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$900,000 Research Grant At OU To Be Used For Cancer Research
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An Ohio University biomedical engineer has been given more than $900,000 in federal funding. The money is going toward two projects aimed at developing new diagnostic tools for disease, including… Read More
Former SE Ohio Congressman Calls For Third Party In Redistricting Debate
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A former southeast Ohio congressman says a third party needs to examine the state's redistricting plan. Lawmakers approved a bill this week establishing new congressional boundaries that Democrats and voter… Read More
Walk A Mile In Her Shoes
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Ohio University’s “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” event celebrates its 4th year next month. The national event began one decade ago when its founder, Frank Baird, wanted to create… Read More
Federal Changes Could Mean Greater Higher Ed Costs
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Some students may face higher costs for graduate school after the federal government’s decision to end its subsidized loan program. According to the Budget Control Act of 2011, as of… Read More
Hocking Hills Road Construction Set To Begin
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New construction will begin on State Route 664 next month near Hocking Hills. The project is aimed to reroute the road, for increased pedestrian safety, according to a press release… Read More
Alden Library Celebrating 125th Anniversary
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Ohio University's Alden Library is celebrating its 125th anniversary as a member of the Federal Depository Library Program. Depository libraries provide free access to certain government publications. Doreen Hockenberry is… Read More
Athens Co. Commissioners Expected To Talk About Moving 911 Center
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The Athens County Commissioners are expected to address a proposal to move the 911 Center at their meeting this morning. The call center is currently located in the basement of… Read More
Athens County Unemployment Rate Drops
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Athens County unemployment rate dropped from 10.8 percent to 9.6 percent last month, and the drop may be thanks, in part, to students returning to school. Nick Claussen, community relations… Read More
Repeal of “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” Comes With A Catch
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The official repeal of “don’t ask, don’t tell” means that the military will see major changes as openly gay members will be allowed to serve. Proponents of the repeal say,… Read More
Names of Two Dead In Licking County Released
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The names of the people found dead in a Licking County home last night have been released. The coroner's office says the names are Timothy Combs, 49, and Mary Johnson,… Read More
Double-Fatal Accident Names Released
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The names of the two males found dead in an Ironton car crash have now been released. Police Chief Jim Carey says they are Joseph Leith, 23, and Drue Yates,… Read More
OU Students Choose Not To Use Safety Options on Campus
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Crime on Ohio University’s campus continues to increase according to the 2010 Clery Act Compliance Report. The Clery Act requires college campuses to keep and disclose information about crime on or… Read More
Athens Visitors Bureau Brings Tourists To Town
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Leaders at the Athens County Convention and Visitors Bureau say despite the struggling economy, the agency still manages to bring more tourism to Athens than ever before. Athens County Convention and Visitors Bureau… Read More
I-70 Lane Closure In Guernsey County After Fiery Accident
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One westbound lane of Interstate 70 is closed in Guernsey County today after a fiery crash last (Monday) night. Sergeant Mark Glennon says at around 11:30 p.m., Jose Briones of… Read More
Skaters Show Off Moves in Local Competition
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Skateboarders from around the country showed off their skills this weekend at the sixth Annual Wheels of Fire Competition in Athens. Skaters competed against one another with the tricks that… Read More
Pawpaw Festival Honors Resilient Fruit
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Due to the nearly 30,000 year existence of pawpaws, Appalachians consider the fruit a well-known staple in their culture. Rhonda O’Nail, a woman raised in the region, recalls the fruit… Read More
Go-Bus Expanding Service
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Go-Bus is expanding by offering rides to more destinations. Now, riders can get a connecting ride to go to Cleveland. The Go-Bus Intercity Bus Service is a collaboration among the… Read More
New Church Starts Services on Court Street
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A college town might seem like an unlikely place to begin a ministry, but a new church has taken up residence in Athens. Founder Aaron Kuhnert, students from Carbondale, Ill.,… Read More
OUHCOM Dean Will Find Location For New Columbus Campus
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The dean of the Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine will soon be searching for land for a new campus in Columbus. Jack Brose is retiring as dean, but… Read More
Many In Athens Not Worried About Postal Service Changes
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The United States Postal Service could be closing the Athens mail processing center soon. The Athens facility, along with three other processing facilities in southeastern Ohio, are on the review… Read More
OU Researcher Says Pollutants May Cause Heart Disease
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Recent studies by an Ohio University researcher suggests that certain pollutants may be causing heart disease. Alexander Sergeev says his studies show that POP's, persistent organic pollutants, such as pesticides,… Read More
VIDEO: Food Pantry Gifts Extra Produce to Athens Co. Agency
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The Lottridge food pantry, highlighted in a "Dateline NBC" special last year for direly low supplies, actually had so much food today, they gifted it to another agency. The… Read More
Low Wages Likely For 2012 OU Grads
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In high school, students receive the same advice from parents and teachers: if you want to be successful, go to college. Currently, the economy is less friendly toward new college… Read More
E-Tour Brings International and Out-of-State Students to OU
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Ohio University launched a new e-tour that allows students to view images and facts about the Athens campus from the comfort of their own home. This online tour highlights popular… Read More
Ross County Prosecutor In Support Of Cyber Fraud Legislation
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Ross County's Prosecutor is supporting the Ohio Attorney General in his call for tougher laws against cyber fraud. Attorney General Mike DeWine held a news conference today with Ross County… Read More
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