Friday, December 20th, 2024
Good morning, Athens. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Athens city administration faced criticism for not consulting the Shade Tree Commission before removing a blue spruce for the Uptown Christmas tree decoration. Athens County Independent
- ➤ An editorial in Athens, Ohio, criticizes the lack of corporate accountability for maintenance in the WalMart/Planet Fitness parking lot, leading to vehicle damage. Athens County Independent
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Athens, Ohio, could see public employees held accountable for a nearly $722,000 loss to an email scam, in light of state guidance on preventing such frauds. Athens County Independent
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kelsey Funk of OhioHealth emphasizes the challenge of grieving during the holidays, advocating for self-care, modified traditions, and emotional support. Athens County Independent
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ohio's men's basketball team achieved a decisive 78-58 home victory over Austin Peay, led by remarkable performances from AJ Clayton and Jackson Paveletzke. WOUB Public Media
- ➤ The Ohio Bobcats aim for a historic 11th win and a sixth consecutive bowl victory in the Cure Bowl against Jacksonville State, marking a clash between two conference champions. WOUB Public Media
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