Athens hosts inaugural Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
More than 1,550 walkers and runners gathered in Athens for the first ever Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure. Honorary chairwoman Nicole Phillips shared her battle with stage 2 invasive lobular carcinoma and celebrated being cancer free on her 15th wedding anniversary. Her daughter Jordan raised over $4,000 by selling drinks to fund mammograms, aiding early detection and lives saved. OU’s College of Health Sciences and Professions helped organize the event to emphasize early detection in breast cancer.
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Page A2 reports Kenneth Weaver aged 89 of Nelsonville Rolland Chalfant Sr aged 66 of Trimble and Robin McGatha aged 57 of Rockbridge in a society feature. Weather shows showers with a high of 57 and low of 51 on the day. Page A5 includes comics and community notes. Sports section Vol. 110 No. 290.
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Trimble
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Rockbridge
Pumpkin Fest at Dairy Barn transforms venue into pumpkin barn
The Dairy Barn Arts Center hosted Pumpkin Fest with pumpkins from Chester Hill Produce Auction, carving, staining, and crafts for families. Volunteers from Rural Action aided kids in pumpkin carving and composting efforts. Hay rides, stained glass pumpkins, cotton ball ghosts, and a two horse wagon added to the day as Athens County families enjoyed a free event now in its tenth year, a gift from the center.
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Timothy House Shelter Changes In Athens Step Up Referrals
Good Works, owner of Timothy House since 1984, now requires a phone referral and a face to face meeting before sheltering in Athens. Referrals accepted 8 am to midnight. clients with substance abuse must commit to a recovery program.
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