Athens County native shares roots and teaching inspiration
A resident with deep ties to Athens County explains family origins in The Plains and Buchtel areas, upbringing near O'Bleness Hospital, and a decade at his grandparents’ house. He notes his Ohio University Honors Tutorial College history degree, captained the university cheer squad, and his mother’s 35 year tenure as a teacher at Amesville Elementary.
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the Plains
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Ohio University
Athens County
Amesville
Federal Hocking
Family tradition and teachers who inspired a career
I describe a path from childhood helping my grandfather in his greenhouse to becoming a teacher. I admire social studies mentors, feel frustrated by quick policy shifts, and value hands on work like gardening carpentry and remodeling. I love canoeing the Hocking River and value Athens County diversity and culture.
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Lewis and Clark
Food Network
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Memorial Auditorium
Athens County Pride Echoes Through Community Voices
Athens County residents express pride in their region outlining ties to heritage, schools, and local initiatives. Community groups highlight history, culture, and ongoing efforts to support families, education, and local businesses within the county.
Kidfest keeps community focus at 29th annual event
Robin Webb, ACCS community events coordinator, says Kidfest centers on showing children they matter to the future of the community. The event features Rockin Reggie, Athens Area Emergency Personnel, J D Williamson portraits, and interactive games by ComCorps OUHCOM Community Health Programs. Admission is $3 at the door. lineup at the city pages.
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Robin Webb
ACCS
Webb
Rockin’ Reggie
Athens Area
J.D. Williamson
ComCorps
Ouhcom
Former Ohio officer gets 14 years for raping teen
A fired Lima police officer, Justin Bentz, was sentenced to 14 years in prison for raping a 16-year-old girl while off duty. Prosecutors had sought 22 years. The teen testified she repeatedly said no and feared him as Bentz claimed he was unaware of her age.
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LIMA
Justin Bentz
Bentz
Allen Secate
David Cheney
Refiled in appeal case of former sheriff Patrick Kelly
The first reply brief in the appeals case against former Sheriff Patrick Kelly was stricken for exceeding the 10 page limit. A magistrate order notes the March 30 filing had 13 pages plus a title page and uneven line counts. A revised brief was filed Wednesday removing an introductory paragraph and tightening spacing but keeping the same arguments. Kelly remains jailed on a seven year sentence after 17 felonies and one misdemeanor related to his time as sheriff and campaign. He seeks overturning and vacating convictions and sentence, with no timetable yet for a decision or whether oral arguments will be held.
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Fourth District Court of Appeals
Sharon Maerten- Moore
Scott Wood
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Kelly
4Th District Court of Appeals
Glouster man pleads guilty but skips sentencing
Donald Drake, 52, pleaded guilty in Athens County Common Pleas Court last Thursday to four felony counts of burglary and breaking and entering from 2015 and 2016 cases. He was released on his own recognizance with a sentencing date set, but failed to appear, triggering an arrest warrant. Prosecutors say the initial five year joint sentence may be affected by the absence. Drake allegedly entered a Taylor Ridge Road residence and a Red Dog Road garage, plus a Hale's Recycling structure and a Trimble Center Street building to commit thefts.
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Hale
Center Street
Trimble
Lawsuit against OU sorority settles after injury case
Delaney Stengel of Cranberry Two PA sued Ohio University sorority Chi Omega and Tau Alpha over an automatic door injury in 2014. The case, filed in Athens County Common Pleas Court, was dismissed last week as the parties informed the court they had resolved their differences and the defendants agreed to pay court costs.
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Ohio University
Delaney Stengel
Cranberry Two
Pennsylvania
Athens County Common Pleas Court
Stengel
Chi Omega
South College Street
Tau Alpha
Patrick Lang
NumberFest traffic advisories for Route 56 this weekend
Motorists are urged to avoid Route 56 on Saturday as heavy traffic is expected during NumberFest at The Venue. Delays are anticipated 12 to 6 p m with slower movement as attendees travel to and from the event and traffic exiting The Venue to Radford Road. Changes include parking at The Venue, overnight camping, and altered routes off Route 56.
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Radford Road
Two deaths in Ohio duplex investigated as homicides
Scioto County Sheriff says the bodies of 83 year old Bobby Dehart and 62 year old Nancy Culp were found inside a Lucasville duplex after a neighbor’s 911 call. Deputies responded around 10 p.m. Wednesday and the sheriff says both deaths are being treated as homicides.
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Lucasville
Ohio
Scioto County
Marty Donini
Bobby Dehart
Nancy Culp
Gaga pit plan gains village support for August tournament
A Nelsonville York troop proposes a wood gaga pit 24 by 4 feet with sand floor to host a gaga ball tournament at Parade of the Hills. Rocky Brands former CEO Mike Brooks pledged funding, and local businesses are urged to donate materials.
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Rocky Brands
Mike Brooks
Rocky
Nelsonville
York
Nelsonville Aquatic Center
Nelsonville- York
Cory Taylor
Toatte
Village sticks to annexation rule for sewer service
Kirkendall says dropping the annexation requirement isn’t an option under state law as the village enacts rules for sewer service. The EPA permit for the school system was unknown until The Messenger informed officials. An appeal to the Environmental Review Appeals Commission is possible within 30 days. The wellness center plan includes a Holzer Health System doctor’s office and facilities but no gym. Davis says the project would aid the school system and community, potentially freeing space for wrestling.
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EPA
Messenger
Environmental Review Appeals Commission
Holzer Health System
Davis
Bakery switches to solar power in 2010 saves money and carbon
O’Neil says the bakery installed solar rays in 2010, cutting costs and preventing 87 tons of carbon emissions. He emphasizes responsibility to workers, investors, and future generations as the bottom line.
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O'Neil
Albany Ordinance Committee Meeting May 11
ALBANY The village of Albany Ordinance Committee will meet on Wednesday May 11 at 6 p.m. at the Albany Village Council Chambers 5153 Alton St to discuss sewer use regulations.
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Village of Albany
Albany Village Council
Alton St
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