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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 2017
Page
1
Report describes a fictional rope rescue where a man rappelling behind The Market On State Hill falls and is found unconscious partway down. Athens Fire Department crews respond with Lt. Matt Hull and Firefighter Matt Shinn directing a top of hill rescue operation.
Athens County Prosecutor seeks Megan’s Law sex offender registration for Bradley E. Jack, 44, who was released in June after serving about 20 years. Jack was convicted in 1996 on three felonies including aggravated burglary with a weapons spec and corruption of a minor, with a 1997 sexual conduct charge.
A compact briefing highlights community editorial notes and sports blips from the local section. Highlights include civic commentary and brief game outcomes, naming local teams and venues with minimal detail.
National brief reports a defendant accused of abusing six underage women as wives faces a lengthy prison term. Sentencing ranges from 21 to 27 months for related sexting offenses, with total penalties reaching up to 87 years. The case highlights ongoing concerns over child exploitation and online abuse.
Athens County plans a land bank formation as part of a city initiative to combat blight. County Treasurer Bill Bias notes most Ohio counties have land banks and approval from the Athens County Commissioners is needed. The nonprofit would manage funds to acquire long vacant properties.
Students faculty and Athens residents debated changes to Ohio University's interim Freedom of Expression policy. The Messenger reports the policy approved by university administrators bans demonstrations sit-ins picketing and other forms of expression for the school year as a temporary step while comments and recommendations are incorporated.
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