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Athens Dog Shelter battling long surrender list
By: Charlie Ihlenfeld
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CHAUNCEY, Ohio (WOUB) – The Athens County Dog Shelter has been dealing with a distressing combination of long surrender lists combined with low adoption rates. “Space is at a premium,”… Read More
The Peanut Butter and Jelly Project delivers sandwiches and produce to Athens County families
By: Ty Carpenter
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JACKSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) – Athens County Children Services is providing free lunches so children don’t go hungry over the summer. Over 100 families gathered at the first distribution of this… Read More
As a troubled year draws to a close for Federal Hocking, its superintendent expresses confidence while staff share concerns about leadership
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — For Emma Wright, the nonrenewal of Jake Amlin’s contract was just the latest in a year of troubles at Federal Hocking. Wright is the… Read More
Here are the unofficial 2025 May primary election results for Athens County
By: WOUB News Team
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ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio (WOUB) – According to unofficial results, 9.76% of registered voters in Athens County cast ballots in the 2025 May primary election. Voters in Athens rejected raising the… Read More
Trimble residents want more information from their superintendent and school board as more positions are cut
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — It became apparent at Thursday’s board meeting that residents of Trimble Local Schools do not want to sit idly by as their district is… Read More
A state budget proposal would cut millions for libraries in Ohio and eliminate the funding formula
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio’s libraries stand to receive $80 million less in funding over the next two years under the state budget bill moving through the House. The bill… Read More
A new choice-style food pantry brings groceries to low-income Amesville residents
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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AMESVILLE, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — The drive from Amesville to Athens can be cumbersome, especially for low-income residents, but it’s the only way to get groceries. That’s why HAPCAP… Read More
From coal to community forest, this is how one Athens County organization is reclaiming former mine land
By: Erin Gottsacker | The Ohio Newsroom
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ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio (The Ohio Newsroom) — The woods behind Weston Lombard’s farm in Athens County is expansive. “If you look around, we’re just surrounded by oak trees and hickory… Read More
A one-of-a-kind housing program in Ohio offers hope and safety to survivors of sexual violence
By: Kendall Crawford | The Ohio Newsroom
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Warning: This story references sexual violence and suicide. NELSONVILLE, Ohio (The Ohio Newsroom) — Sara loves the way light streams through her Nelsonville apartment windows and shines on her two… Read More
Repurposed wheelchairs and hospital beds are bridging Ohio’s rural health care gaps
By: Kendall Crawford | The Ohio Newsroom
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WASHINGTON COUNTY, Ohio (The Ohio Newsroom) — Ed Newman enjoys his weekly drives, darting from hospitals in eastern Washington County to nursing homes on Ohio’s southern border. He sees it… Read More
The director of Athens County’s Board of Elections is taking on a new role after almost 20 years
By: Jack Greene
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – The director of the Athens County Board of Elections is taking on a new role, this time as deputy director. Debbie Quivey has worked at the… Read More
Ohio’s new 911 system will shave response times by pinpointing callers’ locations
By: Morgan Anderson
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THE PLAINS, Ohio (WOUB) — Ohio’s 911 system is getting a major overhaul with a $46 million upgrade aimed at improving its services across the state. Washington and Monroe counties… Read More
Athens County Humane Society: Galentine’s Day Lunch
Galentine’s Day Lunch – Grab your gal pals and Besties! Join us! Saturday, Feb 15th, 2025 at the Ohio University Inn. Celebrate and Kick it Up with a special Galentine Cocktail,… Read More
The Trimble school district expects the state to declare a fiscal emergency after it turns to outside help amid its budget crisis
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — The Trimble school district is working with a northeast Ohio group to rectify its ongoing budget crisis. The board certified the $25,000 contract with… Read More
Democrat Taylor Sappington says he hopes to repay voters’ support as Athens County’s next treasurer
By: Haley Richardson
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Taylor Sappington has been elected Athens County treasurer, defeating opponent Dawn Deputy. Sappington, a Democrat, won 93 percent of the vote. Deputy ran as an independent…. Read More
Athens County treasurer candidate Taylor Sappington says he wants to bring more equity to taxation
By: Haley Richardson
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — In a contentious election cycle, Democrat Taylor Sappington says he brings hope and optimism into his race for Athens County treasurer. “I’m an optimist, not a… Read More
Incumbent Athens County Commissioner Charlie Adkins plans to continue focusing on infrastructure, including sewer upgrades
By: Arielle Teppert
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – Incumbent Athens County Commissioner Charlie Adkins is seeking re-election to continue the work of building up key infrastructure in the county. Charlie Adkins says he’s spent… Read More
Athens County treasurer candidates make their pitch to voters at a League of Women Voters forum
By: Haley Richardson
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – At a forum last week the two candidates for Athens County treasurer emphasized that voters should not underestimate the influence of this office. Taylor Sappington said the… Read More
Athens County sees a sharp increase in thieves stealing funds from EBT cards
By: Arielle Teppert
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A few weeks ago, Jane’s elderly mother was doing her weekly food shopping when she discovered a problem with her EBT card. “She went to the store… Read More
When he finally found his dream TR8 sports car, he bought it on the spot. It took another two years to prove it was really his
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Chris Schermacher sat in the courtroom with his attorney. It had taken two years of jumping through bureaucratic hoops to get to this point. And now… Read More
Proposed parcel fee to purchase local recycling center fails to pass
By: Lucy Schaefer
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A proposed parcel fee aimed at buying the Athens-Hocking Recycling Centers has failed to pass, leaving its fate still uncertain. The proposed $24 per year fee… Read More
Judges hear appeal of former Ohio University student’s rape conviction
By: Donovan Varney
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A man serving eight years in prison for the rape of a former Ohio University student says his attorney rejected a plea deal without consulting with… Read More
A Mindful Journey Through Nature
Welcome to A Mindful Journey Through Nature! Join us for a peaceful and rejuvenating experience on Sat, Aug 10, 2024 at 11:00 AM along the Hock-hocking Adena Bikeway starting at… Read More
Free Hot Meal
Free hot meal provided by the community of Good Works every Friday night. Dinner starts at 5:15 p.m. with announcements. There is additional “take-home” food provided after the meal. For… Read More
Free Hot Meal
Free hot meal provided by the community of Good Works every Friday night. Dinner starts at 5:15 p.m. with announcements. There is additional “take-home” food provided after the meal. For… Read More
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