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Former Nelsonville police clerk pleads guilty to database misuse
Former Nelsonville police clerk Jessica Mount says she was inadequately trained by former city officials.
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Officials field complaints over Artifacts Gallery (Updated)
Both the city of Athens and Athens Area Chamber of Commerce received complaints about Artifacts Gallery before and after a January demonstration that led to criminal charges against a supposed patron of the store. Organization against the business, including for the January protest, has largely occurred publicly through social media, particularly on Instagram.
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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.
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Collaboration brings designated bus stop and shelter to Chauncey
Currently, the village is a “hail zone” – people can catch the bus anywhere in Chauncey by waving to catch the attention of the driver.
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Should Southeast Ohio be worried after East Palestine disaster?
The Ohio Governor’s Office says Southeast Ohio appears safe, but the response from independent scientists was mixed.
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Cox turns disability into limitless possibility
When it comes to football, most people want to be a quarterback, running back, wide receiver or even a big defensive player. Many do not ever think about one of the most important players on the team — the kicker. Caden Cox is the first-ever individual with Down syndrome to play college football and score…
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Athens officer who tased teen has history of excessive force allegations
An Athens police officer who tased a 19-year-old fleeing from officers last month has a history of allegations of excessive force.
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Nelsonville opts into opioid settlement
Nelsonville City Council unanimously passed an emergency ordinance Monday night to opt into a nationwide opioid settlement.
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Wolman case ends in guilty plea, fine
ATHENS, Ohio — An Athens woman accused of assaulting a protester in January pleaded guilty to an amended charge in Athens Municipal Court last week. Gabriella Wolman, 36, of Athens, pleaded guilty to an amended charge of disorderly conduct, a minor misdemeanor, on March 8. Wolman also was fined $100 and ordered not to violate…
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Chauncey Public Library to move, expand in next two years
The new Chauncey Library, to be built at 43 Converse St., will be bigger – double or triple the size of the existing library – branch manager Liz Hill said.
