Athens, WV

Athens, WV (WOAY) Midterms are right around the corner, and in the November 3rd general election, voters across the nation will decide the outcomes of many important political races. “We call them midterm elections because there’s not a president on the ballot, and we think of presidential elections as the kind of the ‘real’ elections. […]

By Debra Herndon The Page is a new novel by Diana Nelson Jones. Jones is a graduate of Shinnston High School and Ohio University in Athens. Diana is the daughter of the late Dick and Helen Jones. An award-winning journalist, Jones has had a long career, culminating with three decades at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. In […]

The Newman Center in Athens invites students, alumni, parishioners, and community members to watch the parade and enjoy food and fellowship. The Newman Center is located at 301 Vermilion Street, just minutes from campus. Organizers say roads may be blocked closer to parade time, so attendees are encouraged to arrive early. #MercerCounty #WOAY