Ohio University protest at Baker Center ends with sit-in
About 70 people were arrested during a peaceful sit-in at Ohio University's Baker Center after a 4 PM protest against President Trump's travel ban drew roughly 300 demonstrators at the Athens County Courthouse. Speakers including Gabriela Godinez Feregrino urged dialogue as more demonstrators moved between locations and a 7:24 PM address gave a 6 minute deadline to relocate to a room.
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Steering committee moves toward final recommendations to school board
The Athens City School District Facilities Steering Committee advanced toward removing one of three options and likely recommends moving middle schoolers out of the West State Street building. They seek clarification on option one about one PK-5 campus and plan for adjacent buildings. Superintendent Tom Gibbs was absent, and moderator Susan Urano noted steering on page A2.
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Former sheriff appeals to Ohio Supreme Court in 7 year sentence
Former Athens County Sheriff Patrick Kelly, 66, convicted on 18 counts including theft in office and perjury, seeks Supreme Court review after losing an appeal in the 4th District in 2016. He contends the state failed to prove a criminal enterprise and says the case clarifies perjury and corrupt activity definitions.
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