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River otters are returning to southeast Ohio after a very long absence
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — “That muddy little bank there, that’s where I first saw ’em,” says Joe Brehm as leads me down a trail along Sunday Creek a few miles north of Glouster in Athens County. Brehm is referring to the river otter tracks he spotted here while on a hike weeks ago. That’s a…
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Reporter shares own experience with leaking gas well
Athens County Independent reporter Dani Kington first noticed a natural gas odor while hiking in the woods near her house in 2020.
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Report finds increase in Ohio oil and gas incidents
The report argues too many oil and gas wells and not enough inspectors are leading to inaccurate records and more accidents.
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Summer floods bring fall mosquitoes
Repeated flooding and high temperatures are driving a boom in the pests — and a higher risk of mosquito-borne illnesses.
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Nonprofit plans community forest in Dover Township
Rising Appalachia needs $1.5 million to buy over half of a planned 845-acre public forest on former Sugar Creek Mine Company land.
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County navigates potential beaver sighting at logjam
The project requires an environmental review to determine if a beaver is actually present, according to the county planner.
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New round of flash flooding hits Southeast Ohio
Weekend storms caused widespread flash flooding across Athens County. More rain is forecast later this week.
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OU addressing international students’ food insecurity
After a survey found 65% of international grad students struggle with food insecurity, an Ohio University task force has recommended action.
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Lobbying firm key to conflict at outdoor rec council
ORCA’s current board chair said ‘real tension’ began with a disputed contract with a lobbying firm closely tied to Athens Mayor Steve Patterson.
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Operator fights to reopen injection wells linked to disaster
DeepRock Disposal Solutions is appealing a suspension by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources after a 2021 accident in Noble County.
