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Sigma Pi Expelled From OU For ‘Hazing and Other Violations’
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ATHENS (WOUB)– A fraternity under fire after one of its pledge members died has been expelled from Ohio University. A university release sent Tuesday stated “hazing and other violations of the Student Code of Conduct” as reasons for the expulsion. “Through the administrative investigation, the University received reports of hazing activity by members of the… Read More
Campus Pride Index Removes OU Amid LGBT Center Uncertainty
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ATHENS (WOUB) — Ohio University has been removed from a national index of LGBTQ-friendly colleges and universities after the university stopped responding to questions from the leader of the organization. Shane Windmeyer, executive director of the Campus Pride, notified President Duane Nellis that the university would be suspended from the national list for “a minimum… Read More
Logan Woman in Custody After Hocking Co. Courthouse Fire, Pursuit
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LOGAN — A Logan woman is charged with aggravated arson after allegedly setting a fire that damaged the Hocking County Courthouse, and allegedly wielding a knife at law enforcement. The incident also caused the closure of the courthouse and surrounding schools as a precaution on Tuesday, according to a release by the Hocking County Sheriff’s… Read More
University’s Second Investigation of Kalyango: Claim Unsubstantiated
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ATHENS (WOUB) — An Ohio University investigator has determined that claims by an Ohio University student that a professor retaliated against her because of her involvement in a sexual harassment case could not be proven. An investigation conducted by G. Antonio Anaya, of the university’s Office of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, concluded that the… Read More
Athens City School Board Approves Search For Sexual Harassment Investigator
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ATHENS — Athens City Schools is moving forward with the search for an independent investigator amid allegations of a lack of response after a sexual assault complaint nearly 10 years ago. Dr. Paul Grippa, the former principal who is accused of that lack of response, spoke out as much as he said he could on… Read More
Another OU Office Restructuring: OIT Positions Abolished, Reassigned
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More than a dozen positions within Ohio University’s Office of Information Technology have been abolished, and several positions reassigned or restructured, according to information obtained by WOUB. Those whose positions were abolished “have the opportunity to apply for newly created positions with full awareness of the new structure.” WOUB has learned that some of the new… Read More
Jails: The New Revenue For Counties?
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With a state budget that potentially gives less to rural counties and a lingering need for more jobs throughout the region, some are looking to corrections to fill the need. Southeast Ohio counties like Meigs County are looking to taxpayers to help build new facilities, which would bring about jobs and a new funding source. The… Read More
Remaining Charges Against Baker Center Protesters Dismissed
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Two days after one of 70 students arrested in a protest at Baker University Center had his charges dismissed, Athens County Municipal Court Judge Todd Grace has dismissed the remaining charges against the protesters. Grace signed off on the dismissals Wednesday, according to a representative from the court clerk’s office. He was asked to dismiss… Read More
Locals Do Their Part At Dakota Access Pipeline
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Joe DePalma planned his trip from Athens, Ohio, to North Dakota Sioux tribal lands in about eight hours. He and another local businessman, John Gutekanst, set on their 20-hour drive to Standing Rock Sioux lands to join thousands of others who were standing up against a pipeline project planned to run through sacred land. DePalma and… Read More
Ailes Signage Removed From Newsroom, Classroom
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The name of an ousted Fox News head who was sued by multiple women for sexual harassment claims was removed from the wall outside of the WOUB Newsroom. OU President Roderick McDavis announced the move by the university at the Faculty Senate meeting on Monday night. Before the meeting was even over, Facilities had already… Read More
94th District Candidates Discuss Hot-Button Issues At Forum
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Issues of funding priorities, poverty, Planned Parenthood and minimum wage came up during Tuesday’s forum between two Democratic candidates for the 94th District of the Ohio’s House of Representatives. The standing-room-only crowd at the Athens County Public Library listened to Ohio University graduate student Eddie Smith and local businesswoman Sarah Grace spell out their plans if… Read More
Stabbing Reported in Chauncey
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A man was hospitalized after a reported stabbing Thursday night in Chauncey. Athens County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to 31 Main Street on a report that two men had been in an altercation. Both men were transported to OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital for treatment, according to a Friday morning sheriff’s office report. Danny Thomas, 46, of… Read More
Board Votes To Demolish President Street Building, Raise Fees
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The Ohio University Board of Trustees voted to raze a hundred-year-old building and raise tuition for the newest Ohio Guarantee students in their January meeting. Despite a resolution passed by the Athens City Council this week asking the board to postpone demolition of the historic building, the board unanimously decided it was better for academic… Read More
Blackburn: No Evidence Sexual Assault Occurred at Hocking College
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After months of investigation, Athens County Prosecutor Keller Blackburn said physical evidence and security camera footage did not provide evidence that a sexual assault reported at Hocking College occurred. A “thorough investigation” led investigators to the conclusion not only that no sexual assault occurred, but also that no alcohol was involved. Blackburn announced Wednesday that… Read More
Lack Of Candidates Throughout Nov. Election
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State issues might be the main focus of this year’s election, but many around the region are facing a different issue on their ballots – less candidates from which to choose. Vinton County’s village of Zaleski will be searching for leadership come Nov. 3, as the Vinton County Board of Elections confirmed to WOUB that… Read More
OU: University Names More Than Just Donors
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The naming of university buildings has come into focus since controversy related to an Ohio University Foundation administrator brought protests in front of building named for him. But university officials say the naming of university of entities involves more than just donated money. After racially-charged comments made by OU Foundation trustee Steven Schoonover came to… Read More
Vinton County Woman Caught After Allegedly Escaping Arrest
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A woman who had been on the run since she allegedly escaped law enforcement custody in Vinton County is now behind bars. Beverly S. Duty, 34, of McGee Road in South Bloomingville, was apprehended by Vinton County Sheriff’s Deputies after they received an anonymous tip giving her location, according to a news release by the sheriff’s… Read More
Road Closures and Power Outages Result From Heavy Rains
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After a line of storms passed through the region, West Virginia has declared a state of emergency and thousands are without power in Ohio. Some parts of the region are also seeing road closures caused by the heavy rains that came Monday evening into Tuesday morning. According to the Associated Press, West Virginia Governor Earl… Read More
Board Committee Discusses Future Of The Ridges
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The Ohio University Board of Trustees received an update on the future of The Ridges on Thursday, which included what could be a decade-long timeline on the project. At the Joint Academic/Resources Committee meeting held Thursday morning at OU’s Southern Campus, a “framework plan” was presented by Shawna Bolin, Director of University Planning and Space… Read More
New Lex Man Gets 26 Years For Attempted Murder
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A New Lexington man will serve nearly 30 years in prison for the attempted murder of his ex-wife. Frederick “Fritz” J. Craig, Jr., 53, was sentenced on Monday in Athens County Common Pleas Court to 26 years in prison on one count each of attempted murder, tampering with evidence and domestic violence; and two counts… Read More
Robbery Reported at Hocking Valley Bank
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The Athens County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a reported armed robbery at Hocking Valley Bank in The Plains. At approximately 8:20 a.m., a white male reportedly walked into the bank armed with a handgun, according to Athens County Sheriff Rodney Smith. After allegedly robbing the bank, the suspect fled down Hartman Road and into the… Read More
Union Street Rebounding, Nelsonville Still Waiting After Fires
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Historic buildings in Athens and Nelsonville that were severely burned by fire are seeing a new future, though the timelines are still up in the air. The Union, one of the buildings most damaged in a November fire, has started it’s renewal with construction of a new roof. Business owner Eric Gunn said the roof… Read More
Fluff May Sell, But Won’t Change, Owner Says
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What has become a staple of the Court Street landscape may see some changes in the next few months, if its owner is able to sell the establishment. Fluff Bakery on Court Street has listed their business for sale with the Athens Real Estate Company for $165,000, but owner Jess Kopelwitz said The Fluff will… Read More
Coventry Lane Home Will Not Be Bought, Park Place Still Part of Comprehensive Plan
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After communications turned up during a search for public records requests, one of which was from WOUB, involving donations by the owner of the Coventry Lane property where Ohio University President Roderick McDavis is currently living, the university has decided not to take an option to buy the property. A lease agreement was entered into… Read More
Fundraiser for Deputy Reaches More Than $10,000
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A fundraising page posted to benefit an Athens County Sheriff’s Deputy who lost his home, belongings and his canine partner, Ryder, has raised more than $10,000 in less than 24 hours. A fire that erupted on Thursday on Luhrig Road, at the residence of Deputy John Kulchar, killed K9 officer Ryder and another dog Kulchar… Read More