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Southeast Ohio swamped by series of thunderstorms (Updated)
The Hocking was expected to crest at 20.6 feet Thursday afternoon. The region remains under a flood watch until Friday evening.
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Appalachian Ohio a target for data centers
Real or rumored, data center developments are the talk of rural communities from Adams County in the south to Coshocton County in the north.
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Wayne fracking permits OK’d despite pending legal dispute
The same environmental assessment at issue in the dispute over the new permits underpins a lease sale planned for September.
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Proposed plastics plant raises local concerns
A Canadian company wants to open its first U.S. location at the Bill Theisen Industrial Park outside The Plains.
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Commissioners adopt anti-data center resolution
The Athens County commissioners have adopted a non-binding resolution to deter data center development in the county.
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County looking for ways to remove log jam on Hocking
A log jam on the Currier Street bike bridge in Athens has local officials worried about damage to the bridge and nearby railroad.
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Burr Oak State Park expects trail completion by end of the year
Completing the Turtle Ridge trail’s northeastern side will join it to the existing southwest half, closing the trail loop.
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Trustees OK yearlong pause on zoning for data center
The Athens Township trustees passed the resolution at a special meeting Saturday morning.
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Behind the scenes of turmoil at the outdoor rec council
A new series explains how a rift grew between Athens Mayor Steve Patterson and the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia.
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Lawmaker, Athens mayor spoke before near-outdoor rec cut
Rep. Kevin Ritter says a talk with Steve Patterson led him to reconsider state funding for the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia.
