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Commissioner Charlie Adkins indicted in JFS case on charges of witness intimidation
  • Jean Demosky (far left) appears for her arraignment at the Athens County Courthouse.

    JFS director arrested on felony theft in office charge

    Keri Johnson

    April 6, 2026
    Featured, News, Policing & Courts

    Prosecutors allege Athens County Jobs and Family Services Director Jean Demosky used county resources for her own benefit. Read More

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