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Ohio restricts transgender rights
Here’s how Athens County schools and healthcare providers are responding.
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Ohio healthcare providers fear DeWine’s ‘draconian’ rules will block gender-affirming care
Concerns include impossible demands for specialists and reporting requirements that would identify trans people
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Ohio moves to restrict transgender healthcare, sports participation
Here’s how legal changes could impact Athens County healthcare and schools.
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Identities of Thanksgiving Day fire victims released
The Brown family is collecting donations to support funeral expenses for Thanksgiving Day fire victims.
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Ohio Overdose Awareness Day marked by local events, remembrances
For Athens resident Laura Gilmore, Ohio Overdose Awareness Day is a time to reflect on loss, destigmatize addiction and share recovery resources.
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Wildfire smoke pollution prompts increased monitoring locally
More smoke is projected to impact Athens County air quality beginning this week.
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The Plains loses its pharmacy
The Rite Aid location in The Plains recently closed, leaving residents without a nearby pharmacy.
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Walk, Talk and Roll highlights accessibility issues
The city of Athens hosted its fifth annual Walk, Talk and Roll event on June 9 to highlight the importance of accessibility in the city.
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Substance use prevention messages light up Glouster
A new electronic messaging board debuted in Glouster this week to promote substance use prevention resources and education along the town’s main thoroughfare.
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New 988 mental health crisis number has slow start in Athens County
Rollout of a nationwide “988” mental health emergency number has been hampered by lack of both funding and public awareness — both around the country and in Athens County.
