
The City of Nelsonville announces that Grover Street will be closed from Scott Street to Fairview Street, Tuesday, May 8, 2018 from 8:00AM until 4:00PM. The roadway is being closed for a water main repair. Please use an alternate route.

The City of Nelsonville announces that Grover Street will be closed from Scott Street to Fairview Street, Tuesday, May 8, 2018 from 8:00AM until 4:00PM. The roadway is being closed for a water main repair. Please use an alternate route.

The following incident has been listed by Athens County Crime Solvers Anonymous as the May, 2018 Crime of the Month.
The Athens County Sheriff’s Office is requesting your information pertaining to a crime which occurred in the County.
On February 15, 2018 at approximately 3:40 AM, P.A.’s Sure Stop, located at 8942 United Ln. Athens, was forcibly entered. After gaining entry into the business, three males quickly gathered a large amount of cigarettes and then fled the scene with them. Area convenience stores/gas stations have suffered similar break-ins in the past and the same items (cartons of cigarettes) are stolen in large quantities. Residents are asked if they see individuals sitting in vehicles or loitering in the early morning hours near these types of businesses, to call the appropriate law enforcement agency as soon as possible. The board is offering a $2000 reward for information on this crime.
The Ohio University Police Department is requesting your information pertaining to a crime which occurred near campus.
On April 19, 2018 at approximately 8:00 PM, an individual was walking on Dairy Ln near the 7900 block when she was confronted by an unknown male displaying a knife. The male grabbed the individual, pulled her from the roadway, and then stole property. The individual was able to fight off the attacker and then fled the area. The board is offering a $2000 reward for information on this crime.
The Athens Police Department is requesting your information pertaining to a crime which occurred in the City.
Between March 29 at 6:00 PM and March 30, 2018 at 6:00 PM, unknown individuals forcibly entered a building located at 1 Deere Dr, Athens and stole three motorcycles. The motorcycles are described as a green Honda 350 4×4 quad-runner, a red Artic Cat 250 4×4 quad-runner, and a Yamaha 100 motorcycle. The board is offering a $2000 reward for information on this crime.
Athens County Crime Solvers Anonymous is offering a cash reward for information on the above crime if that information leads to the arrest and indictment of the person or persons responsible. *Information on serious misdemeanors will be limited up to a $1000.00 cash reward. **Any information that leads to the arrest of an individual responsible for graffiti, the board can authorize up to a $500.00 cash reward. If you have information on these crimes, please call (740) 594 – 3331. You may also visit our website at www.crimesolversofathens.org or on Facebook. Remember! Crime Solvers Anonymous needs your information and not your name so that your information can be passed onto the proper authorities.
Help us to help Athens County become a safer place.

May is Older Americans Month across the nation. Athens County is highlighting this celebration with Athens County Senior Safety Day on Thursday, May 17th at the Athens County Fairgrounds, 286 West Union Street in Athens, from 10:00AM to 2:00PM. Many groups from around Athens County have been working for months to plan a fun and informational event for everyone.
Information and services available at the event are;

The Athens County Engineer’s Office will be closing Athens County Road 1, Kimberly Road, from Township Road 268 Perry Ridge Road to County Road 2, Connett Road in York Township. The roadway will be closed Monday, 5/7/2018 at 8:30AM through Thursday, 5/10/2018 at 3:30PM. The roadway is being closed for multiple culvert replacements, weather permitting. Please avoid this area.

The City of Nelsonville announces that Monroe Street will be closed from Fayette Street to East Columbus Street, Wednesday, May 3, 2018 from 8:00AM until 4:00PM. Please use an alternate route.

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low relative humidity for Athens County, which is in effect from 12 noon until 8 PM, Tuesday, 5/1/18. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

The Nelsonville Finance Committee and Street Committee will hold a joint meeting on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 7:00PM at in council chambers at City Hall. The topic of discussion will be paving progress and salaries. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

The National Weather Service has issued a Fire Weather Watch for Athens County, which is in effect from noon today through 8PM, Tuesday, 5/1/18.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.

The City of Nelsonville announces that the Pine Grove Drive scheduled Monday, April 30, 2018 has been delayed until Wednesday, May 2, 2018. Workers will attempt to maintain traffic during the paving process. The City of Nelsonville apologizes for any inconvenience this project may cause. Please drive safely.

The Nelsonville Utility Committee will hold a meeting on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 3:00PM in council chambers at City Hall. The meeting is being held to discuss the regional sewer plant and trash issues. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.