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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 26, 2015
Page
1
Athens residents observe Memorial Day with a parade along Court and West Union Streets as veterans and families reflect on sacrifice. Martha Carson, a retired veteran, recalls fallen comrades while Michele Dicken wears festive attire to honor her father. Veterans Honor Guard leads the procession.
West Union Street owners whose buildings were damaged in November’s Athens fire will rebuild with a single architect and likely one contractor. The plan aims to simplify logistics on a tight site and keep plan reviews continuous by using one state plan examiner for all structures.
The day's forecast calls for scattered thunderstorms and a high near 83 degrees with a low around 65. City deaths include Leonard Sweyer Jr. 65 of Athens, Donald Roback 66 of Glouster, James McCamish 99 of Alma, Wagoner 77 of Athens, Kevin Stinnett 22, Dawn Reynolds 40 of Stewart, Frances Wills 94 of McArthur. Page references indicate continuation on A2 and B6.
Seventh and eighth grade girls at Athens Middle School created videos for physical education to challenge the phrase throw like a girl. Guided by Anne L Heureux, students acted as directors writers and editors in groups to showcase confidence and strength through backflips football throws skating and wrestling. About 30 videos were produced with aims to inspire girls to be fearless and secure. Makaylee Lowry a wrestling team member reached the state championship. See pages A3 for more.
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