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Local group advocates for natural burial
The Southeast Ohio Natural Burial Working Group encourages local people and governments to consider old-fashioned burials.
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Austin Powder accident could have been ‘catastrophic’
An OSHA investigation found that known safety issues at the Vinton County plant led to the June 2025 chemical release.
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New ‘Fallout 76’ expansion features Southeast Ohio
Players of the just-released game can explore radioactive renditions of Albany, Athens and other local areas.
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Athens artist helms creative projects for all ages across the region
Through work with multiple organizations, artist Jessica Held helps K-12 students and seniors alike explore their creativity.
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Vinton County Airshow to be held Sept. 21, 2025
The annual Vinton County Airshow will be held 12:30 p.m. this Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025 at the Vinton County Airport, 66285 Airport Rd., New Plymouth.
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Environmental group weighing another challenge to fracking in the Wayne
The Bureau of Land Management issued a decision in April that would allow fracking in the Wayne National Forest’s Marietta Unit. No new oil and gas leases have yet been approved.
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Few answers about what went wrong at Austin Powder factory
The company has a history of safety violations, including several at the Vinton County plant that released a cloud of toxic gas last week.
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Chemical spill at Austin Powder factory, parts of Vinton County evacuated (Updated)
The evacuation order was lifted at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday. Modeling showed the plume contained within Vinton County.
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Mid-Ohio Valley group blends religion, politics to affect policy in Ohio and West Virginia
From the Tea Party to Trump, the MOVCAC mixes religion and politics to inform its members’ activism.
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Holiday events in Athens County (and beyond)
With an ever-growing list of annual activities, there’s something for everyone.
