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Three Athens women set out to make change in their community through activism
By: Jacob Motta
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A group of people gathered in Athens Wednesday to protest what they said was Chase Bank’s continued support of the fossil fuels industry. The group was… Read More

The OUtlet – March 23, 2023
By: Taylor Burnette
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This week on The OUtlet, a special edition focusing on mental health across the state of Ohio. Taylor Mondragon and Jack Greene have more on the state of mental healthcare… Read More

Ohio University names its next president, the first woman in its history
By: Gabriel Scotto
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Ohio University Board of Trustees unanimously appointed Dr. Lori Stewart Gonzalez as the university’s next president. Stewart Gonzalez, currently executive vice president and provost of… Read More

‘We expect the impact to be huge’: Additional Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits end for Ohioans
By: Madison Moore
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – The emergency SNAP allotments that have been helping many families across Southeast Ohio ended March 1st, leaving local food assistance programs bracing for a spike in… Read More

The OUtlet – March 9, 2023
By: Taylor Burnette
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This week on The OUtlet, WOUB reporter Madison Moore talks to local organizations about the ending of pandemic SNAP benefits, and a reporter from The Post talks about foraging in… Read More

The OUtlet – March 2, 2023
By: Taylor Burnette
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Payton Szymczak reports on an art exhibit at the Kennedy Museum of Art that presents the work of Black women, and Andrè Norrils has all the details as Passion Works… Read More

An Ohio University group brings the world to local classrooms
By: Jack Demmler
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ALBANY, Ohio – Alexander High School welcomed five international guest speakers last week for a global education The speakers are a part of the Ohio Valley International Council’s (OVIC) efforts… Read More

The Ridges could see big changes under a proposed plan from Ohio University
By: Jacob Motta
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ATHENS Ohio, (WOUB) — The Ridges could see a major transformation under a proposal created by Ohio University in partnership with regional development groups.. The $220 million proposed plan preserves… Read More

The OUtlet – February 23, 2023
By: Taylor Burnette
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This week on The OUtlet, Jensen Knecht says a group wants more automated vehicles on the road in Southeast Ohio, and Jacob Motta reports the new plans for The Ridges…. Read More

Athens garbage service rates are going up. The question is by how much
By: Emma Dollenmayer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens residents will pay more for their garbage service starting in July, but just how much more depends on which bid the City Council chooses. The… Read More

The OUtlet – February 16, 2023
By: Taylor Burnette
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Reporter Madison Moore explains the substitute bus driver shortage at Alexander local schools- and how it affects the school day, and Taylor Mondragon went out to talk with OU students… Read More

A nationwide substitute bus driver shortage leaves Alexander Local Schools looking for help
By: Madison Moore
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ALBANY, Ohio (WOUB) – Alexander Local Schools and school districts nationwide are struggling to get enough substitute bus drivers behind the wheel. With only two full-time substitute bus drivers, Alexander… Read More

Children find a new path at the Hocking Valley Community Residential Center
By: Walker Smith
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Editors note: All names have been abbreviated to respect the privacy of the residents. NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — Hocking Valley Community Residential Center (HVCRC) is an all-male correctional facility located… Read More

The OUtlet – February 9, 2023
By: Taylor Burnette
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This week on The OUtlet, Athens County health officials are fighting fentanyl, and reporter Lexi Lepof has more information on area resources. And Jacob Motta visited the Hocking County Humane… Read More

High School esports levels up as OHSAA announces its support for annual tournament
By: Jack Demmler
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JACKSON, Ohio (WOUB) — Esports is leveling up for high school teams across the state thanks to a new partnership with the Ohio High School Athletic Association. OHSAA announced last… Read More

The OUtlet – February 3, 2023
By: Taylor Burnette
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We’re back for the semester! This week on The OUtlet, Andrè Norrils speaks with people creating a bench that helps connect people, and Jack Demmler talks about esports in Southeast… Read More

Ohio University receives a grant to study using unmanned aircraft to move packages and people around
By: Gabriel Scotto
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio University has been awarded a grant to investigate using unmanned aircraft in Appalachian Ohio for applications such as delivering packages to homes and transporting patients… Read More

An Ohio University graduate student organization advocates for better wages and healthcare
By: Taylor Burnette
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The minimum stipend per semester for a full graduate student appointment at Ohio University is $3,900 for 20 hours a week, which is the most they… Read More

Athens plans to add more electric city vehicles, EV charging stations
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Athens is making a switch from gas, to electric when it comes to its city vehicles. Through a recent agreement with Enterprise to… Read More

Revenge Season: OU football can make history with MAC title
By: Dylan Westmeyer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio University football has the chance to make history at Ford Field in Detroit this weekend. The Bobcats won the MAC East for the first time… Read More

Girls wrestling officially sanctioned by OHSAA
By: Zack Mothersbaugh
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ALBANY, Ohio (WOUB) — After a unanimous vote, the OHSAA decided to add girls wrestling for the 2022-2023 season. This comes to the delight of a lot of schools who… Read More

The OUtlet- November 30, 2022
By: Taylor Burnette
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This week on The OUtlet, Sully Beach talks to the 110’s youngest unofficial member, and Juliana Colant looks at new electric vehicles in the city of Athens. WOUB Digital ·… Read More

Nelsonville-York Celebrates New Weight Room
By: Ethan Sargeant
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) – Excitement is high with the Nelsonville York football team, not just because the Buckeyes are 5-1 on the gridiron. They currently sit in pole position to… Read More

CoLab at Ohio U hosts StartUp Market
By: Brenna Nye, Owen McDermott
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — In celebration of Global Entrepreneurship week, Ohio University’s College of Business hosted a StartUp Market in the CoLab in Alden Library for student and local entrepreneurs… Read More

Technical Foul: Dwindling Number of Referees Affecting High School Athletics
By: Carl Blalock
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – For Trimble Assistant Athletic Director Joe Richards, some Friday mornings are very stressful as he looks for referees to officiate a football game just hours before… Read More
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