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Athens commissioners get some clarification from state officials on more than $2.5 million in misspent funds
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Athens County commissioners were surprised to learn just how much the county owes the state in reimbursement for misspent funds that have resulted in felony criminal… Read More
The Athens Uptown Improvements and Sunset Motel projects face roadblocks during the bid process
By: Amanda Pirani
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — A project to fund improvements in uptown Athens was cancelled after being put out to bid four times without receiving a single proposal. The… Read More
The Sunset Motel shelter’s opening is delayed because of over-budget construction bids
By: Amanda Pirani
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — The opening of the Sunset Motel emergency shelter will face a delay after construction bids for the project came in at more than $1… Read More
Southeast Ohio Foodbank’s summer meal program saw a five-fold increase in children served
By: WOUB News Team
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Southeast Ohio Foodbank served more than 136,000 meals to children while school was out this summer. This is more than a five-fold increase compared with… Read More
Federal cuts to SNAP benefits create uncertainty across southeast Ohio
By: Noah Cavin
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LOGAN, Ohio (WOUB) – The Southeast Ohio Foodbank serves 10 counties in the area, providing fresh meat, produce and hot meals for those in need. They may soon see demand… Read More
A Summer Crisis program to help low-income families stay cool starts off with less funding
By: Joshua Hoerner
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A Summer Crisis program that helps low-income people pay their utility bills and stay cool this summer is underway. County agencies that administer the Summer Crisis… Read More
The Sunset Motel’s conversion into a homeless shelter in Athens received a $2 million funding boost to expand the project
By: Charlie Ihlenfeld
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – An additional $2 million from the state will allow an Athens homeless shelter now under development to offer more space and amenities. The money allows the… Read More
Budget cuts to a USDA program pose threats to foodbanks, farmers and food processors
By: Donovan Varney
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The federal government has cut a half-a-billion-dollar program at the USDA that helps foodbanks make purchases from local farmers and food processors. The end of… Read More
HAPCAP celebrates the grand opening of its new market and training hub
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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LOGAN, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — One of the big challenges for food banks, pantries and HAPCAP is ensuring visitors get food they actually want and need. At a typical… Read More
Meals on Wheels is about more than just the food for Athens County seniors
By: Alison Patton
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB News) — Josh Dean has delivered hot and frozen meals to Sandra Bullock for a few years now. “When you deliver to the same person three times… Read More
As HAPCAP prepares to buy the Sunset Motel, the family that owns it reflects on their life in Athens
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — In 1997, Jigna Bhakta and her husband Minoj moved from California to the small college town of Athens in southeast Ohio to buy and… Read More
![Seniors have free lunch at the Athens Senior Center to usher in the Fourth of July. [Betty Kankam-Boadu | WOUB]](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/1000015737-900x422.jpg)
Seniors in Athens ushered in the Fourth of July with food and fellowship
By: Betty Kankam-Boadu
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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
![Mark Slagle shovels his parents sidewalk in Athens, Ohio, on Friday, Feb. 4, 2022. “Why did my parents have to buy a double wide lot,” he said with a smile. [Joseph Scheller | WOUB]](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/220204_SnowFeatures_0299-e1701454349669-900x422.jpg)
HAPCAP’s Winter Crisis Program is now accepting applications
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Help is available this winter for low-income residents in the HAPCAP service area who need emergency heating. The Winter Crisis Program of Hocking Athens Perry Community… Read More
$15 million brings relief to Southeast Ohio Food Bank, but more may be needed
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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LOGAN, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — Under ordinary circumstances, the shelves of the Southeast Ohio Food Bank are filled with goods. This summer was different. Much of the warehouse sat… Read More
Agency Offers Assistance As Federal Eviction Moratorium Ends
By: Taylor Burnette
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The federal eviction moratorium has ended in some places across southeastern Ohio, but resources are available for those facing the possibility of houselessness. It was extended… Read More
HAPCAP for Health Launches Glouster Community Garden for the 2021 Growing Season
By: Madison Moore
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GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB) – The HAPCAP for Health Program has officially launched the Glouster Community Garden, just in time for the 2021 growing season. The program has opened the garden… Read More
HAPCAP Provides Free Air Conditioners Through Summer Crisis Program
By: Destiniee Jaram
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Some people in the region are struggling to stay cool as temperatures rise this summer. People in need can receive a free air conditioner for their… Read More