theft Case
The Athens County Sheriff’s Office is recommending a grand jury charge the treasurer of the Federal Hocking Youth Football Association with theft. In a news release, Sheriff Rodney Smith says… Read More
Thomas Linzey, co-founder of the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund
In this episode of “Conversations from Studio B”, host Atish Baidya has a conversation with environmental activist Thomas Linzey, co-founder and executive director of the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund…. Read More
Brown Announces $3.5 Million in Funding to Local Energy Company
Athens-based SunPower Inc. will be getting $3.5 million in federal funding for a generator development project. U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) announced the funding today. “The generators built at SunPower… Read More
DeWine Announces Initiatives to Help with Campus Sexual Assaults
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office will be providing $3 million in grants to help college campuses strengthen their sexual assault victim advocacy programs. Attorney General Mike DeWine announced the grants… Read More
City of Dublin Names Goss New Director of Development
The City of Dublin has named Donna Goss as its new director of development. Goss has served as Director of Real Estate Management, Community Engagement and Economic Development at Ohio… Read More
Snow and Ice Hampering Power Restoration Efforts
Update 3/6/15 @ 10:35 a.m. AEP Ohio says more than 800 people are working on power restoration efforts in the aftermath of a winter storm that dumped at least seven inches… Read More
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