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Street Improvements In Nelsonville Celebrated
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Past and current city officials gathered for the official ribbon cutting ceremony for the Jefferson and Watkins Street improvement project in Nelsonville on Tuesday morning. The project was recently completed… Read More
OU Could Take Biggest Hit Under Proposed SSI Changes
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Ohio University could feel the biggest impact among Ohio’s public universities from some proposed “tweaks” to Ohio’s State Share of Instruction. It could mean up to a $9 million cut… Read More
East State Street Interchange Improvements To Break Ground In 2016
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The Route 33 and East State Street interchange improvements project is expected to move forward with construction in 2016 and a completion date in 2017, according to Athens city officials…. Read More
Father Asks For Smoking Ban In City Parks
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An Athens father has asked Athens City Council to consider banning tobacco usage in public parks — a measure that several Council members support. Thaden Brient told Council Monday evening… Read More
Amesville Veteran Selected For Honor Flight
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An Amesville Korean War veteran will be joining about 80 other veterans on a flight to Washington, D.C. on Saturday as part of an Honor Flight. According to the organization’s… Read More
OU Wants East State Properties Declared Surplus
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Ohio University will be seeking approval next week from its board of trustees to declare large amounts of property it owns on East State Street as surplus. In a memo… Read More
Fluff To Offer Alcohol And Dinner
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With beer now on tap and wine bottles ready for uncorking, Fluff Bakery and Catering on Court Street is doing a bit of revamping of its business model, including absorbing… Read More
Perimeter Lighting Returning To Downtown Athens
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Downtown Athens will be getting a facelift in the form of perimeter lighting this fall as the Athens Uptown Business Association, Ohio University and the city of Athens have partnered… Read More
Council Continues Trash Talk, Mayor Threatens Veto
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After another lengthy discussion regarding storage of trash cans, Athens Mayor Paul Wiehl told City Council that he would likely veto the ordinance if changes proposed during Monday’s meeting are… Read More
City Still Tweaking Trash Can Placement Changes
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Athens City Council is still working out the kinks in proposed changes to its ordinance regarding trash can and recycling bin placement, which are slated to take effect at the… Read More
OU Gets OK’d For Limited Alcohol Sales At Peden, Convo
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Some Bobcat fans will be able to consume alcohol at this weekend’s home football game against the University of Idaho as Ohio University has secured a liquor permit for both… Read More
Nelsonville’s New Water Treatment Plant Now Online
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Nelsonville’s new water treatment plant is online and providing water to city residents and businesses. Ground was broken for the new plant back in August 2012. The project was completed… Read More
City Expected To OK Sewer Agreement With County
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A county sanitary sewer project that has been on the table for decades may finally come to fruition as the city of Athens is expected to sign an inter-governmental agreement… Read More
Local Law Enforcement Host Community Barbecue
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In an attempt to get the community better engaged with members of the Athens and Ohio University police departments, a free public barbecue will be held in front of Baker… Read More
Police Chief Touts Benefits of Decriminalizing Nuisance Parties
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The city of Athens will move forward to introduce changes to its existing nuisance party ordinance to decriminalize first time offenders. Athens City Councilman Steve Patterson, who also serves on… Read More
Nelsonville Council OKs Alcohol On Public Square
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Despite the fact that some members of Nelsonville City Council previously expressed opposition to the Nelsonville Chamber of Commerce’s proposal to allow alcohol to be consumed at events on the… Read More
Mandatory Sexual Assault Prevention Course Required For All New OU Undergrads
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With a national conversation happening about sexual assault, Ohio University has implemented a new online course to educate students about consent, bystander intervention and sexual assault. The program, called Not… Read More
Albany Independent Fair Begins Wednesday
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The Albany Independent Fair is returning to the Albany Fairgrounds this week with a full lineup of livestock judging, derbies, entertainment and pageants. The fair, which began in 1966, will… Read More
McDavis Reflects On Decade Of Presidency In State Of University Address
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Ohio University President Roderick McDavis reflected on his first decade at the helm of the university and the transformations he has seen during his annual State of the University address… Read More
Trustees Approve $60K Pay Raise For McDavis
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A base salary increase and bonus for Ohio University President Roderick McDavis were approved unanimously Thursday afternoon by the OU Board of Trustees, bumping his annual compensation above $500,000. During… Read More
City Reviews Barking Dog, Nuisance Party Penalties
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The city of Athens is looking to strengthen laws pertaining to disruptive party animals — both of the human and canine variety. Members of Athens City Council’s Safety Services Committee… Read More
City Discusses Changes To Litter, Garbage Laws
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There could be changes on the horizon for the portions of Athens City Code pertaining to trash and litter. Possible legislation on the topics was discussed Wednesday by members of… Read More
Old Settlers Reunion Comes To Jacksonville Next Week
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The 77th Old Settlers Reunion returns to the village of Jacksonville on Wednesday, serving as a homecoming to those from the small community while welcoming out-of-town guests. The six-day festival… Read More
Ohio University Looking To Stabilize Some Ridges Buildings Before Winter
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Ohio University may be spending around $300,000 before winter to stabilize buildings at The Ridges to prevent any further damage while a master plan is being developed for the former… Read More
Grand Parade Participation Down Over Decades, But Spirit Still Soars
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Saturday’s 65th Parade of the Hills Grande Parade will feature more than 100 floats, bands and organizations — about one-third of the number that graced the event decades ago. But… Read More
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