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Southeast Ohio swamped by series of thunderstorms (Updated)
The Hocking is expected to crest at 20 feet early Thursday morning. The region remains under a flood watch until Friday morning.
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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.
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Local residents speak out against data center
The Athens County Commissioners and Athens Township Trustees said they are considering policies to deter data center development.
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Data center could avoid local review entirely
If a developer buys land in specific parts of Dover Township, only the OEPA and Ohio Department of Commerce would review the project.
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Rainbow Lake Road closure for Monday, July 13, 2026
Rainbow Lake Road will be closed completely for culvert replacement 8 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday, July 13, between the intersections of CR 21-Pleasant Hill Road and CR 69-Chase Road.
