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  • Text overlaid atop a photo of bikes and a banner afvertising the Baileys Trail System. A headline reads, "The Indy Investigates" with a sub-hed reading "1. Behind the scenes of turmoil at the outdoor rec council."

    Behind the scenes of turmoil at the outdoor rec council

    Dani Kington

    July 30, 2026
    Environment, Featured, Government, Investigations, Recreation

    A new series explains how a rift grew between Athens Mayor Steve Patterson and the Outdoor Recreation Council of Appalachia. Read More

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