ODOT ramps up Winter Readiness across Ohio
ODOT launches Winter Readiness with four focus areas including people equipment materials and weather. Mechanics perform extensive 150 point inspections and bring in outside technicians for fresh eyes while public use via OHGO app tracks conditions and alerts. Last winter seven million miles were plowed or pre treated and drivers were urged to slow for plows.
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Athens memory highlights from 1966 76 86 96 editions
Chronological Athens Messenger snippets report OU Bobcats lose to Miami 33 13 at Peden Stadium in 1966. Ads note 19 inch color TV for 409 95 and Gumby toys at Luckoffs plus Halloween gear. 1976 block party at Baker Center sponsored by OU with beer, two bands. 1986 feature profiles Lulu Williams aging 105. 1996 walkers environmental awareness. Live on Court building becomes local landmark. OU hockey 6 0 vs North Dakota State with 99 minutes penalties.
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Monitor for police reform hired after fatal stop
The University of Cincinnati hired Exiger, a New York firm, as outside monitor for three years to oversee police reform following the 2015 fatal shooting of Sam DuBose by officer Ray Tensing. Trustees approved a policing standards policy to guide reforms amid national scrutiny of police use of force.
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Rocky Brands lands contract for hot weather combat boots
Nelsonville firm Rocky Brands announces a one year contract to produce hot weather combat boots for the U S military with four one year options and a maximum annual value of 20 million dollars. Interim CEO Mike Brooks says military sales are a key growth driver and the company expanded its Puerto Rico facility to meet rising demand. Fulfillment is expected in the first half of 2017.
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Electronics recycling drive set for October 29 in Athens
EcoTech Systems Management will host an electronics recycling drive on Saturday October 29 at the Athens Recreation Center. The event aims to raise awareness about the dangers of improper e waste disposal. Laptops smartphones TVs and computers will be accepted and attendees can learn about e waste dangers and how to help solve the problem.
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Thanksgiving Food Drive Seeks Donations in Athens Ohio
A Thanksgiving Food Drive for local residents runs at Fairfield Inn and Suites Athens through November 21. Drop off items at 924 E State St or request pickup by calling Melissa Bailes at 740-589-5839. Items needed include canned vegetables gravy boxed potatoes fruit pie crust soup broth pumpkin pie filling stuffing mix cranberry sauce yams muffin mix evaporated milk sugar flour spices Bisquick and $25 grocery gift cards for frozen turkey.
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Ohio public universities push to raise degree attainment
Ohio University and its public four year peers unveil broad efforts to boost efficiency affordability and completion. President McDavis cites a 65 percent attainment goal by 2025 requiring 1.7 million more credentials while noting current rates and funding gaps.
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Athens zoning board to hold nov 8 meeting on distillery variances
The Athens Board of Zoning Appeals will meet November 8 at 7 p.m. in City Hall to consider variances for a proposed distillery at 237 West State Street. The Messenger reported a wrong date previously.
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