The Athens Messenger · Chauncey, OH
ATHENS, Ohio — Two of the three projects Hocking-Athens-Perry County Community Action (HAPCAP) submitted for potential Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding were awarded, Jeff Jenkins, the community development coordinator at HAPCAP, explained.The first of these projects is flood and drainage facility improvements in Chauncey, which will be paid for using a $500,000 critical infrastructure grant.The project is intended to “remediate deficiencies in the village’s storm sewer infrastructure” and will benefit 840 people, according to a press release issued by the state.The second project is to resurface the streets of Trimble, along with installing new sidewalks, curbs and gutters. Trimble will also receive a new playground and basketball court.This project is made possible by a $750,000 neighborhood revitalization grant, benefiting 605 people.
The Post · Athens, OH
Nearby: Athens, OHThe outside of O'Bleness Hospital in Athens, Nov. 2, 2026. NEWS Ohio Senate considers Patient Protection Act Ohio House Bill 324, also known as the Patient Protection Act, is being considered in the Ohio Senate after passing in the Ohio House of Representatives in November 2025. The bill would impose changes to medical services regarding specific drugs. The bill targets specific prescription drugs deemed to have one or more “severe adverse effects” in more than 5% of its users. The effects include death, infection or hemorrhaging causing hospitalization, organ failure and sepsis. If passed, the bill would require patients attend an in-person examination, require providers to notify patients of the side effects and their severity as well as schedule a follow-up appointment. All three requirements must be met before a patient can begin taking the prescribed medication.
The Post · Athens, OH
Nearby: Athens, OHThe construction site of the Bibibop on Court Street, in Athens, Nov. 11, 2026. NEWS Bibibop construction to finish in two months Bibibop Asian Grill is opening an Athens location at 40 S. Court St. GreenHeart Construction Group anticipates finishing construction in one to two months. Bibibop is a fast-casual restaurant chain that serves customizable and healthy Asian cuisine. “We serve real, unprocessed, high-quality food because we believe that well-being can start with a good meal,” the Bibibop website states. “Our Asian restaurant takes care with everything we do to keep that meal affordable for our guests because we also believe that you should not have to pay more to eat healthy food.” According to its website, Bibibop opened its first location in Grandview, and central Ohio has been “home ever since.” There are currently 17 Bibibop locations in the Columbus metropolitan area.
The Athens Messenger · Athens, OH
Nearby: Athens, OHATHENS, Ohio — The Athens County Board of Commissioners unanimously passed a resolution Tuesday honoring Athens County’s veterans.The resolution, coinciding with Veterans Day on Wednesday, recognizes both the “courage, dedication and sacrifice” of individual veterans and the numerous veterans organizations in the county.“Athens County is fortunate to have numerous veterans organizations, service providers and community groups that work tirelessly to support our veterans and their families through advocacy, healthcare, assistance, fellowship and community service,” the resolution read in part.The resolution also encouraged all residents of Athens County to not only observe Veterans Day on Nov.
The Post · Athens, OH
Nearby: Athens, OHThe outside of the Kennedy Art Museum at The Ridges in Athens, Nov. 10, 2026. HUMAN INTEREST Kennedy Museum of Art portrait sketching draws in artists of all levels The Kennedy Museum of Art is hosting a portrait sketching event for experienced sketchers, those looking to learn and everyone in between. Portrait sketching is Nov. 19 from 5:30-7 p.m. at Lin Hall, located at 100 Ridges Circle. The event is free and features two live costumed models. Participants will be led through a series of different sketching techniques, learning how to sketch based on the models' various poses throughout the evening. Mateo Galvano, head of learning and engagement at Kennedy Museum of Art, is in charge of programming for events. He also works in Ohio University's School of Art and Design as a recruitment and retention liaison. Galvano said the practice of sketching a live model is a valuable skill to learn as opposed to sketching based off of a photograph.
The Post · Athens, OH
Nearby: Athens, OHOhio University players start a play at the game against Buffalo, Oct. 26, 2025, at Peden Stadium, in Athens. SPORTS NCAA sues DeWine over new eligibility rules The National Collegiate Athletic Association filed a federal lawsuit against Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine Oct. 16 based on an executive order DeWine made regarding eligibility rules for student athletes. The executive order, signed Oct. 13, allowed eligible 2022 high school graduates to compete in collegiate athletics during the 2026-2027 school year, going against recent NCAA eligibility rule changes. "When the rules change, fairness has to remain part of the equation,” Dewine said in a press release. “We want Ohio's student-athletes to have the same opportunity as student-athletes in other states.” In June, the NCAA adapted their eligibility rules to allow collegiate athletes to play for up to five years.
The Catalyst · Athens, OH
Nearby: Athens, OHColorado College students put on a play that reimagines Shakespeare’s classic, “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” set at an Ohioan Appalachian music festival. Why Ohio, when the original play is set in Athens, Greece? “That’s where a lot of my family is from, and it is where my heart is,” Shannon R. Davis, assistant professor of theatre and dance, said. Davis was the driving force behind bringing the show to life. Davis’ adaptation is set in 2012, which is reflected in the soundtrack. “Rolling in the Deep” by Adele and “Somebody That I Used to Know” by Gotye and Kimbra are two notable picks. Much of the play takes place in a forest. Dana Trummert ‘27 designed a woodsy set, which is beautifully lit in hues of red, green and blue. Before entering Celeste Theater in the Edith Kinney Gaylord Cornerstone Arts Center, CC student Keegan Shouse ‘28 joked, “I heard there’s a dream involved.” Many were excited for the donkey transformation scene, in which Eli Lukens ‘28 plays Nick Bottom.
Logan Daily News · Logan, OH
Nearby: Logan, OHLOGAN — At Logan City Council’s meeting on Tuesday, Mayor Greg Fraunfelter announced that rehabilitation will begin at Mingo Park in 2027, and that the city has about $750,000 to work with.“As soon as possible, we will start on Mingo Park next year,” he said.Later in the meeting, the council spoke more about Mingo Park, saying that a few improvements, such as new fencing, have already been made to the park.Fraunfelter also told the council that there is a possibility of Kachelmacher Park being able to receive $150,000 for upgrades through a grant applied for by county land bank Executive Director Jessica Matheny. The grant, if received, will provide up to $75,000 for upgrades, and will require a match from either the city, the county or both.He also mentioned that the CIC and the city have been working together to put together a package of possible incentives to attract manufacturers.
Logan Daily News · Logan, OH
Nearby: Logan, OHLOGAN — When Pauline Ashbaugh stepped into the banquet room of the Olde Dutch Restaurant in Logan Friday evening, she thought she was there to have dinner with her granddaughter. What she walked into instead was a room full of dozens of friends, family members — and even some people she didn’t know — who were gathered to help her celebrate her 100th birthday.A lifelong resident of Hocking County, Ashbaugh told The Logan Daily News that she graduated from high school in Union Furnace in 1944, and got married in 1945, at which point she and her husband, who is now deceased, moved to Logan.
The Pocahontas Times · Marietta, OH
Nearby: Marietta, OHBarbara Jean Milam Cook, age 89, peacefully passed away Sunday, October 25, 2026, at Harmar Place in Marietta, Ohio, surrounded by her loving family. Born September 29, 1937, in Maple Meadow, she was a daughter of the late Billy and Viva Milam. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved… Read the full story
Monroe County Beacon · Marietta, OH
Nearby: Marietta, OHNov 9, 2026 Janice Rexroad Kindelberger of Marietta, OH, died peacefully in her home on November 9, 2026. She had celebrated her 100th birthday at Putnam Congregational Church surrounded by family and friends on August 23, 2026. Janice was born in Harrisville, WV, the youngest of four children, to Claude B. and Shady S. Huff Rexroad. She was a graduate of Marietta High School and Marietta College (Sigma Kappa sorority). She was married for almost 48 years to Paul Kindelberger of Clarington, OH. Janice was a beloved English teacher and librarian at River High School in Monroe County, OH. After her husband’s death in 2006, she moved back to the Devola community of Marietta, near her childhood home of Cloverdale.
News and Sentinel · Williamstown, WV
Nearby: Williamstown, WVLocal Sports South Harrison stuns Williamstown, 26-20, in first round By Jay W. Bennett November 14, 2026 7 min read Williamstown’s Carter Hoops (2) and Jacob MacIver (58) attempt to bring down South Harrison’s Shepherd Paugh during Friday’s playoff game in Williamstown. (Photo by Nikki Allen) Trending WILLIAMSTOWN -- South Harrison's Shepard Paugh picked the perfect evening to have a career night here Friday in the opening round of the Class AA playoffs as the senior carried 37 times for a career-high 338 yards in the No. 12 Hawks' 26-20 upset of No. 5 Williamstown. The Yellowjackets of head coach Chris Beck, who had defeated the Hawks 40-8 a month ago at Yellowjacket Field, never led in the game as the hosts tried to rally from a 26-7 halftime deficit.