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Referee John Conley tries to follow the action as Harlem Globetrotter Curley "Boo" Johnson juggles three basketballs before the start of last night's game between the Globetrotters and the New York Nationals. The game, which ended in a lopsided victory for Harlem, brought old and young to The Convo for over two hours of basketball and humorous entertainment.
Employees avert strike
THE POST
Two bargaining units of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees approved a contract agreement Tuesday offered by Athens City Schools.
School board members began negotiations Friday concerning renewal of wage contracts for AFSCME employees, heading off an impending strike.
Man's death remains mystery
Jenny Applegate
THE POST
Preliminary autopsy returns have not ruled out suicide as a possible cause of death of a Jacksonville man, whose body was found Sunday, Athens County Sheriff David Redecker said yesterday.
Sheriff's deputies found the body of Robert J. Kuhne of 42 S. Sixth St. and a gun in his bedroom after receiving an emergency call. He had a single 9 mm gunshot wound to the chest, according to a department news release.
First Republicans reject articles of impeachment
AP
WASHINGTON (AP) - Two Republican senators declared yesterday they would vote to acquit President Clinton of both articles of impeachment, the clearest sign yet as the trial neared an end that charges would fall far short of conviction.
Sens. James Jeffords of Vermont and Arlen Specter of Pennsylvania were the first Republicans to announce opposition to both articles, perjury and obstruction of justice.
Tax legislation offered
by Nick Kowalczyk
THE POST
State Sen. Jay Hottinger, R-Newark, and Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Urbana, have introduced legislation to the General Assembly that could make it more difficult for the state government to create new taxes or raise taxes.
The Taxpayer Protection Amendment to the Ohio Constitution would require a supermajority vote of Ohio legislators to pass any state-imposed tax legislation. A supermajority is a vote higher than the normal 50 percent majority needed to pass legislation.
City gives options
by Brian Minges
THE POST
Several ways to throw away porch couches are being offered to residents who need to dispose of them as the revised housing code indicates.
Athens City Councilwoman Nancy Bain, D-3rd Ward, has proposed holding a couch roundup, which would allow residents to dispose of porch couches for free. Bain said she wants to see the roundup begin March 1 and last at least two weeks.
State owes county money
by Emily Pawlosky
THE POST
Athens County Commissioners signed a resolution Tuesday asking Ohio Gov. Bob Taft and the Ohio General Assembly to allocate money in the biennial budget for two services commissioners say the state is obligated to pay.
The commissioners said the state has not been paying 50 percent of the salaries for lawyers who defend indigents.
EPA regulation to prevent gas leaks passes
by Renee Knight
THE POST
With new federal underground storage tank regulations taking effect, privately owned U.S. gas stations have taken a hit to their pocketbooks causing some to shut down.
On Dec. 22, 1988, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency gave underground storage tank operators 10 years to upgrade their systems. Operators not meeting the 1998 deadline could face stiff penalties, including loss of their tanks.
Tax breaks cost OU but assist students through scholarships
by Brent Hartke
THE POST
With new federal underground storage tank regulations taking effect, privately owned U.S. gas stations have taken a hit to their pocketbooks causing some to shut down.
On Dec. 22, 1988, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency gave underground storage tank operators 10 years to upgrade their systems. Operators not meeting the 1998 deadline could face stiff penalties, including loss of their tanks.
Community schools: A new trend
by Kristin Gordon
THE POST
Educators, administrators, parents and students who are searching for public education options might get their questions answered with a new concept: community schools.
For a group of Athens parents interested in alternatives, a community school might be the ticket. They recently presented school board officials with the idea of proposing a community school in Athens.
Merger might aid welfare reform
by Jeffrey Arra
THE POST
Gov. Bob Taft said he hopes that on July 1, 2000, welfare reform can become a reality for many Ohioans who benefit from government assistance.
Taft's proposal, which he announced Jan. 20, calls for the consolidation of the Ohio Department of Human Services and the Ohio Bureau of Employment Services.
Advising varies among colleges
by Megan Roche
THE POST
While using TRIPS is an adventure for some students, the advising process, designed to help students hammer out next quarter's schedule, varies across Ohio University's campus.
Different advising methods exist among OU's colleges, but advising information is shared through the Academic Advising Council.
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Search continues for missing baby
by Michelle Everhart and Tschanen Niederkohr
THE POST
Washington County Sheriff's Office detectives will continue searching the Athens Hocking Reclamation Center in Athens County today for the body of a newborn baby thought to be discarded by a Warren High School teenage mother.
Detectives in biohazard suits, respirators, footwear and eyewear to protect against chemicals and asbestos, are focusing on the landfill because nothing was found in the teen's backyard, Det. Lt. Jeff Seevers said.
Fund started in son's name
by Amelia Bizzaro
THE POST
The family of an Ohio University student who died during Fall Quarter 1997 because of complications resulting from a rare heart condition has established the Ryan Bommer Emerging Leader Fund.
Ryan Bommer, who would have been 20 years old today, died Nov. 10, 1997.
First Republicans reject articles of impeachment
AP
WASHINGTON (AP) - Two Republican senators declared yesterday they would vote to acquit President Clinton of both articles of impeachment, the clearest sign yet as the trial neared an end that charges would fall far short of conviction.
Sens. James Jeffords of Vermont and Arlen Specter of Pennsylvania were the first Republicans to announce opposition to both articles, perjury and obstruction of justice.
Course refund possible for students through new bill
by Kristin Webber
THE POST
A proposed bill in the General Assembly might require Ohio colleges and universities to refund students' tuition if they cannot understand their professors.
House Bill 94, proposed by Rep. George Terwilleger, R-Maineville, would make Ohio colleges and universities reimburse students for classes they drop because they cannot understand their professors.
Board finds use for spare land
by Emily Swartzlander
THE POST
Ohio University-owned land on East State Street might become a commercial venture if the Board of Trustees approves a land development proposal at its Friday meeting.
The land, located east of Kroger, 919 E. State St., would be used for commercial development, but the type of business or development will not be revealed until the meeting, said OU President Robert Glidden. The 43 undeveloped acres OU owns is part of the flood plains along the Hocking River.
Task force studies housing plan
by Heather Skeeles
THE POST
The Ohio University Partnership Task Force is working to form a relationship between the university, the community and the private sector that will begin a housing revitalization project in Athens.
The task force, which is divided into committees, is developing ways to improve neighborhoods adjacent to campus and make them more attractive to students.
Resolution tabled
by Gena Kittner
THE POST
The Ohio University Student Senate tabled a resolution last night that would support a referendum to put the revised Athens City Housing Code on the ballot.
Some revisions in the housing code benefit students, said Tom Ramage, senate at-large representative, but some clauses restrict personal liberties.
Distance strains wedding plans
by Natalie Zmuda
THE POST
For students who are engaged and planning a long-distance wedding, keeping up with school work, jobs and finding time to sleep is all in a day's work.
There are the hotel, the church and the reception sites to book. The couple must decide on a photographer, florist, caterer and musicians, in addition to sending out invitations, selecting attendants, deciding on the honeymoon and fulfilling any religious requirements.
Religious aspects of weddings important
by Natalie Zmuda
THE POST
One planning aspect that some couples might overlook while wading through piles of invitations, flowers and honeymoon catalogs is religious requirements for marriage.
Almost all religions - whether it be Catholic, Jewish or Lutheran - require a couple to come in and meet with the clergy for counseling prior to tying the knot.
Funds give city building new roof
by Corrie Callaghan
THE POST
Jacksonville's city building might have a new roof soon with Athens County Commissioners' approval of a $1,036 expenditure from the county's Community Development Block Grant.
Jacksonville Mayor George Pallo said the roof over the council chambers suffered severe damage from flooding last June. The roof that covers the fire station and the rest of the building was replaced two years ago, but there was not enough funding to replace the portion of the roof that now is leaking.
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compiled from staff and wire reports
Students' reading, math, science scores improving
Flight attendants demand contract or will strike
College to alter greek system as we know it
Man finds religious objects in high schools offensive
Former McDonald's workers settle complaint
Elliott Street to be closed for maintenance repairs
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