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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.
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.
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.
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...
Elementary schools host end-of-the-year garden parties
Garden parties aren’t always alike. At the Morrison-Gordon Elementary School's garden party, kids dug in dirt, picked strawberries and played with worms Tuesday evening. Of course, this is a learning garden, created through a partnership between the Athens City School District and Community Food Initiatives. This permanent structure at the school shows elementary school kids the fundamentals of the growing process. Part of the event included the "grand reveal" of...
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...
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...
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, […]
Taylor’s Table Talk: Local dining, infrastructure pressured by chain expansion
In March, RPG Management began construction on a retaining wall and joint Chipotle-Starbucks location at 960 E. State St., according to the company’s Facebook page. In a previous article published by The Post, Mayor Steve Patterson said the additions to East State Street’s “corporate chain corridor” may not affect Friendly Paws or Kindred Market, but that is unsurprising; Friendly Paws is a pet supplies and grooming business, and Kindred Market is a grocery store and café. Local restaurants and coffee may fare badly from the presence of new popular competitors.
GALLERY: MVHS baseball vs Logan 5-15-24
MOUNT VERNON — Konner Daughriety went the distance on the mound, and the Jackets created chaos on the bases en route to a 7-0 win over Logan on Wednesday night. The Yellow Jackets (20-4) will host No. 13 Olentangy Liberty at 5 p.m. May 21 in a district semifinal game.
Things to know
Hydrant Flushing The Athens Fire Department will be flushing and testing hydrants from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday and Friday on Richland Avenue. Residents may experience discolored water due to iron sediments stirred up from increased flow, but the water remains safe. No boil order will be issued, but the city recommends not to wash laundry...
Library’s Summer Reading Program offers adventure
LOGAN — The Logan Hocking County District Library provides programs for all ages that make reading fun. One of their biggest programs is the Summer Reading Program (SRP). In the past, this program has been prepared for students entering K-12. This year the library is adding an adult reading challenge, and are also encouraging parents of preschoolers to register their child and commit to reading to them, so kids of all ages can participate. ...
BLHS BPA Chapter garners awards at National Leadership Conference
Students from Benjamin Logan Business Professionals of America chapter attended the 2024 BPA National Leadership Conference in Chicago May 9–14. As a chapter Benjamin Logan was recognized for the BPA Cares Membership Explosion Award and Adviser Mandi Wood was recognized for her 10 years of service as an adviser.
Ohio Bobcats’ Defense Still Talented After Losing Nearly All Of Its D-Line & Linebackers
Ohio had two linebackers ranked in the top 10 in the MAC in tackles last season. Bryce Houston and Keye Thompson were some of the most productive defenders in the league. Houston has since graduated and Thompson transferred to Pittsburgh. Both were voted first-team all-conference last season. They were part of a defense that led the MAC in total defense (273.9 yards per game) and scoring defense (15.8 points per game).
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