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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 21, 2017

Page

2

Gambian leader Jammeh ousted under regional pressure

After 22 years in power Yahya Jammeh ceded control as ECOWAS led West African troops into Gambia and Adama Barrow was sworn in with U.N. and U.S. backing. Jammeh had vowed only God could remove him and initially challenged the loss before leaving at a negotiated deadline.

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Trump Inauguration Echoes of Contested Victory Across Nation

As Trump and Melania entered the White House, critics questioned his legitimacy and legacy. Protests lined Washington streets while Trump touted crowd support and unity. Spicer forecasted a brief set of orders with broader immigration and security actions to come.

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Descutner Named Interim President at Ohio University

Descutner tells trustees he brings campus experience and strong relationships with faculty staff students and alumni to guide the transition. He credits President McDavis and leaders for a thriving university and pledges to keep operations steady while advancing initiatives. Colleagues praise him as a creative problem solver and great collaborator. He previously led University College helping veterans services and student centers, and supported funds for learning and discovery.

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Yardmaster Building renovation eyed with parking and museum aims

Nelsonville owners plan interior restoration of the Yardmaster Building to be historically accurate. They consider a future vacated lot next door for parking and a possible dog park, with zoning use variances likely. The project depends on securing a commercial tenant as well as floodproofing and tax lien resolutions. The Southeast Ohio History Center in Athens opens this year, affecting local historical plans.

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Mary Louise Rupe 91 Coolville obituary notice

Mary Louise Rupe 91 of Coolville died January 19 2017 at Arcadia Valley. Born June 15 1925 in Coolville she was a graduate of Carthage Troy High School class of 1943 and longtime church member in Belpre Nazarene and Faith Chapel. She is survived by two sons four grandchildren and four great grandchildren and was preceded in death by her husband George Rupe. Visitation January 21 5 to 8 p.m. at White Schwarzel Funeral Home Coolville funeral January 22 1 p.m. officiated by Michael Rupe. Burial in Coolville Cemetery.

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York Two trustees elect officers at meeting

The York Two Board of Trustees re-elected Tim Warren as president and Bill Mellinger as vice president at its 2017 organizational meeting. Regular meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Township Building on 15255 Elm Rock Road. The 2016 financial report is complete and can be viewed by calling fiscal officer Jane Ann Edwards at 753-3304.

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Albany Zoning Committee to Meet About Regulations

Albany Village Zoning Committee will hold a meeting on Wednesday January 25 at 6 30 p m in council chambers 5153 Alton Street to discuss zoning regulations.

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Albany 2016 financial report viewing hours published

Albany residents can view the 2016 annual financial report at the Village Office 5153 Alton St from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to noon on Friday. The notice lists viewing times and location for public access.

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Obituary Archive Notice Encourages Online View

The Athens Messenger directs readers to its website athensmessenger.com to view the full archive of obituaries with a prompt to click on the obituaries section for access.

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Suspicious vehicle report ends with driver collecting cans

Athens County deputies logged three incidents on January 19. A driver was found collecting cans along Route 691. On Lemaster Road a key stolen report yielded no further thefts or evidence after vehicle compartments were searched. A trespasser on Bean Hollow Road could not be located.

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Ohio Lottery Friday Picks Reveal Numbers

Friday picks include Day Pick 3 5 7 1 Day Pick 4 1 3 7 9 Night Pick 3 2 6 5 Night Pick 4 1 5 6 9 Cash 5 3 7 13 27 32

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