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Investigation continues in fatal crashes

Authorities are still investigating two separate automobile accidents Thursday in which a total of four people died, including an Athens woman and three Alexander High School students.

Saturday, July 4, 2009 9:24 AM EDT

Athens city auditor considering making bid for county post

Athens City Auditor Kathy Hecht has announced that she’s strongly considering running for Athens County auditor, the position currently held by Republican Jill Thompson.

Saturday, July 4, 2009 9:24 AM EDT

Man appeals jury verdict, cites errors by trial court

What started as a routine traffic stop in January of 1998 has developed into a lawsuit between a Nelsonville man and a sheriff’s lieutenant that has been battled for more than a decade. The argument continues with an appeal filed recently with the 4th District Court of Appeals.

Saturday, July 4, 2009 9:24 AM EDT

Competition to bring young, old bowhunters to Hocking College

NELSONVILLE — More than 1,000 competitors of all ages and with varying degrees of skill will converge on Hocking College’s campus next weekend for the third leg of the Triple Crown of Bowhunting. The activity includes two shoots, which will be held simultaneously.

Saturday, July 4, 2009 9:24 AM EDT

Fireworks parking restrictions

NELSONVILLE — A traffic control plan for tonight’s Thunder in the Valley fireworks display has been put together by Nelsonville and Hocking College police. The fireworks show is being held on the college campus in Nelsonville.

Saturday, July 4, 2009 9:24 AM EDT

Man accused of scalding toddler gets jail sentence

An Athens man set to go to trial this coming Tuesday on an accusation he scalded a toddler with hot water pleaded guilty to two felonies on Thursday.

Friday, July 3, 2009 8:58 AM EDT

Actress, BBQ truck operator 'Adam'ant about good ribs

Her barbecue is good enough to sell, and that’s just what she does.

Saturday, July 4, 2009 10:05 AM EDT

Two top jobs being rolled into just one

NELSONVILLE — A top administrator at Hocking College has not had her contract renewed by the college, and another will also lose her current position as the two jobs are combined.

Friday, July 3, 2009 8:58 AM EDT

Gwinn request denied; commission sends case back to Warren

The Ohio Elections Commission has rejected a request by Susan Gwinn to have her case referred to the Franklin County prosecutor.

Friday, July 3, 2009 8:58 AM EDT

Factory Road crash kills three teens

ALBANY — Three area teens were killed Thursday afternoon when their car slid into a tree off Factory Road in Albany.

Thursday, July 2, 2009 10:10 PM EDT

Rocky Brands starting endowment

NELSONVILLE — Rocky Brands Inc. of Nelsonville is launching an employee-funded endowment that will provide grants to educational and cultural organizations in the area.

Thursday, July 2, 2009 12:05 PM EDT

County commissioners approached about affirmative action plan

The Athens County Commissioners were approached this week about implementing an affirmative action plan for county government.

Thursday, July 2, 2009 12:05 PM EDT

Mayor thinks signs are blown out of proportion

The Athens Planning Commission voted Wednesday to recommend that city code allow larger realty signs in the city, much to the consternation of Mayor Paul Wiehl.

Thursday, July 2, 2009 8:47 AM EDT

Meigs plant would gain big from amendment

LETART FALLS — An amendment to the state workers’ compensation budget could save American Municipal Power-Ohio $20 million or more in construction costs at its proposed Meigs County power plant.

Thursday, July 2, 2009 8:47 AM EDT

Two injured in Route 691 crash

Two Nelsonville residents suffered injuries as the result of a car accident that took place Tuesday night on Route 691.

Thursday, July 2, 2009 8:47 AM EDT

Millfield woman gets nearly five years

A Millfield woman has pleaded guilty to charges in Athens County Common Pleas Court and was sentenced to almost five years in prison.

Thursday, July 2, 2009 8:47 AM EDT

City looking at options to adopt sun-friendly plan

The city of Athens is looking at potential options to help make solar panels more affordable for residents, including seeking federal stimulus funds.

Thursday, July 2, 2009 8:47 AM EDT
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