West Union Street opens to two-way traffic

The City of Athens announced as of Tuesday that West Union Street from the bridge to OhioHealth O’Bleness Hospital entrance is two way traffic. Herrold Avenue is also two-way traffic.

The city urges caution in the work zone and follow road signs.

In previous report, the city noted that the change was in preparation for the busy Athens County Fair, which will be held Aug. 2-10.

According to a Messenger reporter, the road is “quite bumpy, but two-way traffic is here, at least until the end of fair week.:

Questions or concerns may be directed to the City of Athens Engineering and Public Works Department, (740) 593-7636.