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Athens County continues storm damage assessment
Through Friday, the county is evaluating with state and federal agencies to determine the severity of damages from recent flooding.
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Final pre-trial hearing for ex-JFS director postponed
Jean Demosky faces multiple charges over alleged use of tax monies for a private nonprofit she created while in office.
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Parents and kids build skills, community at The Birth Circle
The Birth Circle was founded in 2002 by parents with young children with a mission that endures today.
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Precinct and polling location changes for general election as of Aug. 12, 2026, third release
Notices have been mailed out to all registered voters in these precincts/polling locations.
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Southeast Ohio swamped by series of thunderstorms (Updated)
The Hocking was expected to crest at 20.6 feet Thursday afternoon. The region remains under a flood watch until Friday evening.
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Appalachian Ohio a target for data centers
Real or rumored, data center developments are the talk of rural communities from Adams County in the south to Coshocton County in the north.
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Proposed plastics plant raises local concerns
A Canadian company wants to open its first U.S. location at the Bill Theisen Industrial Park outside The Plains.
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County land bank to negotiate Sharpsburg barn transfer
In efforts to protect a historic barn, the Athens County Land Bank approved measures to temporarily hold the property.
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Commissioners adopt anti-data center resolution
The Athens County commissioners have adopted a non-binding resolution to deter data center development in the county.
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Burr Oak State Park expects trail completion by end of the year
Completing the Turtle Ridge trail’s northeastern side will join it to the existing southwest half, closing the trail loop.
