House fires displace eight in Athens
House fires in Athens’ Near East and Westside neighborhoods displaced eight Ohio University students over the weekend.
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Washington County deer harvest dropped by over 80% this season
As Southeast Ohio’s deer population rebounds from disease, Ohio may continue hunting restrictions in the region for the 2026–27 season.
House fires displace eight in Athens
House fires in Athens’ Near East and Westside neighborhoods displaced eight Ohio University students over the weekend.
Nelsonville City Council approves 2026 budget
Operating under the charter at city hall, the council received city updates and approved the 2026 budget Tuesday, with a new city manager.
The Athens News ceases print publication
A nearly 50-year mainstay of local media, the one-time alternative newspaper will now be available only online.




