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Nelsonville Remains A City After Successfully Completing Its Own Population Count
By: Aaron PayneBy: Benjamin Schwartz
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — Nelsonville kept its status as a city, and the state funding that comes with it, after a local recount of the population found 5,373 residents live there. It is enough to keep them above the 5,000 dividing line that separates a city from a village under state law. Secretary of State… Read More
The OUtlet – October 7, 2021
By: Taylor Burnette
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This week on the OUtlet, Ohio University athletes are now able to partner with local businesses, and many have been taking advantage of the opportunity, and the city of Nelsonville works to hold on to its status as a city. WOUB Digital · The OUtlet – October 7, 2021
The OUtlet – September 30, 2021
By: Taylor Burnette
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This week on the OUtlet, DJ B-Funk talks about the cancellation of the Halloween block party, and Nelsonville fights to hold on to its classification as a city. These stories and more, right here: WOUB Digital · The OUtlet – September 30, 2021
![A mural painted on the side of Adventure Pro Outdoors is seen in Nelsonville , Ohio, on Saturday, July 17, 2021. [Joseph Scheller | WOUB]](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/071721_FriendsOfTheDogShelters_0276-scaled-e1632868259776-900x422.jpg)
Nelsonville Is Challenging Its New Census Count Under An Obscure State Law
By: David Forster
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Nelsonville isn’t happy with the results of the 2020 Census, so it’s going to do its own count. The new Census numbers show the city lost 780 residents since 2010, and its population is now 4,612 — or at least it was when the count was done last year…. Read More
![Volunteers at the Radical Times Thursday Night Dinner grand opening pass a plate down the assembly line in Nelsonville, Ohio, on Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021. [Joseph Scheller | WOUB]](https://woub.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/080521_RadicalTimes_129-scaled-e1628795476576-900x422.jpg)
Nelsonville Organization Brings Community To The Dinner Table
By: Theo Peck-Suzuki
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — Dottie Fromal first had the idea for the Thursday Night Community Dinner when she was working at the Hive, a childcare center in Nelsonville. She met many children there who ate dinner alone each night, and decided they needed more human contact. To that end, she and her close friend Lori… Read More
Nelsonville City Council Member Sues Fellow Council Members Over Removal Votes
By: David Forster
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — A Nelsonville City Council member is suing his fellow council members in federal court over efforts to remove him from office. Greg Smith alleges in a lawsuit filed Tuesday that the council’s actions violated multiple constitutional rights, including his right to due process and free speech. WOUB reached out to members… Read More
Program At Hocking College Helping People Experiencing Homelessness
By: Lexi Lepof
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) – Elizabeth Cook has dealt with substance use her whole life. Her parents both struggled with addiction. Cook’s own substance use disorder began when she was 12 which led to her dropping out of high school. She went on to face legal trouble while trying to protect her younger sister who was… Read More
Program At Hocking College Helping People Experiencing Homelessness
By: Lexi Lepof
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) – Elizabeth Cook has dealt with substance use her whole life. Her parents both struggled with addiction. Cook’s own substance use disorder began when she was 12 which led to her dropping out of high school. She went on to face legal trouble while trying to protect her younger sister who was… Read More
Nelsonville Teen Admits To Shooting Death Of Another Boy
By: WOUB News TeamBy: WOUB Staff reports
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A 14-year-old Nelsonville boy admitted in court Tuesday that he killed another boy while playing with a gun. Meanwhile, the boy’s father, Donald Platt, 37, was indicted Tuesday on charges of involuntary manslaughter, endangering children and tampering with evidence. The accused boy was charged Friday with reckless homicide in connection with… Read More
Nelsonville Teen Charged With Homicide Over Shooting Death Of Young Boy
By: WOUB News Team
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A 14-year-old Nelsonville boy was charged with reckless homicide Friday in connection with the shooting death of another boy. The boy is accused of causing the death of 11-year-old Eli Spangler by playing with a firearm. (WOUB is not naming the accused boy because of his age and because his case… Read More
Nelsonville Firefighter Dies After Collapsing At Scene Of Fire
By: WOUB News Team
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — A Nelsonville firefighter is dead after collapsing at the scene of a structure fire. Senior firefighter Jeff Armes was among the Nelsonville Division of Fire crew that responded to a call on Pleasantview Avenue at 5:04 p.m. Sunday. Armes collapsed while working on the scene, according to a release from the division…. Read More
Former Nelsonville Deputy Auditor Sentenced To Prison For Embezzlement
By: WOUB News Team
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Nelsonville’s former deputy auditor was sentenced Monday to nearly five years in prison for stealing money from the city for several years while in office. Stephanie Wilson, 47, was also ordered to pay back the more than $200,000 she stole. She had previously pleaded guilty to multiple charges connected with the… Read More
Former Nelsonville Deputy Auditor Indicted On Additional Theft And Corruption Charges
By: WOUB News Team
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) – The former deputy auditor in Nelsonville pleaded not guilty to new felony charges related to theft while in office after previously pleading guilty to similar charges. Stephanie Wilson, 47, of Stewart, was arraigned Thursday in Athens County Common Pleas Court after being indicted on a felony charge of engaging in a pattern… Read More
Nelsonville-York School Board Approves Phased Back-To-School Plan For Fall
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — Nelsonville-York School District board members approved a phased back-to-school plan at the board’s August meeting on Wednesday. Superintendent Rick Edwards said the district worked with the Athens City-County Health Department and a public health specialist to navigate the process of returning to school during the COVID-19 pandemic. Edwards explained students will… Read More
New Wastewater Treatment Plant Construction Underway in Nelsonville
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (WOUB) — The city of Nelsonville received help for a project to improve its water system. The Appalachian Regional Commission has awarded a $250,000 grant to the city of Nelsonville for a new wastewater treatment plant. This brings the total funding to more than $16.5 million for a project that will operate as… Read More
Salon And Barbershop Owners Look Forward To Seeing Customers Again, Even If From Behind A Mask
By: Michelle Rotuno-Johnson
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ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Everyone who steps into Smart Barber Shop receives a hearty hello from owner Dave Smart, whose grin shines right through his face mask. Last Friday, Smart reopened his shop on West Washington Street in Athens. It was closed for about two months under orders from the state of Ohio to slow… Read More
Prosecutor: Others Could Be Implicated in Nelsonville Mismanagement Case
By: WOUB News Team
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ATHENS, Ohio — An investigation into financial mismanagement in Nelsonville may not end at the indictment of a deputy auditor, according to the Athens County Prosecutor. Stephanie Wilson, of Stewart, is reportedly cooperating with investigators as they dig deeper into the city’s practices. “I’m not sure whether other people will be criminally charged for it,” Athens… Read More
Grand Jury Indicts Nelsonville Deputy Auditor for Alleged Payroll Fabrication
By: WOUB News Team
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(UPDATE 2/11/20 3:45 p.m.) Although none of the allegations involve their schools, WOUB News has a learned Stephanie Wilson was asked to resign her position from the Federal Hocking Local School District Board. The statement from the board reads, “The Federal Hocking School Board has been made aware of the allegations against newly elected Board… Read More
Nelsonville Appoints Interim City Manager
By: Aditya Sahasrabudhe
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio — Nelsonville City Council appointed an interim city manager during a special meeting Tuesday night. Scott Frank was selected by council members out of six candidates nominated for the position. “It’s exciting,” Frank said. “I like the challenge. So many diverse departments. I think it’s going to be a lot of fun learning what… Read More
Nelsonville Frustrated with Sidewalk Theft of Historic Bricks
By: Associated Press
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NELSONVILLE, Ohio (AP) – Officials in a small Ohio city say they’re frustrated by the ongoing theft of historic bricks from sidewalks in town. Nelsonville city manager Chuck Barga says the theft of the Nelsonville Star Bricks began around Jan. 5 and now at least 50 have been stolen. The Star Bricks are a legacy… Read More
Family Trees and Bumble Bees: The Nut Doesn’t Fall Far from the Tree Gallery Exhibit Opening
Opening Night: Family Trees & Bumble Bees. This father & daughter duo will show together for the first time. Robert Holderman will present new wood carvings. Starbrick member, Tere Sager, will have new paintings in various mediums. (This show will run through Sept. 22nd) This is a Nelsonville Final Friday Gallery Walk event!
Up! Up! and Away! On Our Beautiful, Our Beautiful Balloon Art Exhibit Opening
July 26, 2019, 6-9 pm: Opening Night: Up, Up & Away. Sue Hazen, Sue Roth and Pam Long make vessels and sculptures based on or built using..balloons. So come float among the stars together! (This show will be on display through Aug, 25th.) This is a Nelsonville Final Friday Gallery Walk event!
SeniorBEAT Nelsonville Community Listening Session
Adults 55 years and older are invited to a community conversation to share ideas for older adult activities in Nelsonville. We welcome you to join us at the Nelsonville Public Library in the Large Meeting Room to have conversation about SeniorBEAT. The listening session will be a time for community members to provide feedback and… Read More
Nature ~ Nurtures: Mother & Twin Daughters Overflow with Talent Exhibit Opening
Nature~Nurture: Mother & Twin Daughters Overflow with Talent. June 28, 2019, 6-9 pm: Opening Night: Nature ~ Nurture. Talent really can be inherited. Terry Fortkamp is a gifted artist. And her daughters have taken up the mantle. Terry will present new acrylic scenes from nature, flowering trees and bushes. Abby Sickles does portraiture photography. Hannah… Read More