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A crosswalk proposal for uptown Athens highlights tensions between accessibility and historic preservation
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens city leaders are considering a crosswalk proposal to replace some of the street bricks in the historic uptown district to address mobility concerns. The proposal… Read More

Southeast Ohio man’s story offers a cautionary tale about medical marijuana and jobs
By: David Forster
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WOUB Digital · Southeast Ohio man’s story offers a cautionary tale about medical marijuana and jobs ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — When Ohio legislators legalized marijuana for medical use, many… Read More

Uptown Athens Walk & Roll Audit
Athens Curbside Conversations and the Athens Disabilities Commission will be hosting a Walk & Roll Audit on Thurs 26 Sept at 5:30pm in front of the Athens City Building. Learn… Read More

Dr. J.W. Smith Weighs In on Accessibility Issues at OU
By: Adam Rich
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In this episodes of “Conversations from Studio B”, host Dr. Carolyn Lewis invites Dr. J.W. Smith for a monthly discussion on disability and accessibility issues in Athens and on the… Read More