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Bleeding Heart Boutique opens in Uptown Athens
Loud patterns, bright colors and vintage clothing define Bleeding Heart Boutique.
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Rabbit rescue gives hope to county’s pets and people
River Road Rabbit Rescue has aided hundreds of unwanted at-risk bunnies. Founder Suzanne Greif says she needs the community’s help to continue her work.
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Appalachian Cancer Survivor Project heals through art
The Appalachian Cancer Survivor Project is an Athens-based group for cancer survivors, caregivers and more.
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Athens City Council resumes discussions on upcoming waste contract’s end
Athens City Council continues to discuss the approaching end of the current solid waste contract and AHRC’s emergency contract proposal.
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‘Small, fringe’ neo-Nazi group paints Ohio University graffiti wall
Individuals apparently associated with a white nationalist hate group painted OU’s graffiti wall and pasted stickers in Uptown Athens. Experts said the activity does not necessarily mean the group has active members in Athens County, despite an Ohio presence.
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Hemp legalization’s impact on Uptown Athens
A look at the 2018 Farm Bill’s effects on Athens businesses.
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Restaurant in Athens opens doors for individuals with disabilities
ATHENS – Mitzi Lou’s sees the ability, not the disability. Located at 817 W. Union St., in Athens, Ohio, customers can order a variety of subs, wraps, paninis, pizza, soups and side dishes. Each dish is hand-crafted and prepared by dedicated employees with great focus and care. While Mizi Lou’s is a restaurant, it’s also…
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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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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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Appalachian Studies Conference comes to Athens
The conference includes concurrent sessions with panels, roundtable discussions, performances, workshops and paper presentations from over 300 presenters.