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ODOT Proposes Removing Johnson Road Connection To U.S. 33
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Ohio Department of Transportation has proposed closing the Johnson Road connection to U.S. 33 in spring 2021 to reduce the chance of serious vehicle crashes…. Read More
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Salon And Barbershop Owners Look Forward To Seeing Customers Again, Even If From Behind A Mask
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Everyone who steps into Smart Barber Shop receives a hearty hello from owner Dave Smart, whose grin shines right through his face mask. Last Friday, Smart… Read More
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Drinking in the Sunshine: Athens County Bars Welcome Customers Back to Outdoor Areas
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The day before Ohio bars and restaurants were allowed to reopen outdoor seating, the owners of the Smiling Skull Saloon were busy. Of course, it stands… Read More
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Some Retailers in Athens are Back Open, Others Still Shuttered
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — In Athens, some businesses have re-opened but others were still closed on Tuesday afternoon. All non-essential businesses in the state have been closed since March because… Read More
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Ohio University says Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — An Ohio University employee has tested positive for COVID-19, the university said Friday. The employee was last on the Athens campus May 4 and is recovering… Read More
![Participants leave Peden Stadium on their way to College Green for a motorcade rally calling for a firing freeze at Ohio University and the reinstatement of cut jobs.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/IMG_6445-1-900x422.jpg)
OU Faculty and Staff Call for Firing Freeze, Reinstatement of Jobs at Motorcade Rally
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio University faculty, staff, students, and Athens community members demanded that administrators freeze layoffs and reinstate union workers who lost their jobs during a motorcade rally… Read More
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Ohio University Faculty, Union Workers Find Ways To Push Back Against Administration
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Ohio University Faculty Senate has delivered a vote of no confidence in two key executive administrators and is now pushing to take matters into their… Read More
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Unofficial Election Results for Jackson County
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Here are the unofficial results in Jackson County for Ohio’s extended primary, according to the county Board of Elections. Only contested races are listed. For Democratic presidential nominee: Joseph… Read More
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Unofficial Primary 2020 Results for Perry County
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Here are the unofficial results in Perry County for Ohio’s extended primary, according to the county Board of Elections. Only contested races are listed. For Democratic presidential nominee: Joseph… Read More
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Unofficial Primary 2020 Results for Pickaway County
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CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — Here are the unofficial results in Pickaway County for Ohio’s extended primary, according to the county Board of Elections. Only contested races are listed. For Democratic… Read More
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Unofficial Primary 2020 Results for Pike County
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Here are the unofficial results in Pike County for Ohio’s extended primary, according to the county Board of Elections. Only contested races are listed. For Democratic presidential nominee: Joseph… Read More
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Unofficial Primary 2020 Results for Hocking County
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Here are the unofficial results in Hocking County for Ohio’s extended primary, according to the county Board of Elections. Only contested races are listed. For Democratic presidential nominee: Joseph… Read More
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Unofficial Primary 2020 Results for Athens County
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Here are the unofficial results in Athens County for Ohio’s extended primary, according to the county Board of Elections. Only contested races are listed. For Democratic presidential nominee: Joseph… Read More
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Unofficial Election Results for Ross County
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Here are the unofficial results in Ross County for Ohio’s extended primary, according to the county Board of Elections. Only contested races are listed. For Democratic presidential nominee: Joseph… Read More
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Elective Surgeries May Resume, Finances At Rural Hospitals Still Threatened By COVID-19
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — On Wednesday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine signaled that restrictions on elective medical procedures may ease soon. Still, it may take time for hospitals to catch up… Read More
![A piece of fabric that will be sewn into a protective mask by one of Athens County's many mask makers.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/pw2crop-900x422.jpg)
Athens Community Collaborates to Make Protective Masks
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens businesses and citizens are combining their resources and talents to supply protective masks for the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have recommended… Read More
![Dr. Lijing Yang, a professor at Ohio University, displays some of the masks she and the PPE for Athens Task Force purchased from China to donate to Athens County health officials.](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/dr-yang-1-900x422.jpg)
Ohio University Community Connects Across Continents To Provide PPE For Athens
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) –A group of Chinese and Taiwanese staff members at Ohio University started a task force to supply local healthcare workers with personal protective equipment (PPE) during the… Read More
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Adena Health System Offering Curbside Lab Collections for Blood Work
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CHILLICOTHE, Ohio (WOUB) — Adena Health System announced it is offering drive-up service for patients who require standard blood work to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. According to a… Read More
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How the COVID-19 Pandemic is Affecting Hospitals in Athens and Hocking Counties
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The state of Ohio has asked all hospitals to cancel elective surgeries, which could put strain on rural hospitals’ finances. The chief nursing officer at OhioHealth… Read More
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Mayor of Bridgeport Suspended After Records Tampering, Theft in Office Charges
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BRIDGEPORT, Ohio (WOUB) — The mayor in the Village of Bridgeport has been suspended from office after alleged theft in office. A commission designated by the Ohio Supreme Court on Tuesday… Read More
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Perry County Confirms First Case of COVID-19
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PERRY CO., Ohio (WOUB) — Perry County has confirmed its first case of COVID-19. Health Commissioner Angela DeRolph made the announcement on Tuesday in a Facbook video. The patient is… Read More
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Auditor of State Awards Athens City Schools and Others for Audit Reports
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio’s state auditor has awarded several local entities after reviewing their financial audit reports. Athens City School District was one of four districts in Ohio to… Read More
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Trimble Local Schools Provides Broadband Hotspots for Families Without Internet Access
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GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB) — The Trimble Local School District is providing internet access to students who do not have an internet connection at their home. John Hurd, superintendent at Trimble… Read More
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Athens Co. Health Commissioner Orders Public Bodies to Conduct Meetings Online
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Dr. James Gaskell, Athens City-County Health Commissioner, is ordering all public bodies in the county to “make best efforts” to conduct their business digitally as a… Read More
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PetSmart Designates Shopping Hours for Seniors and Immune-Compromised Customers
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PHOENIX, Ariz. (WOUB) — PetSmart announced it is designating shopping hours two days a week for seniors and other people at risk for contracting the novel coronavirus. These hours will… Read More