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Autistic residents in Southeast Ohio lack support, advocates say
Parents in Southeast Ohio seeking an autism diagnosis for their child are primarily referred to providers in Columbus.
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Gender-affirming fest offers various resources
Now in its fourth year, the Equitas Health event invites community members and allies to come together.
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Four confirmed measles cases in Meigs County
The Meigs County Health Department is tracking four confirmed measles cases. No cases have been reported in Athens County.
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Where SNAP beneficiaries can get food (Updated)
Food pantries, community dinners and take-home meals are available across the county, seven days a week.
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Vaccines available locally for COVID, flu, RSV
With respiratory disease season on the horizon, here’s how to get vaccines in Athens County this fall.
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Ohio among five states hit hardest by clawback of CDC grants
The state department of health, universities and health departments — including Jackson County — lost a total of $2.8 million.
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Planned Parenthood Medicaid funding cuts would be big hit to Athens clinic
A quarter of Athens Planned Parenthood patients rely on Medicaid coverage for their visits.
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Stewart Farmers Market starts a new tradition in Rome Township
The Monday market will be held through fall at the Federal Valley Resource Center, allowing residents to buy homemade and homegrown goods without traveling to Athens.
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Ticks and tick-borne illnesses pose increasing risk to Athens County
Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and other tick-borne illnesses infect more Ohioans every year.
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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.
