Investigation of Hocking College spokesman continues
The probe into spokesman Michael Brown remains open as he stays on paid administrative leave. Brown, hired July 31 as executive director of marketing and public community relations, earned 80000 annually and has been on leave since September 10 2015. The college and legal counsel coordinate with Gina Fetty on the inquiry, awaiting information from WOUB Public Media regarding an interview Brown gave. A separate Title IX review also addresses a September dormitory sexual assault report, with authorities stating the investigation is ongoing. Brown has denied rape charges and claimed rumors and social media drove attention.
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Blackburn
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Ohio Board of Regents
Marietta College
Athens woman brews organic teas for Kroger lineup
Katie Chambers of Athens crafts New Earth Teas using organic ingredients. The six varieties include four Hoji teas such as Hojicha and Hojicha Mint plus two herbal blends Tammy Tanner and Gin Zing. The line now sells in Kroger's local food section.
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Athens
Kroger
Chambers
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Unexpired Lodi Two Trustee Seat On Ballot In November
The Athens County board set a Sept 24 filing deadline for candidacy petitions to fill an unexpired Lodi Two trustee term on the Nov 3 ballot. Trustee David Bircher, 79, died in an ATV crash last week. candidates must be 18 by election day, reside in Lodi Two, and be registered voters.
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Athens
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Ohio wildlife chief resigns after four years in role
Ohio wildlife chief Scott Zody is resigning effective October 2 after four years directing the ODNR wildlife division. He cites difficult battles with lawmakers over deer hunting changes and with the inspector general over alleged on duty hunting, noting limited progress on long term financial stability.
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Inspector General
Scott Zody
Columbus Dispatch
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Randall J. Meyer
Meyer
ODNR
Patton students aid ACE exhibit prep at Ohio Valley Museum
Patton College of Education students volunteered at the Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery in Athens to prepare for the ACE exhibit running September through December. They unpacked giant blocks for Imagination Station, sorted Lego blocks, organized weaving projects, and prepped science and art activities for guests and field trips. The hands-on museum, in The Market on State, is thriving after 10 years existence and five years in its mall space.
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Ohio Valley Museum of Discovery
Ovmod
Cathy Waller
Market On State
Athens
Sara Hartman
Christie Truly
Athens Foundation
Kiwanis Club
Sixth sex offense reported on OU campus since start of semester
Ohio University Police report a sixth sex offense on campus this fall and note five prior incidents since Aug. 29. The log describes unwanted contact by a known individual, with several cases involving alleged rapes and possible alcohol involvement. One city incident occurred Aug. 30 in Athens.
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Ohio University Police Department
Athens
Recycling Schedule for Coolville Troy Two and Guysville
Residents in Coolville and Troy Two areas may drop household recyclables at the Troy Two Garage behind Go-Mart on Brimstone Road the week of Tuesday through Sept 28. In Guysville and Stewart, dropoffs are at Marathon gas station on Saturdays 8 am to 12 pm, last Saturday of each month. Items accepted at no charge include cardboard, newspaper, magazines, glass, aluminum and steel cans, plastics 1-7, and sorted office paper. For information call 740 797 4208.
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Troy Two
Go-Mart
Brimstone Road
Guysville
Stewart
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