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Radford brush fire burns two acres
Multiple fire companies spent two hours extinguishing the blaze.
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Partial wall collapse threatens historic Nelsonville buildings
The city closed off the eastern side of Nelsonville Public Square and three businesses after part of The Mine Tavern collapsed last week.
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House fires displace eight in Athens
House fires in Athens’ Near East and Westside neighborhoods displaced eight Ohio University students over the weekend.
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City vehicle collides with building; water break ices Terrace Drive
This past weekend’s snowfall created slippery conditions in Athens; the county remains on a Level 2.
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Athens emergency warming center moves to United Campus Ministry
The warming center will be held at UCM this year in partnership with The Gathering Place.
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Highway patrol trooper returns to duty after deadly July crash
The trooper was estimated to be travelling over 120 miles per hour while trying to catch up with a motorist, before he struck a car, killing its occupants.
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Man dies following standoff with police at Beasley Mill (Updated)
Following an hours-long standoff at the Beasley Mill apartment complex, a man suspected of shooting a woman this afternoon is “believed to have taken his own life,” according to Athens Police Department Chief Nick Magruder.
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Copperhead snakes 101: Venom, habitat and first aid
Copperheads, one of Ohio’s three venomous snakes species, serve an important role in the local ecosystem. According to experts, while copperhead bites are almost never fatal, the snakes are best appreciated from a distance.
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Where to find cooling centers in Athens County during June’s extreme heat (Updated)
Extreme heat is underway in the region, with a National Weather Service advisory warning in place until 8 p.m. Thursday, June 26.
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Firefighter safety and solidarity to be prioritized at wellness event
The 2025 Firefighter Safety Stand Down is a national effort to raise awareness of mental health issues, giving emergency responders space to “breathe, heal, and reconnect” among peers.
