Good morning, Meigs County. Here's a statistic that might make you pause: At any given moment, over 660,000 drivers are fiddling with their phones instead of watching the road. That sobering reality is exactly why our Sheriff's Office is launching a major crackdown on dangerous driving this February. Consider it tough love from those who've seen one too many preventable accidents.
But there's plenty of good news to celebrate too. Our rural healthcare scene just got a serious upgrade with the arrival of Dr. Stephanie "D-B" Dunkle-Blatter, bringing two decades of surgical expertise to O'Bleness Hospital. And for those following the ongoing Ukraine crisis, mark your calendars - an award-winning documentary is heading to Athens, complete with a visit from hometown talent Tom Jennings himself.
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☕️ What's Brewing Locally
👩⚕️ Veteran surgeon brings two decades of expertise to rural Ohio hospital. Dr. Stephanie Dunkle-Blatter has joined OhioHealth O'Bleness Hospital's surgical team, bringing advanced laparoscopic and endoscopic skills to Athens. The board-certified surgeon, known as "Dr. D-B," completed her fellowship at Geisinger Medical Center and has practiced across multiple states. Her experience in community hospitals makes her particularly well-suited for rural healthcare needs. Dr. D-B joined the general surgery practice on January 19, alongside Drs. Neal Nesbitt and Reginald Anunobi.
🎥 Award-winning war crimes documentary comes to Athens, Ohio. The E.W. Scripps School of Journalism and WOUB Public Media will host a free screening of "Putin's Attack on Ukraine: Documenting War Crimes" on February 6. Native Athenian and Ohio University graduate Tom Jennings, who produced the film, will attend alongside co-producer Annie Wong and AP reporter Erika Kinetz for a Q&A session. The documentary, which has won multiple prestigious awards including three Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Awards, investigates Russian atrocities in Ukraine's Kyiv suburbs. The film presents exclusive evidence linking war crimes to Russian military leadership, while exploring challenges in holding Putin accountable.
🚔 Athens County ramps up traffic enforcement throughout February 2025. The Sheriff's Office is partnering with state agencies to increase police presence on streets, roads, and highways to combat dangerous driving behaviors. The month-long initiative aims to crack down on speeding, distracted driving, and drunk driving, with law enforcement showing zero tolerance for violations. Officials emphasize that seatbelt use can reduce fatal injuries by 45%, while warning that approximately 660,000 drivers use electronic devices while driving at any moment. The campaign reflects ongoing efforts to make Athens County safer for residents and visitors alike.
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