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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
Gardening 101: The Basics
Dan Knier, Farm Manager of the Agroecology program at Hocking College, will be walking us through the basics of starting a garden. From composting, to planing your garden, you’ll be ready to dig in after this workshop! Be sure to Register for this workshop by emailing Bailey at gardens@communityfoodinitiatives.org Saturday, April 27th 2:00PM-3:30PM at the… Read More
Nelsonville Community Garden Ribbon Cutting
Come celebrate the grand reopening of the Nelsonville Community Garden! Check out our new location and accessible garden features. Join us for a ribbon-cutting ceremony, garden plot sign up, seed giveaway, light refreshments and free raffle! Help us grow and share the harvest!
Hocking College Student Artist Invitational: A Sensory Delight in Multimedia
A Sensory Delight in Multi Media! Mar. 29th, 2019, 6-9 pm: Opening Night for HC Artist Invitational. Multi-media pieces from the hardworking Art Students at Hocking College. Glass, Ceramics, Painting and Photography. Come see what this group of talented students are doing. (This show will run through April 21st.) This is a Nelsonville Final Friday Gallery Walk… Read More
Wild About Winter!
Join the Hocking College Natural and Historical Interpretation Capstone students for a FREE event at The Market on State Street celebrating the wild and wonderful workings of the winter world. The event will feature fun, educational activities for younger members of the family and will take place at the same time as the Athens Farmers… Read More
The 15th Annual Bowl-A-Rama, Buy the Bowl…the Chili’s Free!
Event Name: The 15th Annual Bowl-A-Rama Buy the Bowl…the Chili’s Free! January 25, 2019, 6-9 pm: Starbrick Cooperative Gallery presents the 14th Annual Bowl-A-Rama. Buy the Bowl…the Chili’s Free! The area’s finest potters are spinning unique art bowls for you to fire up with our homemade chilies. Also that night: After the Holidays Studio Sale-get… Read More
Ready, Set, Spring!
We are thrilled to invite the public to another event hosted by Hocking College! Join the Interp. Capstone students and Nature Center staff for a family fun spring day full of discovery! Activities will include meeting our live animal ambassadors, exploring the forests on discovery hikes hunting spring wildflowers, salamanders & frogs. Also play fun… Read More
Winter Rummage Sale
First Presbyterian Church in Nelsonville is having its Winter Rummage Sale from 9am to 3pm this Saturday, Feb. 17 at 69 E. Washington Street In Nelsonville. Discover collectibles, furniture, household wares, clothing and so much more. Check out our baked goods sale. Make it a day in Nelsonville!
Nelsonville Fire Rekindles Memories Of Past Blazes
By: Steve Robb - Athens Messenger staff reporter
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“I cried,” is how Judy Sinnott of Nelsonville described her reaction when the Public Square was hit Saturday night by a fire, a blaze that Sinnott said also fueled “a ton of flashbacks.” She and others in the community couldn’t help but recall the 1980 fire that all but destroyed Stuart’s Opera House, located beside… Read More
OhioHealth Intends To Purchase Land For Urgent Care Facility
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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OhioHealth has taken the next step in developing the new health center in Nelsonville by signing a letter of intent to buy land in the city. OhioHealth announced Tuesday morning that a letter of intent has been signed to purchase an area located northeast of the intersection of West Washington Street and John Lloyd Evans… Read More
Nelsonville Square Buildings Catch Fire
By: WOUB Staff Writer
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Multiple historic structures were damaged after a Saturday night fire tore through the former Preston Building on the Nelsonville Public Square. Report of a “blown electrical transformer” was called in at about 10:45 p.m. in the area of 28 E. Columbus Street, and when fire crews arrived, smoke was seen coming from 30 Public Square,… Read More
Nelsonville Gets FEMA Grant for House Demolition
By: Steve Robb - Athens Messenger staff reporter
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NELSONVILLE — The city of Nelsonville has been awarded a $186,801 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to acquire and demolish homes in flood hazard areas. Up to nine homes will be demolished and the land returned to permanent green space. Participation by property owners is voluntary, according to City Code Director Steve Pierson…. Read More
Community Arts Space To Open For Final Friday
By: Tyler Buchanan | The Athens Messenger
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A new community arts space is set for downtown Nelsonville, with an official grand opening scheduled for this week’s Final Friday celebration. Around the Corner Studio, located at 49 W. Washington St., will host visitors Friday from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. The studio was inspired by Jennifer L’Heureux, who said the goal is to have… Read More
Nelsonville Selects Trash Hauler
By: Sara Brumfield | Athens Messenger
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On Monday Nelsonville City Council voted to contract with Southern Ohio Disposal for commercial and residential trash and recycling collection for two years. Southern Ohio Disposal was one of three companies that bid for the franchise agreement. The other two were Rumpke — who currently does collection for the city — and Athens-Hocking Recycling and… Read More
Local Businesses Vie For Prize in Start It Up Nelsonville
By: Steve Robb - Athens Messenger staff reporter
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Five Nelsonville businesses have entered a competition for a $10,000 prize that will help them develop and grow. The prize is being offer by Start it Up Nelsonville, a competition that aims to attract new business to Nelsonville and increase foot traffic to the Public Square. The deadline for businesses to join the competition was… Read More