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One Arrested, One Hospitalized in Nelsonville Shooting
A woman is hospitalized with multiple gunshot wounds after an alleged incident with a family member, law enforcement said. Deputies from the Athens County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to 801… Read More
Elevated Lead Levels Found in Central Ohio Schools
HEATH, Ohio (AP) – Officials say elevated levels of lead have been found in water at two schools in a central Ohio district. Heath City Schools officials say water samples… Read More
Investigators: No Specific Threat to Athens, OU
A threat that caused the closure of all Athens City Schools has been found not to be a threat to the area. Law enforcement received word of a threat posted… Read More
Breaking: Threat Closes Schools in Athens County
Update 3:27 p.m. In a release by local law enforcement, the threat was found not to be specific to Athens or the Ohio University. Find the full update here. Update… Read More
Superintendent Speaks Out About Athens Schools Budget
The superintendent of a local school reached out to parents about the schools financial situation, saying things are getting “worse each year.” The letter was in response to an article… Read More
Ohio AG: Pike Co. Killings ‘Pre-Planned Execution’
The state attorney general has called the slayings of eight family members in rural Ohio a “pre-planned execution.” Mike DeWine said in a news conference late Sunday afternoon that the… Read More
Marching 110 to Perform At Thanksgiving Day Parade
The Most Exciting Band in the Land had their own excitement last night as they learned they would be performing during a holiday tradition next year. Ohio University’s Marching 110… Read More
Organized Crime Unit Helps With Vinton County Arrest
Four people were arrested Monday on drug and corrupt activity charges after an investigation by the Vinton County Sheriff’s Office and a state organized crime task force. Jan Barney, 54,… Read More
OU’s VP of Finance To Begin ‘New Role’
A senior administrator with Ohio University is changing his role within the university, according to President Roderick McDavis. Stephen Golding, Vice President for Finance and Administration is now the Senior… Read More
Two Arrested in Alleged Illegal Narcotics Trade
A Westerville man and a Pataskala woman were arrested on Athens County warrants after an investigation into alleged narcotics trade, according to law enforcement. Eric J. Miller, 36, was arrested… Read More
Children Removed From Vinton Co. Home After Meth Lab Found
Update 8 a.m. – The fifth person investigators were searching for in connection with the methamphetamine operation was arrested Thursday night in Wellston. Jason L. Bishop, 38, of McArthur, was… Read More
OUPD Arrests Man After Alleged Assault
A Canfield man is in custody after being charged in connection with an alleged assault at Bird Arena on Monday. James D. Howard was charged with burglary and having weapons… Read More
Athens County Sheriff’s Office Warns of Scams
The Athens County Sheriff’s Office received at least 18 reports by mid-afternoon on Monday of scam calls received by local residents. According to the sheriff’s office, the alleged scam caller… Read More
Logan Woman Shot During Altercation
A Logan man is in custody after being charged in connection with a shooting that hospitalized a woman. Deputies from the Hocking County Sheriff’s Office responded to Ellinger Road on… Read More
Southern Ohio Drug Task Force Bust
Emily S. Anderson of Wheelersburg, Ohio is facing multiple drug charges after authorities arrested her in her home on Wednesday, February 24, 2016. According to a press release from Scioto… Read More
Winter Weather Closings and Cancellations
A winter storm passing through the region has prompted weather warnings, closings and cancellations. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Athens, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington… Read More
Arrests Made In Connection With Vandalism
The Athens County Sheriff’s office has made multiple arrests after reports of vandalism. Three juveniles, each 17 years-old, have admitted to causing over $10,000 worth of damage to cars around… Read More
Kiser’s on Court Street Closes
After little more than a year on Court Street, a local restaurant said they will close up shop to make way for a new business. Kiser’s Barbeque expanded from its… Read More
Sheriff’s Office: Vandalism Case Solved
The Athens County Sheriff’s Office said they have solved a case in which multiple cars were damaged throughout the county. In a statement released on Facebook, the sheriff’s office states… Read More
Higher Education Day Set At West Virginia Capitol
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) – It’s higher education day at the West Virginia Capitol. Representatives of colleges and universities across the state are gathering Tuesday for the annual event to bring… Read More
Audit: Hocking College Awarded Degrees Without Appropriate Credits
An internal audit at Hocking College led to the discovery that degrees had been awarded to students, including two former faculty members, who did not earn the credits they needed… Read More
Hoverboards Banned At Ohio University
Ohio University has instituted a ban on the use and storage of “hoverboards” in all university buildings due to growing safety concerns over the products from the U.S. Consumer Product… Read More
Canine Unit Apprehends Man Under Bed
The Athens County Sheriff’s Office has its canine unit to thank for its latest apprehension. The sheriff’s office was searching for Benjamin Bellar, 24, who was wanted on a nationwide… Read More
City Parking Updates Behind Schedule
Repairs to the Athens municipal parking garage are currently behind schedule, but the city still plans to have the repairs completed no later than August. Portions of the garage were… Read More
Prosecutor Offers Community Treatment, Resource Awareness Day
The Athens County Prosecutor’s Office is hoping to help people in the community with drug addictions before they become a court case. Starting Saturday morning, the office’s Community Justice Division… Read More
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