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Birds in the Hills Festival features nature-inspired creations
POMEROY — This past weekend, avid bird-watchers and local families gathered for the annual Birds in the Hills Festival at Wisteria Campground in Pomeroy. Previously hosted at Camp Oty-Okwa, the nature-oriented weekend featured interactive sessions focused on birds and the scenic views of Appalachia. Running May 17-19, each day consisted of different workshops and events, such as building bird nests, an all-day birding field trip, extensive hiking, bird identification lessons,...
Man takes plea, sentenced for allegedly dragging person down stairs
MASON COUNTY, WV (WOWK) — A man has taken a plea deal and been sentenced for allegedly dragging a person down two flights of stairs and slamming their head against a wall. According to the office of Mason County Prosecuting Attorney Seth Gaskins, William Powell, 29, of Leon was sentenced Monday, May 13, for misdemeanor […]
Blabby Abby: Navigating ‘party schools’ as an introvert
After high school graduation, I had to answer this dreaded question a thousand times: “Where are you going to college?” Each time, with pure excitement, I answered, “Ohio University,” and almost nine times out of 10, I was met with the classic “party school” response, followed by a lecture I never asked for. As an introvert, my anxieties about such a reputation gradually increased.
Updates to FAFSA cause delays in financial aid packages, stress for students
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid has undergone changes through the FAFSA Simplification Act to streamline the application process and increase eligibility requirements for funding. However, the updating process has delayed financial aid offers to students. Incoming freshmen should receive financial aid packages beginning the week of April 28...
W.Va. man killed in Meigs County accident
POMEROY – One man was killed Saturday afternoon in a single-vehicle accident on U.S. 33 in Meigs County, according to the Gallipolis Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. A 2022 Ram 1500 driven by Michael McFarland, 31, Oak Hill, W.Va., was traveling east on U.S. 33 near milepost 18 when the vehicle went off the left side of the road, struck an embankment and a tree and overturned, the patrol said.
Balancing personal, academic lives in Athens
Every student at Ohio University will leave Athens with a unique perspective on the “college experience.” Some students may find relaxation among the nature surrounding the town while others will prefer to unwind walking on Court Street late at night and finding house parties on the weekends. Each Bobcat will have to learn what works for them when it comes to balancing academic and personal lives, and Athens contains several opportunities that can be universally used as tools in finding the balance.
Vikes win thriller over Knights
RIPLEY, W.Va. (WSAZ) - Ripley versus Cabell Midland is going the distance in the WV Class AAA baseball regional tournament. The Vikings won 3-2 on a dribbler down the first base line by Bryson Casto that scored Kyler Doss which gave Ripley the game two victory. Both Midlands’ Jared Nethercutt and Ripleys’ Jackson Curry pitched solid complete games this evening as a trip to the 2024 state tournament will be decided Wednesday night at Cabell Midland.
First painted Purple Heart Parking Spot unveiled in Elm Grove
ELM GROVE, W.Va. (WTRF) – Over 50 Purple Heart Parking Spots have been put in place at businesses throughout the Ohio Valley, and the newest one was just unveiled at Osiris Shrine in Elm Grove. The Legion of Honor consists of the veterans of Osiris Shrine, who do all they can to give back to […]
Fayette County man dies in Ohio wreck
MEIGS COUNTY, OH — A Fayette County man died in a vehicle crash in Ohio Saturday. Ohio State Highway Patrol said Michael McFarland, 31, of Oak Hill, died shortly after his truck went off the side of U.S. Route 33 in Meigs County at around 1:15 p.m. The truck...
Students reflect on popular annual, local events
As is promised in the movies, there is much more to college life than just schoolwork. Incoming students will have to find their perfect work-life balance, and Ohio University offers many exciting activities throughout the year to contribute to the “life” aspect of that duality. Abby Joyner, a...
Big hits were rare for Sheridan baseball as its district title drought reached 35 years
ATHENS — Another year, another district tournament heartbreak for Sheridan baseball. The Generals' quest to win their first district title since the days of Aqua Net hair spray and stonewashed Levi's will wait at least another year following a 3-1 loss to Washington Court House Miami Trace on Tuesday in a Division II district semifinal at Ohio University's Bob Wren Stadium. ...
Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare celebrates 150 years of serving Ohioans
Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare (ABH) celebrated 150 years of serving the mental health needs of Southeastern Ohio with an open house on Saturday. The event featured speakers, tours, tables manned by the facility’s community partners and a viewing of the Second Annual Recovery Art Exhibit. Former employees were invited to the facility and took tours, enjoyed refreshments and posed for a group photo. In an interview with the Messenger, CEO Elaine...
Athens businesses anticipate incoming freshmen class
There are many local businesses in Athens for incoming Ohio University students to be on the lookout for. From food to clothing, these local businesses help make Athens stand out. The community of Athens thrives off the small businesses, which are great for incoming students to be familiar with during their time at OU.
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