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City administrators explain how Athens’ new short-term rental ordinance will be enforced
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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 Hall is seen in Athens, Ohio, on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. [Joseph Scheller | WOUB]](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/062221_CityHall_002-scaled-e1632322166288-900x422.jpg)
Athens City Council takes up proposal to regulate short-term home rentals
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
![Remnants of the COVID-19 Pandemic are seen in Athens, Ohio, on Tuesday, July 13, 2021. [Joseph Scheller | WOUB]](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/071321_CovidStock_0274-scaled-e1626730172468-900x422.jpg)
43 New COVID-19 Cases Were Reported In Athens County For Oct. 6
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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
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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
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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
![A mural painted on the side of Adventure Pro Outdoors is seen in Nelsonville , Ohio, on Saturday, July 17, 2021. [Joseph Scheller | WOUB]](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/071721_FriendsOfTheDogShelters_0276-scaled-e1632868259776-900x422.jpg)
Nelsonville Is Challenging Its New Census Count Under An Obscure State Law
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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
Data Show COVID-19 Has Become A “Pandemic Of The Unvaccinated” In Ohio
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — More than half of Ohio’s eligible population is fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and yet infection numbers are right back where they were a year ago. What’s… Read More
A “Mass Inmate Disturbance” At SEORJ Ended With Flash Bangs, Tear Gas And No Injuries
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Officers used flash bangs and tear gas to stop a mass inmate disturbance at the regional jail Thursday afternoon. No injuries to law enforcement or inmates… Read More
Sanitation Company Agrees To Halt Operations That Polluted Vinton County Creek
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Faced with legal action by the state, a Vinton County company has agreed to clean up a creek it polluted and take steps to prevent future… Read More
Athens Co. Confirms 61 New COVID-19 Cases For Sept. 2
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 5,964 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 61 new cases were reported Thursday. The Ohio Department of… Read More
Athens Co. Confirms 80 New COVID-19 Cases For Sept. 1
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 5,903 total cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after 80 new cases were reported Wednesday. The Ohio Department of… Read More
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