Athens County votes dry in 1908 two-step saloon shutdown
In 1908 Athens city followed by the county voted dry, ending alcohol sales before national prohibition. The Logan Democrat Sentinel notes Athens townships largely backed prohibition, with Glouster and Buchtel as exceptions. The shift reflects early local moral reform and commerce aims. See day on page A6.
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Get Social News Update Call to Join Online Conversation
A brief note invites readers to join the social media conversation with 9,010 followers on Facebook for news updates contests and audience interaction including events and viewer engagement.
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Obituary Brief for Several Residents
Rick Humphrey, 64, of Glouster. Nancy Barber, 77, of New Marshfield. Wanda Calendine, 80, of Kingman. and Thomas McClung, 83, of Parkersburg, West Virginia, are named in a local remembrance.
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ARC Director Visits Nelsonville
Appalachian Regional Commission director Scott Hamilton and Governor’s Office official Jason Wilson toured Nelsonville with local dignitaries. They visited the Public Square, Hocking College, and Stuart’s Opera House, noting Nelsonville’s efforts to create a quality of place.
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Habitat Habitat for Humanity to repair homes in Nelsonville
Habitat for Humanity and Logan Habitat for Humanity will pilot a Critical Home Repair program in Nelsonville and Logan. Pre applications open December 1 to help keep families in their homes and preserve housing stock. The program targets six to eight homes in the next year with broader rollout planned after evaluating income guidelines and outcomes.
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Girlfriends Magazine Debuts in Mid-Ohio Valley
RPG Media of Ohio launched Girlfriends Magazine a women's lifestyle title serving Athens County and the Mid-Ohio Valley. The official unveiling included Ladies Night Out events at Blennerhassett Hotel Parkersburg and Ath ens Uncorked with sold out attendance, wine, food and prizes.
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