Athens Messenger Contact and Staff Directory 1825 Era
Established 1825 the Athens Messenger lists contact details for newsroom staff including Monica Nieporte president Joe Higgins editor Josh Wilder design editor Jeff Bunch advertising director Ike Weiss production manager and provides email and postal information for readers in Athens Ohio.
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Athensmessenger
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Higgins
Josh Wilder
Jwilder
Jeff Bunch
Bunch
Ike Weiss
Iweiss
Edwards earns a Democrat vote for State Rep race
A longtime Democrat endorses Jay Edwards in the State Representative election. The writer, a former teacher and mother of two, praises Edwards on education policy opposing Common Core and reducing standard tests. They also commend his bipartisan approach and urge voters to support him in November.
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Jay Edwards
Jay
Columbus
Edwards Noncommittal On Policies In District Race
The candidate Jay Edwards claims to be nonpartisan yet avoids clear policy stances on reproductive healthcare and moral lines. Voters question his certainty and transparency while opponents highlight Planned Parenthood links and vague answers from debates and his website.
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Jay Edwards
Edwards
DeLysa Burnier
Jay
Mr. Edwards
Sarah Grace
Planned Parenthood
Former opponent backs Sarah Grace for state rep
A former Democratic primary opponent writes in support of Sarah Grace, praising her Athens community values and direct impact platform for Southeast Ohio. He cites the recent Ohio University candidates forum with Jay Edwards and urges others to vote for Grace on November 8.
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Sarah Grace
Jay Edwards
Ohio University
Sarah
Athens
Jay
Letters to the Editor guidelines for the Messenger
The Messenger invites readers to submit letters up to 400 words signed with name and hometown. Include a phone number for verification. Mail to P O Box 4210 Athens OH 45701 or email jhiggins athensmessenger com. Political emails must be submitted by November 2.
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P.O
Athens
Jhiggins
Athensmessenger.com
Climate shift evidence rises amid political debate and warming trends
The article outlines growing climate data including CO2 around 400 ppm, record heat in 2016, Arctic sea ice decline, accelerating ocean warming, coral die-offs, and longer wildfire seasons. It notes Trump denying climate change while Clinton accepts it and supports the Clean Power Plan, with Supreme Court blocking the plan pending election.
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Donald Trump
Obama
Hillary Clinton
Supreme Court
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Mauna Loa Observatory
Hawaii
NASA
Alberta
Clown fears and safety tips amid nationwide sightings
A columnist discusses eerie clown reports, policing guidance, and the social fear surrounding clowns. The piece layers urban tension, personal encounters, and risky scenarios, urging caution and noting the national election climate as anxiety grows. It mixes urban stereotypes with practical warnings about clowns in public spaces.
Lettuce varieties boost nutrition at Athens Farmers Market
Local Athens Farmers Market offers over a dozen lettuce types grown year round. Darker leaves provide more nutrients including fiber and vitamins A and C. Store lettuce in the refrigerator to keep it fresh and crisp for salad use.
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Athens
Athens Farmers Market Cafe Wraps at Market in Athens OH
The Athens Farmers Market Cafe partners with OU COMCorps and the Washington County Health Department to offer turkey lettuce wraps using romaine and hummus. Market hours are 9 to 12 Wednesdays April to December and Thursdays May to September, plus Saturdays year round at 1000 E State St. SNAP EBT WIC and Senior FMNP tokens available at the Southeast table.
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AmeriCorps
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Athens
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