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An Athens teen is seeking donations for Gwen’s Magical Toy Drive on Saturday
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki | Report for America
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — An Athens teen is collecting toys for kids for the holiday season. Gwen Mouat was in Macy’s with her aunt four years ago when… Read More
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Authorities are urging indoor masking in major cities as the ‘tripledemic’ rages
By: Juliana Kim | NPR
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Public health officials are revisiting the topic of indoor masking, as three highly contagious respiratory viruses take hold during the holiday season. Over the past few weeks, a surge in… Read More
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As holidays near, a nationwide rail strike is still on the table. Here’s the latest
By: Andrea Hsu | NPR
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WASHINGTON D.C. (NPR) – Remember earlier this fall when the country came within hours of a nationwide rail strike? We could soon see a repeat of that scenario. The nation’s… Read More
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Neither snow nor rain nor anything over $20: some tips on holiday tipping
By: Kabir Bhatia | WKSU
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KENT, Ohio (WKSU) — ‘Tis the season for holiday shopping as we choose just the right gifts for friends, family, and the service people who will be delivering our gifts… Read More
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COVID boosters and what you need to know before holiday gatherings
By: PBS Newshour
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NewsHour) — Starting this weekend, COVID-19 boosters will now be available for any of the three federally approved vaccines. At least 10 states had already made this change… Read More