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Passenger Service At Mid-Ohio Valley Airport Will Be Discontinued
Passenger service from the Mid-Ohio Valley Regional Airport will be discontinued in three months. According to WSAZ, a 90-day notice is being issued from Silver Airways that it's ending flights… Read More
WV Gun Bill Passes In Senate
The controversial idea of locked cars containing arms in West Virginia will move forward as of Monday. According to WSAZ, West Virginia House members unanimously approved the bill. Currently, it… Read More
After 3 Deaths, Ross County Coroner Warns About Shoveling Snow
After three weather related deaths, the Ross County coroner is warning people to be careful while shoveling snow. In the Chillicothe Gazette, John Gabis released information that three men, all… Read More
Potholes: Another Side Effect Of The Snow And Ice
The forming and melting of ice and snow on roadways is causing motorists to worry about yet another thing during their morning commutes – potholes. The Circleville Today reports that… Read More
Snow Covered Side Roads Delay Some Schools
UPDATE 4:21 p.m. Portions of the region are under a winter-weather advisory starting Monday evening into Tuesday afternoon. According to the National Weather Service, areas could get between two and… Read More
Church Goes Up In Flames In Athens County
A church went up in flames in Athens County Saturday night. The fire started about 8 p.m. at Morristown Holiness Church along Big Bailey Run Road. That's just north of… Read More
Semi Wreck Closes Route 33 For Hours Saturday Morning
Route 33 north of Athens at the Hocking County line was closed for more than three hours Saturday morning while a semi tractor-trailer crash was cleared up. The Ohio State… Read More
Winter Weather Advisory For Area Through Saturday Morning
UPDATE 3:30 p.m. Portions of the region are under a winter weather warning until early Saturday morning as a clipper system moves through the region bringing another blast of snow…. Read More
Wheelersburg Community Stunned Over Child Endangerment Case
The small tight-knit community of Wheelersburg remains stunned by news of alleged abuse against three children. "It was just horrific for these children," Scioto County Sheriff's Capt. David Hall said…. Read More
Update: Kharabe Pleads Not Guilty To 12 Counts, Is Released On Own Recognizance
UPDATE 3:00 p.m. Athens County prosecutor Keller Blackburn issued a release stating that Kharabe pleaded not guilty to 12 charges, nine of which were for pandering obscenity involving a minor,… Read More
Athens Man Sentenced For Disrupting Public Services
An Athens man will spend more than a year behind bars are pleading guilty to charges stemming from a domestic dispute. A judge sentenced Trevor Lee, 21, to 18 months… Read More
Schools Delayed On Last Day Of Subzero Temperatures
Alexander, Athens City Schools, Beacon School, Federal Hocking Local, Nelsonville-York City,Tri-County Career Center and Trimble Local Schools were all on a two-hour delay Wednesday morning thanks once again to subzero… Read More
Ohio University Business School Professor Arrested
An assistant professor in the Ohio University College of Business has been arrested on child pornography charges. Amol T. Kharabe, 41, was arrested at his Dublin home Monday night after… Read More
Update: Kelly Pleads Not Guilty To All 25 Counts
UPDATE 2:30 p.m. Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly pleaded not guilty to corruption charges Monday. Last month, grand jury indicted Kelly on 25 charges including theft in office, money laundering,… Read More
Schools Open But Delayed With New Round Of Chilly Temperatures
Alexander, Beacon, Athens, Federal Hocking, Nelsonville York, and Trimble Schools in Athens County were operating on a two-hour delay Tuesday morning as subzero temperatures were felt at dawn. A low… Read More
Ohio House Committee Lays Out Framework For Change In Higher Education
An Ohio House special committee has come up with a series of recommendations to change Ohio’s approach to higher education. That includes financial aid, class loads, apprenticeships, technical education and… Read More
Most Southeast Ohio Schools Open But Delayed Friday
Most public school students in Southeast Ohio will be back in the classroom Friday. Alexander, Athens City, Federal Hocking, Logan-Hocking, Nelsonville-York, Trimble Schools and Tri-County Career Center will be operating… Read More
West Virginia School Dismissed Again Over Water Concerns
Another school in Kanawha county is closing as a precaution after the smell of licorice that's been associated with the chemical MCHM was detected. According to WSAZ, a cook using… Read More
Lingering Effects Of Icing Closes Area Schools
Parents and some students may be wondering if they'll ever return to school. Athens City, Federal Hocking, Nelsonville-York and Trimble Schools were closed once again Thursday as lingering icy conditions… Read More
Kasich Will Have 2 Challengers For Governor In Fall Election
Based on filings so far to qualify for primaries on May 6th, Governor John Kasich will face two challengers this fall. Democrat Ed Fitzgerald, Libertarian Charlie Earl, and Kasich have… Read More
Ice and Snow Arrive As Predicted – Roads Slick
UPDATE 3:45 p.m. Washington County and Perry County are also level-one snow emergencies at this time. UPDATE 2:30 p.m. Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly has downgraded Athens County from a level-two… Read More
Athens County Sheriff Attacks Ohio AG, ‘Haters’ On Facebook Page
On Sunday at noon, Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly, who was served a 25-count indictment on Friday, posted a response to his 3,263 followers. Post by Pat Kelly. The… Read More
12 Tips On How To Avoid Getting Stuck In The Snow
Here is some winter weather advice to help you navigate bad roads, snowy driveways, cold weather and more. From Ohio.gov: 1. Take it slow. Allow extra time to get places… Read More
Athens Man Killed In Sunday Morning Crash
An Athens man has died after crashing his car on County Road 19 in Athens County Sunday morning. The Athens Post of the State Highway Patrol reported that David Schoolcraft,… Read More
Update: Kelly Indicted On 25 Counts
UPDATE 5:00 p.m. Athens County prosecutor Keller Blackburn – who originally called for a special prosecutor in the case – responded to the indictment in an emailed statement, which can… Read More
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