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Hundreds In Athens Join Nationwide Day Of Protest
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A crowd of at least 500 people lined the streets in Athens for a peaceful protest on Tuesday, joining a day of demonstrations across the United… Read More
‘We Will Fight For What’s Right:’ People March For George Floyd In Athens
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Twice in as many days, more than 100 people rallied their voices and handmade signs in Athens on Sunday to protest the deaths of George Floyd and… Read More
Athens Spreads Messages Of Love And Calls For Justice Uptown During Sidewalk Chalk Event
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athenians of all ages met uptown on Sunday afternoon to chalk the sidewalks with messages, affirming support of the black community and calling for justice after… Read More
Athens County Libraries Reopen, With Some Changes
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County Public Libraries reopened on Tuesday, with some changes in place to meet state and local guidelines to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Visitors are… Read More
ODOT Proposes Removing Johnson Road Connection To U.S. 33
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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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
Athens Co. Confirms Four New COVID-19 Cases
By: Aaron Payne
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now had 13 cases of COVID-19 since the beginning of the pandemic after four new cases were confirmed Tuesday. The Athens City-County Health… Read More
Drinking in the Sunshine: Athens County Bars Welcome Customers Back to Outdoor Areas
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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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
Athens Co. Confirms Two New Cases of COVID-19
By: Aaron Payne
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County confirmed two new positive cases of COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the county’s total to eight since the start of the pandemic. The Athens City-County Health… Read More
Some Retailers in Athens are Back Open, Others Still Shuttered
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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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
Athens Co. Confirms Fourth COVID-19 Case
By: Aaron Payne
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has confirmed the fourth positive case of COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic. The Athens City-County Health Department announced the case is the only… Read More
Unofficial Primary 2020 Results for Athens County
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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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
Athens Coffee Shop Provides Free Meals for the Community
By: Thomas Garverick
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ATHENS, OH (WOUB) — Acts of kindness can go a long way to make a difference for people in need during the coronavirus pandemic. “The way people have stepped up… Read More
Athens Community Collaborates to Make Protective Masks
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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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
Athens School District does first-ever virtual spirit week
By: Thomas Garverick
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ATHENS, OH (WOUB) — Everyone is trying to think and stay positive during the COVID-19 pandemic. To uplift spirits, Athens Superintendent Tom Gibbs and Athletic Director Rick Guimond created a… Read More
Ohio University Community Connects Across Continents To Provide PPE For Athens
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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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
How the COVID-19 Pandemic is Affecting Hospitals in Athens and Hocking Counties
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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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
Auditor of State Awards Athens City Schools and Others for Audit Reports
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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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
Athens County Confirms First Death Related to COVID-19
By: Aaron Payne
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The first death related to COVID-19 in Athens County has been confirmed. The Athens City-County Health Department reported the death Monday, March 30. “The health department… Read More
Athens Co. Up to Three Confirmed Cases of COVID-19
By: Aaron Payne
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County has now confirmed three cases of COVID-19. The Athens City-County Health Department announced the third case had been confirmed in an email on Sunday, March… Read More
Athens Co. Confirms Second Positive Case of COVID-19
By: Aaron Payne
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Another positive case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Athens County. The Athens City-County Health Department confirmed the second case on Saturday, March 28. The first case… Read More
Athens Co. Confirms First Positive Case of COVID-19
By: Aaron Payne
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The first positive case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Athens County. The Athens City-County Health Department said the person is currently in isolation at home… Read More
Athens Co. Health Commissioner Orders Public Bodies to Conduct Meetings Online
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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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
West End Distillery Produces Hand Sanitizer to Combat Shortage
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Along with gin, bourbon, vodka, and ciders, staff at West End Ciderhouse and Distillery are now making hand sanitizer for the Athens County community. Deanna Schwartz,… Read More
Athens Co. Municipal Court Re-Schedules In-Person Hearings
By: WOUB News Team
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens County Municipal Court is rescheduling all in-person hearings until May 1 or later, according to a post on the court web page, as a… Read More
Athens Co. Dog Shelter Suspends Owner Surrenders
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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CHAUNCEY, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens County Dog Shelter has suspended owner surrenders as of March 16, the county dog warden said. Detective Ryan Gillette said owners who wish to… Read More
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