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Grant funds save Produce Perks at Athens Farmers Market
The program, which helps SNAP recipients access fresh produce, was previously funded through a federal grant terminated in April 2025.
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Governor vetoes outdoor rec funding cut (Updated)
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said the funding cut “would unnecessarily harm” economic development in Appalachian Ohio.
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Livestock farmers share best practices at grazing council
The Athens Grazing Council is designed to help connect and educate farmers through pasture walks and site visits.
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Nelsonville Dog Park now open
A series of planned improvements will soon provide new ways to play for dogs and their human companions.
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Baileys Trail org in jeopardy
A bill awaiting the governor’s signature would strip at least $750,000 in state funding from the council that manages the Baileys Trail System.
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Dow Lake and Lake Hope among the cleanest lakes in Ohio
Tests done by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources show that local lakes in state parks have high water quality.
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Poison hemlock raises concern in Athens County
Local municipalities are working to address the spread of the invasive plant.
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Athens planning local conservation cemetery
The cemetery would allow natural burials within city limits while supporting land conservation.
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Local group advocates for natural burial
The Southeast Ohio Natural Burial Working Group encourages local people and governments to consider old-fashioned burials.
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Waste district director to lead recycling center, too
The Southeast Ohio Recycling Terminal director resigned amid the organization’s merger with the Athens-Hocking Solid Waste District.