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Visiting historian gives presentation about Tarhe and the War with Tecumseh

Visiting historian gives presentation about Tarhe and the War with Tecumseh

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On Thursday, the Southeast Ohio History Center hosted a presentation about the Wyandot leader Tarhe.See the Story

Ohio University receives accolades for its support of student veterans

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Ohio University receives accolades for its support of student veterans

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Ohio University has been recognized by Military Times as one of the Buckeye State’s best colleges for veterans.See the Story

Softball Releases 2026 Schedule

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Softball Releases 2026 Schedule

Ahead of the much anticipated 2026 season, Carolina softball head coach Megan Smith Lyon announced the schedule.See the Story

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Visiting historian gives presentation about Tarhe and the War with Tecumseh

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On Thursday, the Southeast Ohio History Center hosted a presentation about the Wyandot leader Tarhe.War · Athens See the Story

Kenneth H. Johnson appointed vice president of health affairs at Ohio University

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ATHENS, Ohio – Ohio University President Lori Stewart Gonzalez has announced the promotion of Kenneth H. Johnson, D.O., FAAO to vice president of health affairs and senior strategist for health partnerships.Athens, Ohio · Athens Read Article

Ohio University receives accolades for its support of student veterans

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Ohio University has been recognized by Military Times as one of the Buckeye State’s best colleges for veterans.Higher Education · Athens See the Story

East State Street road closure Tuesday morning

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ATHENS, Ohio — The City of Athens announced Thursday that a portion of East State Street will be closed Tuesday morning.Athens, Ohio · Athens Read Article

Robert "Bob" Watkins Jr.

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Athens, OH - Robert “Bob” Watkins, 79, of Athens passed away December 8, 2025 in Marietta, OH. Robert was born on April 17, 1946 in Santa Fe, NM. He moved to the Columbus area with his family as a child.…Athens, Ohio · Athens Read Article

Ohio ranks 19th, Bangura named HERO Sports Third Team All-American

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Following a career season for redshirt senior Sieh Bangura, HERO Sports selected the running back as a Group of Five Third Team All-American. Additionally, Ohio football ranked 19th and was one of four Mid-American Conference teams in HERO's Group of…Athens, Ohio · Athens See the Story

Melvin Oxley – Athens County Independent

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ATHENS, Ohio –– Melvin Clarence Oxley, age 78, of Athens died late Thursday evening, December 11, 2025, at The Laurels of Athens. Born in Athens September 10, 1947, he was the son of the late Aubrey Clarence Oxley and Ellen McCune Oxley. A 1965 graduate of Athens High School, he retired from the City of Athens Street Department after several years of service. He attended the former Athens Church of God. He enjoyed auctions, yard sales, country…Athens, Ohio · Athens Read Article

Softball Releases 2026 Schedule

Ahead of the much anticipated 2026 season, Carolina softball head coach Megan Smith Lyon announced the schedule.Athens, Ohio · Athens See the Story

Ohio Women’s Basketball Travels to Radford for Road Matchup on Saturday - Ohio University

ATHENS, Ohio – The Ohio women's basketball team (4-3, 0-0 MAC) is set to travel to Radford (6-5, 0-0 BIG SOUTH) for a nonconference matchup on Saturday, Dec. 13. Tip-off is set for 3 p.m. ET and the game will be available to watch on ESPN+.Basketball · Athens Read Article

Temporary shelter ordinance moves closer to final passage – Athens County Independent

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Athens City Council Debbie Walker, center, was caught between President Sam Crowl, left, and member Alan Swank, 4th Ward, as they sparred over Swank’s use of a May meeting video at council’s meeting on Dec. 8, 2025. Screenshot from livestream, City of Athens, YouTube. ATHENS, Ohio — At Athens City Council’s meeting Monday night, second reading of an ordinance to allow temporary shelters in R-3 and B-3 zones drew strenuous objections from one cou…Athens, Ohio · Athens Read Article