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Healthy Progress: Memorial Health System to open Athens facility
ATHENS, Ohio — Memorial Health System’s Athens Medical Campus Emergency Department will officially open at 7 a.m. May 30 with a special open house held the night before for the local community. Located at 206 Columbus Road, Athens, the new facility will be open and available to provide...
Housing authority files civil lawsuit against former director and ex-husband
Athens Metropolitan Housing Authority (AMHA) has filed a civil lawsuit against Jodi Rickard, former executive director, and Kevin Rickard, her former husband, seeking repayment of funds stolen from the agency. The complaint was filed April 19 in Athens County Court of Common Pleas. David Mott, with Mollica, Gall, Sloan and Sillery Co. LPA of Athens, is representing AMHA. Attorney Adam Ball, of Athens, is representing Kevin Rickard. Jodi Rickard is...
Federal Hocking is facing a budget shortfall due to high premiums and low enrollment
STEWART, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — Federal Hocking Local Schools will face a $1.66 million shortfall by fiscal year 2027 if it does not cut spending, according to a report from the district. Members of the Federal Hocking Board of Education met Thursday to discuss how the district will...
Wreaths mobile exhibit to visit Shawnee Cemetery
LIMA —Shawnee Cemetery is set to be the site of a special visit Wednesday, May 22. The Wreaths Across America will bring the Mobile Education Exhibit to the cemetery from 3 to 8 p.m. as part of a national tour designed to bring the mobile museum to the public and bring together the community and veterans, as well as active-duty military.
Fed Hock’s senior project requirement draws criticism and praise as the district considers changes
STEWART, Ohio (WOUB/Report for America) — Myles Vorisek has parked a black 1981 Yamaha motorcycle in the hallway of Federal Hocking High School. It’s not a senior prank. Vorisek, who is graduating this year, rebuilt the bike more or less from scratch for his 100-hour culminating learning experience — otherwise known as the Fed Hock senior project. Now, he’s showing it off to parents and other interested visitors.
Commissioners balk at parcel fee in solid waste plan
LOGAN — Two county commissioners on Thursday voiced their opposition to the Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District’s (AHSWD) proposed $12 annual parcel fee as part of the district’s 15-year financial management plan. The fee would allow the AHSWD to raise the funds necessary to purchase the Athens-Hocking Recycling Center (AHRC) facility, as well as bolster its recycling programs, as reported by The Logan Daily News earlier this month. It would also,...
Unioto utilizes late hits in win over Circleville, locks down second consecutive district title
ATHENS — Alexis Book knew she had a hit in the works. The senior felt it as she stepped to the plate for the third time Friday in the bottom of the fifth inning of Unioto's district final against Circleville. She made contact in her first two at-bats, but was sent back down after flying out in both attempts. As the old saying goes, third time's the charm. ...
Athens officials announce hydrant tests; warn of temporary water discoloration
ATHENS, Ohio — The Athens Fire Department has announced that it will be conducting hydrant flushing and testing on Friday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on East State St. Residents may notice discolored water as a result of iron sediments being stirred up due to the increased flow. However, officials assure that the water will remain safe for use.
Council of governments formed for recycling; Logan planning to join
ATHENS — On Thursday in the conference room of the Athens County Commissioners, the Southeast Ohio Recycling Terminal (SORT) council of governments was formed, a group that could introduce recycling pick-up in Logan in the future. Lenny Eliason, an Athens County commissioner, was voted chair of the board, while Amesville mayor Gary Gooseman was elected vice-chair. Crissa Cummings, head of the Athens-Hocking Recycling Center (AHRC), whose recycling and trash pick-up services are being absorbed into SORT, was elected secretary treasurer and fiscal officer of the...
Athens Planning Commission discusses zoning rules for cannabis, tobacco retailers
The Athens Planning Commission met Wednesday to discuss zoning for the use and sale of cannabis and tobacco within the city. Ohio Issue 2 passed Nov. 7, 2023, which legalized the recreational use of marijuana for adults 21 or older, according to a previous Post report. Athens City Council has been working to make ordinances around the sale and use of marijuana since then.
Documentary screening part of Berry Day Week in Athens
ATHENS, Ohio — The Mount Zion Black Cultural Center will kick off the Berry Day Week celebration with the screening of WOUB-PBS Public Media’s “The Lincoln School Story” at 5:30 p.m. Monday at the Athena Cinema. The documentary follows a group of Hillsboro, Ohio, Black mothers...
Athens' track and field shines at Divsion II District meet
POMEROY — Athens’ girls track and field had a record setting day at the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) Division II District meet held at Meigs over the past few days. A litany of Bulldogs were able to finish in the top four of the finals, qualifying for the Regional meet. The team placed second overall. Results: In the 100 meter dash, Bella Sutton (12.86) placed third while Jesse...
ODOT construction in Athens County for the week of May 20
MARIETTA — Ohio Department of Transportation announced that the following projects are anticipated to affect highways in Athens County during the week of May 20. Outlined work is weather permitting. Click on each route to see its location at OHGO.com. A signal replacement and turn lane installation project is taking place at US 50/Washington Road. Estimated completion date is Nov. 1.A resurfacing project is taking place on US 50 between...
Coolville residents, village officials organize against proposed traffic project
COOLVILLE, Ohio – Coolville area residents say that proposed traffic changes on U.S. 50 in the village could have unintended consequences, including business closures and more crashes. Around a dozen people attended a public meeting on May 9 at Coolville Village Hall, where Mayor Neil Cowen encouraged villagers to...
Polluting state senator is not a good representative for SE Ohio
Athens area residents please be advised – our current state senator is a significant polluter. According to the Columbus Dispatch, injection wells owned by 30th District Senator Brian Chavez for years leached brine underground in Noble County, miles past where it was permitted. On May 13, the Dispatch reported...
Trouble with the curve: Sheridan's offense never found traction in the district finals.
ATHENS — Sheridan had more lives than a truck load of alley cats for 20 outs on Friday against Circleville Logan Elm. Getting the 21st unscathed proved elusive. Down to their final strike with runners on second and third, the Braves got a two-out single from Lucy Caplinger that sent the tying and go-ahead runs home off Sheridan ace Cora Hall.
Athens County man to serve at least 20 years for raping minor
ATHENS, Ohio (WCMH) – An Athens County man will serve at least two decades in prison after being found guilty of rape. According to the Athens County Prosecutor’s Office, Joshua Murphy, 35, was sentenced to a mandatory prison term of 20-years-to-life, to be served in the State Penal System effective May 1. Murphy, of Coolville, […]
LISTEN: Kim Richey Has The Mountain Stage Song Of The Week
On this week’s premiere broadcast of Mountain Stage, you’ll hear performances from Bettye LaVette, Kim Richey, Keller Williams, The Langan Band, and Megan Jean’s Secret Family. This episode was recorded live at the Templeton-Blackburn Alumni Memorial Auditorium in Athens, Ohio. Our Song of the Week comes from...
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