Gun shop owner deflects hero label in Logan case
Logan gun shop owner John Downs says he simply did what anyone would do by declining to sell a firearm to James Howard, later charged with aggravated burglary in Athens County. Downs recalls Howard visiting March 21 seeking a gun and notes a sensed off feeling about the young man and his behavior. The incident ties to Howard’s broader actions including an Athens rifle purchase and alleged campus trouble. SEE GUN ON PAGE AS.
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Athens Eyes Grant for Bigger Curbside Recyclers
Athens plans to seek a grant from The Recycling Partnership to provide residents with larger curbside recycling containers as single stream service begins. Mayor Steve Patterson leads the push though several council members question container size.
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Thomas Lowsey Recalled From Long Bottom Page
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Grant funds approved to upgrade Dairy Barn Arts Center
Athens County Commissioners accepted a $250,000 grant from the Ohio Development Services Agency for the Dairy Barn Arts Center. The project, estimated at $315,176, will add ceramic, fiber, and digital studios plus gallery renovations on the second floor, with a $65,176 local match and bids to be issued as work begins.
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State report cards spark district caution over accuracy
Athens County superintendents warn that the new state report cards do not fully reflect district performance. Alexander Local Schools shows mixed results with a high Progress score but lower Gap Closing indicators and concerns over PARCC AIR data and testing changes.
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