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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 2015

Page

2

Hannah and Abigail's Power Promise Library Opens for Summer Readings

Deb Tobin reports on Hannah and Abigail opening a backyard library and candy store to help local children read during summer. The venture, inspired by a Disney Junior campaign, transforms an outdoor playhouse into a library with about 200 donated books, story time, movie nights, and free bookmarks. Donations fund candy supplies, and hours depend on family schedule with daily morning openings.

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Bear attack at Hazel Creek park injures teen and forces campsite closures

Alexander recalls a bear pulling his son from a tent at night near Fantana Lake in the Hazel Creek area. He fought the animal with rocks, applied compresses, and they hiked five miles to reach help. The teen sustained head lacerations and other injuries and was flown to Mission Hospital in Asheville. Rangers closed trails and cleared campers as the bear activity prompted an emergency response. Gabriel, a student at Federal Hocking High School, and his family recently relocated to Athens.

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Board places Young on leave amid investigation at SGU

The district placed Eric Young on paid administrative leave after removing access and personal effects. A June 23 committee will review conduct, with a 30 day window for a public report. Maryalice Turner will serve as acting superintendent during licensure efforts.

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Robbery Cases Under Investigation by Meigs County Sheriff

Major Scott Trussell says the Meigs County Sheriff's Office is pursuing leads from three robberies with no injuries reported. The public is urged to contact the investigating agency with any information.

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Inside help eyed in Dannemora prison breakout

Investigators questioned prison workers and outside contractors to determine who aided killers David Sweat and Richard Matt in obtaining power tools for the audacious escape from Clinton Correctional Facility. A large manhunt continued as authorities warned the men could be anywhere near the border, with residents anxious and officials withholding details.

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