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Drought relief funds pose challenge for local farmers
USDA drought relief funds have helped some Athens County farmers but have left some specialty growers behind
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Jackie O’s is selling its farm
Barrel Ridge Farm has been a key part of the Athens business for many years.
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Burrowing pest threatens area pawpaws
An infestation of ambrosia beetles has killed half the pawpaw trees at Integration Acres’ orchard, taking advantage of several years of environmental stress.
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As region enters ‘exceptional drought,’ rain loss may be ‘unrecoverable’
The U.S. Drought Monitor upgraded Athens County to its most severe drought category, as the area bakes under extreme heat.
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Athens dispensaries open for recreational marijuana
Consumers 21+ may now purchase recreational marijuana from two dispensaries in Athens.
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Regional farms suffer from summer drought
With record heat and rainfall at half of normal in some areas, farmers face financial pressure as they try to keep livestock and crops watered.
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Development company to acquire historic Nelsonville building
Black Diamond Development Company, LLC has announced its newest project: the restoration of Nelsonville’s historic Fraternal Order of the Eagles building.
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Radio station changes continue as Athens loses third DJ
DJ Barticus’s departure marks the third loss of a local DJ on the airwaves within the year.
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Norway family continues The Mine Tavern’s community legacy
The Mine Tavern, one of Ohio’s oldest operating bars, may be under new ownership, but it continues as a beacon of community in Nelsonville.
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The Plains loses its pharmacy
The Rite Aid location in The Plains recently closed, leaving residents without a nearby pharmacy.
