Just a bunch of superheroes run for charity in Athens
About 50 runners gathered at West State Park for a 3.2 mile Superhero 5K benefiting Athens CASA/GAL. Terrence Smith, known as Iron Man, and Patty and Claire Debruin led teams supporting foster children, with CASA/GAL Executive Director Jenny Stotts stressing ordinary people doing extraordinary work for 60 children awaiting advocates.
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Homeless man charged with four meth felonies in Athens
Glen Rutter II, 37, listed homeless, is jailed on a $50,000 bond after Athens police found methamphetamine and an active meth lab in his car at West State Street Ball Fields. He faces four Class felonies including manufacturing meth and possession of manufacturing chemicals, tools, and aggravated drugs with a juvenile present. A preliminary hearing is set for July 5 at 2 p.m.
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New Ohio schools chief gathers ideas for education strategy
Ohio's new public schools chief Paolo De Maria aims to craft a sweeping plan under the federal Every Student Succeeds Act. He will gather wide input to shape a statewide education strategy while overseeing charter school concerns and past governance issues.
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ATV Accident Claims Life of Pomeroy Man
Meigs County Sheriff reports 47 year old Ron Allen Capehart died Saturday after his ATV crashed on his Union Avenue property in Pomeroy. His son found him trapped beneath the wrecked vehicle at 3:49 p.m. while he had gone to check on a calving cow and fence lines after rain. Deputies were assisted by the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Meigs County EMS and Pomeroy Fire Department.
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Toledo man sentenced for teen smuggling and virtual slave labor
Aroldo Castillo-Serrano received a bit over 15 years in federal prison for smuggling teens into the United States and forcing them to work as virtual slaves on an Ohio egg farm. He pled guilty, lied to lure victims from Guatemala, and will be deported after serving his sentence. Victims reportedly included family members and boys as young as 14.
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Top stories from Athens Messenger June 2026 list
Inmate walks off job site in Logan. Athens business owner sues city. Body found at Meigs County rock pit. Albany man dies in motorcycle accident. Coolville commemorates state champion. Sweet new bakery opens on West Union Street. Crash-N-Bash demolition events crumble cars, thrill audience. Talented cast of athletes instruct youth football campers. Learning Center for Athens area students with autism under consideration. Glousterman sentenced to 10 years in prison.
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Nelsonville crossing at Polley Field to close for repairs
The Watkins Street crossing by Polley Field Park in Nelsonville will be closed for about one to two weeks starting July 11 for repairs. It will be open to foot traffic. In Athens, West State Street between Shafer and Miller will close Tuesday June 28 from 8 a.m. until the water main work is finished, with no through traffic allowed.
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