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Some residents of new affordable housing complex are walking along a “dangerous” road
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The new, affordable Kershaw Greene apartment complex sits next to a busy rural road in western Athens. For residents without transportation, it means walking alongside cars… Read More
An effort to regulate intoxicating hemp products is stalled in the Ohio Legislature
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Gummy worms, gummy bears and Rice Krispie treats are all notable sweets. Right now, these snacks are being sold as hemp-infused products at your local gas… Read More
Area residents weigh in on proposed fee to save the local recycling center
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A large crowd gathered at the Athens Community Center this week with strong opinions about a proposed parcel fee. The Athens Hocking Solid Waste District wants… Read More
Outcome in legal case could call into question recent decisions by Nelsonville City Council
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A state appeals court is deciding who has the legitimate right to two seats on the Nelsonville City Council. Depending on the court’s decision, it could… Read More
School enrollment has not recovered after the pandemic amid a growing housing crisis
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Schools in southeast Ohio are feeling the effects from the pandemic and the housing crisis in their enrollment numbers. Numbers have been going down over the… Read More
Supreme Court blocks enforcement of EPA’s ‘good neighbor’ rule on downwind pollution
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Environmental Protection Agency will not be able to enforce a key rule limiting air pollution in nearly a dozen states while separate legal challenges proceed around… Read More
Middleport residents worried about public safety after police layoffs
MIDDLEPORT, Ohio (WOUB) — Middleport residents are concerned about public safety now that its police force has been cut in half. The Village Council held a special meeting Monday… Read More
A converted big blue bus becomes a roving art studio for children in southeast Ohio
NEW MARSHFIELD, Ohio (WOUB) — Gracie Roberts is busy turning glitter, glue and light strings into fairy jars. She is happy to be on the bus crafting because she gets… Read More
Rebate program encourages Athens residents to switch from gas-powered yard equipment to electric
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – A new program in Athens is encouraging residents to go green when it comes to their lawn care. The “VoLTaGE” (Voluntary Lawn Tool Going Electric) program… Read More
Career centers in Appalachian Ohio receive big grants to expand services
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — High school students at 11 career centers in Appalachian Ohio will soon be getting more opportunities for hands-on learning in the professional field. Ohio Gov. Mike… Read More
Food pantries expect more visitors if Congress changes food stamps formula
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – Kayla Darby receives SNAP benefits at the beginning of the month, but with four kids, she needs additional support. “It doesn’t get us through the full… Read More
A new mural at Mount Zion Baptist Church honors Black history in Athens
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — In honor of Black history in Athens, a mural depicting the origins of the historic Mount Zion Church is temporarily replacing the church’s rose window. … Read More
Athens City Council votes to join a waste management council of governments
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Athens is now part of a collective effort to save the local recycling center and manage solid waste. The City Council passed an… Read More
Clinic provides free legal aid to people looking to clear their criminal records
MARIETTA, Ohio (WOUB) — Brady Radabaugh would like to adopt a child and start a family. But he can’t. He has a criminal record that will show up in a… Read More
Transitional housing for abuse survivors planned for Athens
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — New housing and support services in Athens for people impacted by crisis and trauma is one step closer to reality. The Athens Board of Zoning Appeals… Read More
Athens received funding for affordable housing across the county
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County received over $1 million to bring affordable housing across the county for first-time homebuyers. The plan is to build 13 homes: six in The… Read More
Solid Waste District moves forward with parcel fees
NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District approved a motion Wednesday to move forward with a $24 annual parcel fee for property owners. The fee would fund the… Read More
Nelsonville lifeguard recognized for saving a child from drowning
NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) – The girl jumped in the pool without her swimmies, but she couldn’t swim. Ciara Dexter said she acted on instinct. “I just jumped in,” said Dexter,… Read More
Pike County residents pushing for radiation exposure compensation
MCDERMOTT, Ohio (WOUB) – Vina Colley has an air filter outside her home about 17 miles south of the old Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant. Once a month, she mails it… Read More
East Washington Street will be closed Monday for work on Athens City Hall cupola
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Athens is closing part of East Washington Street Monday for work on the Athens City Hall cupola. The street will close at 8… Read More
Two-way traffic to resume on West Union Street in Athens by July
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A normal traffic pattern for a stretch of West Union Street in Athens will be happening sooner than originally planned. The city is speeding up the… Read More
Athens City Council considers rezoning requests that would expand business space
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Two rezoning requests before the Athens City Council would allow businesses to operate closer to residences near two major streets. One proposal would allow the Hyundai… Read More
Businesses frustrated with West Union construction spent months not knowing where to turn for help
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Businesses on West Union Street in Athens say they’re suffering because of disruptions caused by the major road work underway. They’re supposed to be able to… Read More
A former Nelsonville City Council member has filed legal action against city officials
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A former Nelsonville City Council member is accusing city officials of conducting public business in private and is demanding release of their conversations. In a legal… Read More
Lyft didn’t like the dog. Now, he and his owner are running their own operation
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Passengers who catch a lift from Athens taxi driver John Diles need to understand one thing: His business partner and sidekick, Albert, is always going to… Read More
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