Ponderosa closes Athens location after 30 layoffs
Ponderosa Steakhouse on East State Street in Athens shut its doors Monday, laying off about 30 employees. The Athens franchise, owned by Ervin Campbell, also runs four other Ponderosa outlets in Jackson, Columbus, South Point and Wheelersburg. Company spokeswoman Erin Peacock cited unfavorable economics as the reason for the closure.
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Warrior Dash hurdles Athens County course with 12 obstacles
Thousands of runners tackled a 3.2 mile course at Sunday Creek Raceway in Millfield Athens County on a Saturday event. Mud, barbed wire and climbing walls tested participants as they crossed hills and a series of obstacles including the Great Warrior Wall and Goliath slide with quotes from local observer Bill Black.
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Color Dance Festival Brings Family Fun To Poston Lake
Color Dance Music Festival returns to Poston Lake Music Center for a family friendly weekend of live music, Holi inspired color powder, camping, and kids activities. Families from Columbus and Dayton attended with memories of late night sets, juggling lessons, and a giant slip and slide on the hill. Organizers describe the event as a peaceful celebration of unity through spirituality and music.
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Today’s Forecast Mostly Sunny With Mild Day
The forecast calls for mostly sunny skies today with a high near 78 and a low around 44. Light breezes could accompany the afternoon period as temperatures rise into the upper 70s. No rain is expected, and the evening should remain clear and cool.
Athens valedictorian Zhu crowned top student at Athens High
Zhu, star student at Athens High School, was named valedictorian at awards night while Ashton Horsley earned salutatorian. Zhu led Student Council, French Club, National Honor Society, and more, overseeing peer tutoring and volunteering at a children's museum. She expects pride in a long pursued goal.
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