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Richland Avenue closure impacts local businesses
Construction for a city sewer improvement project continues through Sept. 10 and has prompted business owners to speak out.
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Athens council talks flood mitigation plans
Business and homeowners told members of Athens City Council how flooding has affected their lives.
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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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Mayor: We’re taking action after Aug. 11 floods in Athens
On Monday, Mayor Steve Patterson explained how his administration is responding to last week’s flooding.
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Severe flooding raises overdose risk in Appalachia, study finds
Researchers say that rural flooding can weaken support systems that have taken years to build — just when residents need support the most.
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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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Nonprofits, governments cleaning up Trimble floodplain
Repairing floodplains has benefits both for economic development and ecology, showcased by collaborations in Trimble.
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Photo Gallery: Flooding across Athens County
Heavy rains led to flooding around the county last week.
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What to know about this weekend’s flooding and road closures
The Hocking River is currently forecast to reach peak flood stage at 2 a.m. Monday morning.
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Out of harm’s way: Building to comply with floodplain regulation
Ohio University and the city of Athens planned construction projects with updated flood maps in mind, years before the new maps were released.
