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A developer is proposing a Starbucks and Chipotle for a lot on East State Street in Athens
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A developer plans to open a Starbucks and a Chipotle on East State Street, which has seen several big restaurant chains move in over the past… Read More
Ohio University sees a record surge in COVID-19 cases as spring semester gets underway
WOUB Digital · Ohio University sees a record surge in COVID-19 cases as spring semester gets underway ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — As students returned to Ohio University for the… Read More
A House bill would eliminate a significant source of revenue for local schools
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Homeowners could be paying more property taxes to make up for commercial landowners paying less than they should if a House bill becomes law. The bill would… Read More
Raises for faculty and staff are in the forecast as Ohio University’s financial position improves
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio University’s financial picture is improving, driven by more students, fewer employees and a big helping of federal stimulus funds. Faculty and staff will see something… Read More
Ohio University students who didn’t follow vaccine mandate allowed back but face testing
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — When universities issued their COVID-19 vaccination mandates last semester, students were given a choice: Get vaccinated or apply for an exemption. Some students did neither. With… Read More
City administrators explain how Athens’ new short-term rental ordinance will be enforced
WOUB Digital · City administrators explain how Athens’ new short-term rental ordinance will be enforced ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — One question came up again and again as the Athens… Read More
Ohio University races to test returning students as COVID-19 cases surge
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio University is expecting a big surge in COVID-19 cases but remains committed to in-person instruction when classes resume Monday. Dr. Gillian Ice, who oversees the… Read More
34 new COVID-19 cases were reported in Athens County for Dec. 29
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 8,994 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 34 new cases were reported for Wednesday. The Ohio Department… Read More
Federal vaccination mandate poses challenges for local Head Start programs
WOUB Digital · Federal vaccine mandate poses challenges for local Head Start programs ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The federal Head Start program has ordered any adult who interacts with… Read More
Parents whose son died in hazing ritual settle lawsuit against former Ohio University fraternity
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The parents of an Ohio University freshman who died during a hazing ritual have dismissed their lawsuit against a fraternity following a settlement. Kathleen and Wade… Read More
The 99th death has been reported in Athens County, along with 28 new COVID-19 cases for Dec. 14
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 99 total deaths related to COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after one was added to the total Tuesday. The… Read More
Large solar projects in southeast Ohio spur conflicting feelings for local landowners
WOUB Digital · Large solar projects in southeast Ohio spur conflicting feelings for local landowners ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Many years ago, Dan Abraham bought some land in Vinton County… Read More
Brother pleads guilty in case alleging long history of sexual abuse within Bellar family
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The brother of an Athens County girl who alleged a long history of sexual abuse within her family pleaded guilty Tuesday to charges of felonious assault… Read More
Athens City Council will propose a tax levy to replace decaying fire station
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens fire chief drew chuckles when he opened his presentation at Monday night’s City Council meeting with this line: “The fire station is falling down… Read More
Potential buyer of historic building in uptown Athens has plans for rentals and retail
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A long-vacant piece of prime real estate in uptown Athens may soon get a new owner with plans for a combination of housing and retail. The… Read More
House full of Asian lady beetles? Blame the weather. And be careful not to crush them
EDITOR’S NOTE (Oct. 24, 2023): This article was originally published in 2021, but the info again seems relevant for southeast Ohio in 2023. ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — If you’re finding… Read More
Athens City Council takes up proposal to regulate short-term home rentals
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens City Council is considering a proposal which would require homeowners to get a permit to do short-term rentals. Homeowners in Athens can already rent… Read More
Husband and wife from The Plains indicted on multiple charges related to child pornography
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A man arrested last week in connection with child pornography has been indicted on nine counts of rape involving a 9-year-old girl. Jonathon “Jonny” Pryor of… Read More
Way down the global supply chain, a southeast Ohio village can’t fix its sewer line
WOUB Digital · Way down the global supply chain, a southeast Ohio village can’t fix its sewer line ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The village of Chauncey in Athens… Read More
A local coffee company is on a mission, with a new home in Glouster
WOUB Digital · A local coffee company is on a mission, with a new home in Glouster GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB) — Jane Cavarozzi is giving visitors a tour of an… Read More
Southeast Ohio Has A High Rate Of Fatal Crashes, But The Reasons Why Remain Elusive
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Southeast Ohio has a high number of fatal traffic crashes relative to the state overall, and this year is on track to be one of the… Read More
43 New COVID-19 Cases Were Reported In Athens County For Oct. 6
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 7,442 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 43 new cases were reported Wednesday. The Ohio Department… Read More
91 New COVID-19 Cases Were Reported In Athens County For Oct. 2-5
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 7,399 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 91 new cases were reported Saturday through Tuesday. The… Read More
Ohio University Prepares To Deal With Holdouts As Its Vaccination Deadline Nears
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — As Ohio University draws closer to its COVID-19 vaccination deadline, the number of vaccinated students and employees has steadily increased. But just over six weeks out… Read More
Nelsonville Is Challenging Its New Census Count Under An Obscure State Law
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Nelsonville isn’t happy with the results of the 2020 Census, so it’s going to do its own count. The new Census numbers show the… Read More
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