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Yoga Under the Elms offers area residents a chance to stretch and connect
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — On a hot and sticky afternoon, 75-year-old Ann Mulligan is sweating her way through a series of child poses, downward-facing dogs and standing half-forward bends. She… 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
Seniors in Athens ushered in the Fourth of July with food and fellowship
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — “It’s turkey!” shouted Teddy Star Williams to her friend, who was unsure about one of the meals served at the senior cookout last week at the… Read More
Athens Rock Camp is back to empower girls through music
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Harper Fickle hits the hi-hat, snare and bass drums with confidence. She didn’t know how to play a drum set until she came to this… 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
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
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
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
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
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
Strouds Run State Park beach will have access for people with mobility disabilities
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A new project at Strouds Run State Park would allow people with mobility disabilities to enjoy one of the park’s most popular attractions. On most summer… Read More
A historic Athens children’s home site has been commemorated with a colorful mural
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Every symbol on the new mural on the East State Street underpass, from paper airplanes to peanut butter sandwiches to pinwheels, tells a unique story. These… Read More
Athens plans to keep Rumpke contract, complicating efforts to save recycling facility
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Athens plans to keep its garbage contract with Rumpke, complicating efforts to save the local recycling and composting facility. The facility’s future was… Read More
Athens looks to change interest allocation to help ease financial troubles
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens city auditor warns that continued spending from the general fund could worsen the city’s already precarious financial situation. Auditor Kathy Hecht said the city’s… Read More
Local company QuickLoadz offers a different solution for electrifying trucking
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – A local manufacturer is taking a different approach to building electric semi-trucks: Instead of electrifying the truck itself, it is electrifying the trailer. QuickLoadz, a manufacturer… Read More
Businesses in Athens say they’re losing sales from the West Union Street traffic restrictions
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens business owners say they are losing money and may have to lay employees off because of traffic flow from the construction on West Union Street…. Read More
Residents shared their concerns with Athens City Council about the future of Athens-Hocking Recycling Centers
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — In a packed meeting, Athens residents told the City Council it’s running out of time to save Athens-Hocking Recycling Centers. Benjamin Shonk, an organic processor at… Read More
Some city officials in Athens say they support zoning changes to promote affordable housing
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens is considering zoning reforms to make building affordable housing easier. Director of Code Enforcement David Riggs outlined his recommendations to the Athens Planning Commission on… Read More
The city of Athens is considering a hiring freeze to help shore up its budget
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Athens is considering a hiring freeze because its cash reserves for the year have already dropped below a level that is considered financially… Read More
Buckeye Hills Regional Council is asking residents to help shape southeast Ohio’s future economic development
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – Economic development experts in southeastern Ohio are looking at the region’s future through a fresh set of eyes – those of the people who live and… Read More
The trans community and allies in Athens held a vigil for Nex Benedict
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens community gathered on campus Saturday to commemorate the life of Nex Benedit, a 16-year-old non-binary, transgender high school student who died last month in… Read More
Athens City Council passes a resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — In the third packed meeting in a row, Athens City Council passed a resolution calling for a ceasefire between Hamas and Israel. Members voted 4-2 in… Read More
Athens mayor to visit Ukrainian sister city
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – On Saturday, Athens Mayor Steve Patterson will depart for an eight-day trip to Ukraine on a trade and diplomatic mission. Patterson will visit the city of… Read More
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