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OU responds to coach’s wrongful termination lawsuit
Lawyers for OU and former football coach Brian Smith will square off in the Ohio Court of Claims in December 2027.
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Former ‘Taco Bell dog’ finds forever home
After eluding capture and winning hearts on social media, Wilson has settled into a quiet life with his adoptive family.
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Nelsonville remains a judicial hot potato
The Fourth District Court of Appeals has tossed the question of Nelsonville’s rightful government back to another court.
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Best movies of 2026, so far
Reviewing the top five films of 2026, including some recent summer releases.
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Alexander PTO supports playground accessibility
This parent-teacher organization goes beyond book fairs and ice cream socials — it constructed a $1 million adaptive playground.
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Don’t wait to talk about hernias, experts say
Most hernias aren’t serious, but most will require surgical repair eventually since they tend to enlarge and worsen over time.
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Nelsonville Music Festival stays fresh in 20th year
The three-day fundraising event welcomed new and established acts to Snow Fork Event Center.
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Athens Drag Collective promotes accessibility, diversity
Students at Ohio University are shaping a new era of drag performance through their inclusive club.
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Livestock farmers share best practices at grazing council
The Athens Grazing Council is designed to help connect and educate farmers through pasture walks and site visits.
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Sounds of summer 2026: Live music in Athens County
Explore Athens County’s music scene this summer with our 2026 round-up.
