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River otters are returning to southeast Ohio after a very long absence
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — “That muddy little bank there, that’s where I first saw ’em,” says Joe Brehm as leads me down a trail along Sunday Creek a few miles… Read More
The conversion of Athens’ Sunset Motel into a homeless shelter is on track for a May completion
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A new homeless shelter in Athens County is on schedule to be completed in May, and some units may open before then. This is a far… Read More
A ‘cult-like’ church was ordered to pay $24M in the Serah Bellar case
By: Dani Kington | Athens County Independent
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WAVERLY, Ohio (Athens County Independent) — Earlier this month, a federal court ordered a now-defunct religious nonprofit based in Waverly to pay $24 million to a former Athens County woman…. Read More
Rising home prices in Athens County drive another big bump in property taxes. New laws may provide some relief
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County homeowners should have received a letter by now informing them what the auditor believes their house is worth. The upshot: For most homes, the… Read More
GuardCare comes to Athens this weekend to offer free healthcare services
By: Natalie LaFleur
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Ohio National Guard and the Ohio Department of Health team up every year to offer free healthcare services to Ohio residents. This year, they’re coming to Athens County. GuardCare began in 1995 after… Read More
Southeast Ohio celebrates the completion of the Baileys Trail System, now the longest of its kind east of the Mississippi
By: Ebenezer Amartey
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ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio – After nearly a decade of planning and construction, southeast Ohio is now home to the longest continuous mountain bike trail system east of the Mississippi River. … Read More
Meet the local butcher serving southeast Ohio with an ethical approach
SHADE, Ohio (The Ohio Newsroom) — In a noisy, refrigerated room, Chase Meeks checked a customer’s order before breaking down a large piece of beef. He’s the lead meat-processor and manager… Read More
An affordable housing project in Athens Township will go before the city for review
By: Amanda Pirani
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — Athens Township could see 60 units of new low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) housing next year, but some residents already have concerns. The affordable… Read More
In Appalachian Ohio, the Southeast Ohio Fibershed imagines a local textile economy
By: Amanda Pirani
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BUCHTEL, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — Sweat drips down Gavyn Shumard’s forehead as he leans over a Hampshire Down sheep. He does his best to keep the animal calm, despite… Read More
Sunset Motel emergency shelter project in Athens is moving forward after securing a contractor this week
By: Amanda Pirani
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — The Sunset Motel shelter project is expected to break ground this week after three rounds of unsuccessful bids delayed its original timeline. Hocking Athens… Read More
Athens’ city income tax hike narrowly passes according unofficial 2026 Primary Election results for Athens County
By: Atish Baidya
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ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio (WOUB) – According to unofficial results, 21% of registered voters in Athens County cast ballots in the 2026 May primary election. Voters in the city of Athens… Read More
NAMI Athens is opening a community mental health hub thanks to a $1 million state grant
By: Amanda Pirani
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If you or someone you know is experiencing mental health concerns, you can call or text 988 for support or contact the NAMI helpline at 1-800-950-NAMI (6264). You can also… Read More
Here are the unofficial results for the 2025 general election in Athens County
ATHENS COUNTY, Ohio (WOUB) — According to unofficial results, 24.43% of registered voters in Athens County cast ballots in the 2025 November general election. Voters in Nelsonville selected Jonathan R…. Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
Messy STEAM Day
Join us at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 10am-Noon for a messy good time. Learning can be messy – and fun!!… Read More
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