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OU Will Not Buy Leased President’s Residence
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Ohio University Vice President for Finance and Administration Steve Golding announced Monday that he will not recommend a purchase option for 31 Coventry Lane to the OU Board of Trustees…. Read More
New Mural Depicts Region’s Labor History
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A Bronx mural artist and students from the Ohio University printmaking department have depicted the region’s labor history in a new mural in downtown Athens. Artist Chris Stain was brought… Read More
Out With The Old, In With The ‘New’
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The performance space at ARTS/West was filled with tables heaving with clothing items over the weekend as part of the 7th annual Cat’s Pajamas Clothing Exchange. The event allows community… Read More
Thousands Turn Out For Last Spring Fest Of The Year
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The last unsanctioned student spring street party of the year has come and gone. Palmerfest, an epic multi-house party that just a few years ago ended with fires and violent… Read More
Former Global Leadership Center Director Will Not Have Contract Renewed
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Ohio University has decided to not renew the employment contract of the director of Ohio University’s Global Leadership Center following an investigation regarding use of funds. However, the investigation didn’t… Read More
Nelsonville Selects Trash Hauler
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On Monday Nelsonville City Council voted to contract with Southern Ohio Disposal for commercial and residential trash and recycling collection for two years. Southern Ohio Disposal was one of three… Read More
Officials, Public React to Kelly Sentence
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With former Athens County Sheriff Patrick Kelly being sentenced to seven years in prison on Friday, many say they are glad the case is over, but note that no one… Read More
Athens City Council Approves Non-Union Raise
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Athens City Council approved an additional 1 percent pay increase for non-union employees within the city, but the vote was not unanimous. The legislation was introduced by Councilman Jeff Risner… Read More
OU Wants To Build Storage And Auxiliaries Centers
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Ohio University has proposed a $16.7 million project to construct an auxiliaries center on West Union Street and for long-term storage at the OU Airport in Albany. However, the university’s… Read More
Demolition Of President Street Academic Center Postponed
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An Ohio University Board of Trustees discussion regarding the demolition of the President Street Academic Center has been postponed by the university due to “unforeseen site conditions.” The trustees were… Read More
OU Alum To Publish Book Of Early ’70s Photos
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Volatility marked the time in American history when Ken Light discovered his love of photography as a student at Ohio University. The documentary photographer’s early career included an arrest and… Read More
Athens Artist Co-Authors Book About Role Of Art In Sheltered Workshops
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A local artist has co-authored a book about incorporating art and other special interests into the daily lives of those with developmental disabilities. Patty Mitchell is known around the Athens… Read More
Nelsonville Food Cupboard Gets Expanded Facility
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For 25 years, the Nelsonville Food Cupboard served Athens County residents in need from a tiny space on West Washington Street. The location was so small that only one person… Read More
Rates For City Parking Garage Slated To Increase In May
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In order to raise revenue to make repairs to the Athens Municipal Parking Garage, Council has proposed increased parking fees for the garage beginning in May. Legislation was introduced during… Read More
Preparations Underway For Athens Beautification Day
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The Ohio University and Athens community are gearing up for the annual Athens Beautification Day, which will be held on April 19. The annual event provides an opportunity for OU… Read More
Nano Brewery Gets Go-Ahead from Zoning Board
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A proposed nano-brewery on West Washington Street in Nelsonville was granted a conditional use permit by the Nelsonville Board of Zoning Appeals on Tuesday evening, bringing the project one step… Read More
Student Protesters Recharged with Misdemeanor
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Four Ohio University students who were arrested for disrupting an OU Student Senate meeting will be re-charged with a fourth degree misdemeanor after they refused to plead guilty to lesser… Read More
Sands Resigns As Athens Council President
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Longtime Athens City Councilman Jim Sands has tendered his resignation as Council president, effective at the end of the year, due to health issues. In a letter to Council Clerk… Read More
Fire Destroys Albany Home
By: Sara Brumfield | Athens Messenger, Susan Tebben | The Athens Messenger
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A fire claimed the home and Christmas presents of an Albany family, along with the life of the two dogs that alerted them to the fire. The fire broke out… Read More
Nelsonville Adopts Property Maintenance Code
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The city of Nelsonville has adopted a property maintenance code that requires rental housing inspections on a biennial basis and an annual $50 rental permit fee for landlords. According to… Read More
Nelsonville To Propose Mandatory Trash, Recycling Collection
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Nelsonville City Council will introduce legislation on Monday that would require all city residents to have curbside trash and recycling collection from one trash hauler through a franchise agreement. According… Read More
Council To Request Hearing On Chipotle Liquor Permit Request
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Athens City Council has requested a hearing to be held with the state regarding a liquor permit requested by Chipotle Mexican Grill on Court Street. As The Messenger previously reported,… Read More
Violin Shop To Host Grand Opening Next Month
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One Athens retailer has a new pitch — that of the violin. The Fiddle and Bow, located at 77-1/2 E. State Street, will host its grand opening on Dec. 5.
However, violins aren’t the only merchandise the shop has for sale. It also offers eclectic hats–such as fedoras and cabbie hats–as well as bowties and other miscellaneous items.
City To Move Forward With Columbus Road Bike Path Spur
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A recent grant award from the Clean Ohio Trails Fund means the city of Athens will more than likely move forward with construction of the Columbus Road bike path spur… Read More
Council To Introduce Tobacco Ban At City Recreation Areas
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Athens City Council is expected to introduce legislation to ban tobacco use in city parks and recreation areas. The issue was first raised two weeks ago by resident Thaden Brient… Read More
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