Local
Federal Hocking School District is in search of a new superintendent following board approval of David Hanning’s resignation. Applications for the position will be accepted until June 14 with a projected hiring date of July 16. (Athens Messenger)
COMCorps celebrates their 25th anniversary. Serving seventeen sites with its twenty-three members, the organization is dedicated to serving children and others in Southeast Ohio. (WOUB)
A new mural on the East State Street underpass commemorates a historic Athens children’s home site. Mandi Caskey, the artist behind the mural, brought the vision to life by painting elements that reflect community projects and local events organized by Athens County Children’s Services. (WOUB)
Human remains were recovered from the Hocking River on Saturday, June 1 in Guysville after being found by a group of kayakers. The remains were determined to be that of an adult male, but still have not been identified. (Athens County Sheriff)
On Saturday, June 8, the Coolville Founders Day Festival will celebrate the town’s heritage and community spirit. The festival will kick off with a parade at 10 a.m. and end with a free performance of the DoubleShot band from 5–7 p.m.
State
Ohio libraries are facing challenges due to declining state revenue. Libraries, essential for providing access to information and resources, are struggling financially, impacting their ability to serve communities effectively. (Ohio Capital Journal)
During a four year span, at least 220 people have died behind bars in Ohio jails. Investigations into this concern revealed that jail personnel did not appropriately monitor prisoners at risk of suicide, ignored serious health conditions, and withheld life-saving medicine. (Columbus Dispatch)
Gov. Mike DeWinesigned two bills as a result of the special session he called for. One modifies the state’s 90-day candidate certification deadline to ensure President Biden’s inclusion on the fall ballot, while the other prohibits foreign nationals from contributing to ballot issue campaigns. (WOUB)
