The Athens NEWS
The Athens NEWS is a twice-weekly alternative newspaper serving Athens and Athens County, Ohio. Established in 1977, The Athens NEWS has the largest circulation of any newspaper in Athens County. Known for its in-depth local news reporting, The Athens NEWS...
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Contact for Reprint Rights
- Market Served: Metropolitan Area
- Address: 14 N. Court St., Athens, OH 45701-2429
- Phone: (740) 594-8219
More by The Athens NEWS
Addiction and Recoverynew
When the impossible becomes possible.
The Athens NEWS |
David DeWitt |
11-12-2015 |
Drugs
Former Athens Sheriff Gets 7 Years for Racketeering, Theft, Perjurynew
Supporters of former Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly applauded him as he was led handcuffed from the courtroom after being sentenced to seven years in prison on 18 felony counts early Friday afternoon.
The Athens NEWS |
David DeWitt |
03-20-2015 |
Crime & Justice
Drug Convictions Rise in Athens, Ohionew
Former Athens County Sheriff Pat Kelly was convicted and jailed in February on 18 felonies related to theft. His supporters have continued to argue that Kelly had outperformed other sheriffs, past and present, in the fight against drugs. The stats tell a different story.
The Athens NEWS |
David DeWitt |
03-13-2015 |
Drugs
Southeast Ohio Scrambles to Get Ready for Fracking Boomnew
In Ohio's Athens County, the issue of "fracking" for oil and gas just keeps on getting hotter.
The Athens NEWS |
David DeWitt |
03-05-2012 |
Energy
Dispatches from the Ivory Trailer: Doubling Down on Hopenew
The best recipe for times like these probably includes a goodly portion of realism along with a heapin’ helping of community. And if you’re going to take a chance, make a bet that’s sure to pay off: Doubling down on decency, doubling down on hope.
The Athens NEWS |
Matt Zuefle |
04-16-2010 |
Education
